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The Independent School Podcast with Juliet Corbett

Juliet Corbett
Leadership
Education
High-Performing Teams
Culture
Staying Strategic Amidst Daily Bustle
High-Stakes Decisions Under Uncertainty and Complexity
Independent Schools
Strategy
Independent Schools Council
Being Vs Doing
Complex Decision Making
Coaching
Kind Leadership
State Schools
Education Policy
Helen Olds
Independent Schools Australia
Independent Schools Of New Zealand
New Zealand
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The Independent School Podcast shares real-world leadership conversations with Principals, Heads and CEOs from across independent and international schools, exploring what it means to lead well in an increasingly complex world.

Hosted by executive coach and trusted advisor Juliet Corbett, the podcast offers clear, practical insight into staying strategic amidst daily pressures, making high-stake... more

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The biggest challenges you face aren’t solved by working harder. They’re solved by seeing the situation more clearly.

In this final episode of the series, Juliet Corbett reflects on the patterns that emerged across 13 conversations with school leade... more

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In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC.

In this reflective conversation, they explore the leadership lessons that only become obvious ov... more

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In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Simon Herbert FRSA, Director of the IB Curriculum at GEMS Education, whose leadership career has spanned senior roles at Fettes College in Edinburgh, Dulwich College Beiji... more

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In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Andy Johnson, Head of Truro School, to explore why leaders must stand for something - and what it takes to develop a clear and distinctive point of view.

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Philip Britton
Head of Foundation at Bolton School; MBE recipient; leader with a background in physics education
Bolton School
Episode: The ‘being’ and ‘doing’ of leadership with Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC (Ep. 190)
Simon Herbert
Director of the IB Curriculum at GEMS Education
GEMS Education
Episode: International leadership and the work of culture with Simon Herbert, Director of IB, GEMS Education (Ep. 189)
Andy Johnson
Head of Truro School
Truro School
Episode: Why leaders must stand for something with Andy Johnson, Head, Truro School (Ep. 188)
Guy Pascoe
Chief Executive of Independent Schools of New Zealand (ISNZ)
Independent Schools of New Zealand (ISNZ)
Episode: Influence, strategy and sector leadership with Guy Pascoe, CEO, Independent Schools of New Zealand (Ep. 187)
Graham Catt
Chief Executive Officer, Independent Schools Australia
Independent Schools Australia
Episode: Credible friend, credible threat: Leadership in a politicised world with Graham Catt, Chief Executive Officer, Independent Schools Australia (Ep. 186)
Vanita Uppal
Director, The British School New Delhi
The British School New Delhi
Episode: Connection, belonging and intuition in leadership with Vanita Uppal OBE, Director, The British School New Delhi (Ep. 185)
Helen Olds
Director of the British International School of Jeddah
British International School of Jeddah
Episode: Adapting leadership across culture and context with Helen Olds, Director, The British International School of Jeddah (Ep. 184)
Alex Hems
Executive head, Aldenham Foundation
Aldenham Foundation
Episode: Knowing when to slow the pace as a leader with Alex Hems, Head, The Aldenham Foundation (Ep. 183)
Jaideep Barot
Head, Bristol Grammar School
Bristol Grammar School
Episode: What true partnership really demands from leaders with Jaideep Barot, Head, Bristol Grammar School (Ep. 182)

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Juliet Corbett
Host of The Independent School Podcast with Juliet Corbett

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Great tips for private schools

    Whenever I'm working with private schools in need of support with strategy and fundraising, I send them to the Independent School Podcast. Even though most of my clients are U.S.-based, I find that Juliet's principle-based tips have wide application. Her manner of presentation helps decision-makers think differently about the problems they are facing, which then leads to uncovering more effective solutions than what they've tried in the past.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tonya Kubo
    United States2 years ago
  • Juliet gives such good advice

    Im a little sad this podcast is ending - it’s so good - Im def going to listen to all the new one. love juliet’s voice of course, but most of course her thinking. so helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    An-on-y-mouse
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Fabulous resource especially for someone new to the sector.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    catford mum
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Great tips for private schools—strategy and fundraising tips translate beyond the U.S.
Host's voice and thinking are highly helpful for decision-makers
A valuable resource for someone new to the sector, with practical frameworks

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From Head to CEO in an international context with Louise Simpson, The British School in the Netherlands (Ep. 181)
Q: How do you balance change with tradition in a long-standing institution?
By framing strategy as a learning process, staying agile, and communicating a clear vision while using storytelling to help people understand why change is necessary and how it will unfold.
From Head to CEO in an international context with Louise Simpson, The British School in the Netherlands (Ep. 181)
Q: What role does belonging play in your strategy for an international school community?
Belonging is central; it underpins recruitment, retention, and engagement across diverse nationalities and languages, and it informs how we design culture and curriculum across campuses.
The ‘being’ and ‘doing’ of leadership with Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC (Ep. 190)
Q: What does 'being' look like in practical terms for a school leader?
Being involves slowing down to think, being present with colleagues and students, and using time thoughtfully to shape strategy rather than merely managing tasks.
The ‘being’ and ‘doing’ of leadership with Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC (Ep. 190)
Q: How has your approach to high-stakes decisions evolved over time?
He explains moving from racing to conclusions to a process of deep thinking, using counterfactuals, and prioritizing understanding the why over merely reaching consensus quickly.
The ‘being’ and ‘doing’ of leadership with Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC (Ep. 190)
Q: What keeps you passionate about education after all these years?
Philip cites the children as the core focus of schools and explains that when a school works well for children, it also serves parents and staff, sustaining his passion.

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What is The Independent School Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Independent and international school leaders are the primary audience, drawn to practical leadership frameworks, decision-making under pressure, and building high-performing, values-driven cultures. Episodes emphasize staying strategic amid daily bustle, fostering psychological safety, and navigating cross-cultural contexts, often through long-form guest conversations with heads, principals, and system-level leaders. Notable throughlines include authentic leadership, belonging, and pacing decisions to sustain impact across multi-site and diverse communities. A recurring strength is actionable frameworks and real-world storytelling that translate to governance, policy navigation, and strategic change in education.

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1. Philip Britton
2. Simon Herbert
3. Andy Johnson
4. Guy Pascoe
5. Graham Catt
6. Vanita Uppal
7. Helen Olds
8. Alex Hems

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