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Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership Podcast

Shane Leaning | School Leadership & Organisational Development Coach
Education
Professional Development
Leadership
International Schools
Education Leadership
School Leadership
Organizational Change
Teacher Development
Mental Health
Educational Leadership
Change Management
Community Engagement
Curriculum Development
School Culture
International Curriculum Association
Trust In Leadership
Instructional Coaching
Coaching
Metacognition
Flexible Working

Strategic school leadership insights for education leaders who want to drive meaningful change and build thriving school communities.

What if the most powerful leadership strategies were hiding in plain sight? Education Leaders uncovers the evidence-based approaches that separate truly effective school leaders from the rest. Through compelling interviews and strategic deep-dives, organisational co... more

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This week, we're revisiting a favourite from the archives. Shane sits down with Katharine Birbalsingh, founder and headmistress of Michaela Community School, the free school in a converted Wembley office block that has posted the highest Progress 8 s... more

When a teacher in South Carolina hit 86% on a goal she had set for herself, her school moved off the state's lowest-performing list and the state department called to ask how she had done it. In this episode, Jim Knight, founder of the Instructional ... more

Ever sat in a meeting watching one person take over while everyone else goes quiet, and had no idea how to step in? Shane tackles exactly that in this solo episode. He unpacks why dominant speakers do more than annoy the room: research on "hidden pro... more

Ask a teacher how many people looked at their exercise books last year and you might be surprised by the number. Tyrone Ruth counted his: fifteen different people, in a single academic year. In this episode, Tyrone, a teacher-turned-senior-leader wit... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Knight
Author and organizational coach specializing in instructional coaching
Instructional Coaching Group, University of Kansas
Episode: Stop Telling Teachers What to Do | A Conversation with Jim Knight
Tyrone Ruth
Education teacher, middle leader, and senior lecturer
Independent researcher/educator
Episode: Accountability or Surveillance? | A Conversation with Tyrone Ruth
Zaretta Hammond
Former classroom teacher, author, and leading voice on the science of learning and culturally responsive teaching
Author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain
Episode: Rethinking Equity Through Learning Science | A Conversation with Zaretta Hammond
Poppy Nobes
Head of Professional Development at Aldridge Education
Aldridge Education
Episode: Management Mastery | A Conversation with Poppy Nobes
Patrice Bain
Veteran K-12 educator, writer and speaker
Author; Educator
Episode: When Scientists Enter Your Classroom | A Conversation with Patrice Bain
Andrew Watson
Educator, author and founder of Translate the Brain
Translate the Brain
Episode: Beyond 'Research Says' | A Conversation with Andrew Watson
Clare Garey
Founder and Director of Sustainability at School
Sustainability at School
Episode: What Schools Get Wrong on Sustainability | A Conversation with Clare Garey
Nancy Weinstein
Chief Innovation Officer Otus; MindPrint co-founder; published author and NSF-funded researcher
Otus; MindPrint
Episode: What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Sam Crome
Author of The Power of Teams; trust leader and headteacher (UK)
Independent headteacher / author
Episode: Heads Who Lead Beyond School | A Conversation with Chris Passey and Sam Crome

Host

Shane Leaning
Host of Education Leaders and Education Leaders Live; organisational coach focused on practical leadership strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Great Insights fir Education Leaders

    The breadth and depth of this podcast in incredible. Always find the content interesting and applicable and so easy to listen to too! Love Shane’s relaxed personal style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tamara ZR
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Curiosity in podcast form

    Shane’s discussions with knowledgeable others offers the listener an opportunity for reflection on their work, but the education landscape as a whole. Shane’s approach is from genuine curiosity for a nuanced understanding of the contemporary issues dominating the field. Well worth the time to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DustyMB
    Australia3 years ago
  • Quality conversations and reflections

    I enjoy the format of this show which switches between deep dive 30-minute interviews and shorter solo reflective pieces. This format keeps topics and the podcast feeling fresh and relevant.

    A recent episode I enjoyed was A Fresh Take on Teacher Conferences, which provides valid insights into an educational Festival. It was inspiring to hear about these type of events which are the future of teacher conferences.

    Keep up the brilliant work, Shane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura @TESOL Pop
    Switzerland3 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    Essential listening for anyone with ears and an interest in international school leadership

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod-Geek
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Very interesting for anyone interested in China or education

    Great first episode. Look forward to future episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sumowitch
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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High-quality guests with deep expertise in education leadership.
A mix of long-form interviews and tight, actionable episodes that stay on topic.
Thoughtful, practical leadership content that translates to real-world impact.

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#83
United Kingdom/Education
Apple Podcasts
#210
South Africa/Education

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What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Q: What role does technology and AI play in this landscape, and how should schools respond?
AI can help with editing and writing, but it can also undermine foundational memory and learning if used inappropriately; schools should integrate AI thoughtfully, ensuring students first solidify core knowledge and cognitive skills through deliberate practice before layering AI-assisted tasks.
What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Q: How can leaders support teachers who are also experiencing cognitive changes?
Provide data-driven insights on memory and flexible thinking, acknowledge the cognitive load, and equip staff with prioritized, research-backed strategies (retrieval practice, spaced repetition, and flexible thinking development) while avoiding overloading them with too many options.
What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Q: What changed most in students during the pandemic, and why does that matter now for leaders?
Memory, especially verbal memory, declined markedly, and flexible thinking dropped as well; these shifts explain why students struggle to retain content and adapt to feedback, guiding leaders to prioritize evidence-based strategies like retrieval practice and targeted repetition.
How Schools Can Grow Young Changemakers | A Conversation with Melati Wijsen
Q: What role do teachers play in enabling student-led activism while maintaining academic standards?
Teachers should challenge students, hold them accountable, and offer a balance of supportive guidance with high expectations, enabling learning that connects activism to coursework and real-world outcomes.
How Schools Can Grow Young Changemakers | A Conversation with Melati Wijsen
Q: How can a leader avoid burnout and keep students engaged in long-term change projects?
Provide clear, specific change goals, maintain a strong vision, celebrate small wins, and build a supportive ecosystem with diverse role models to sustain motivation over years.

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What is Education Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Strategic, practitioner-centric conversations with senior education leaders and researchers that blend practical leadership techniques with evidence-based frameworks. Episodes frequently center on implementing sustainable change, distributed leadership, staff development, and culture-building in schools, often anchored by real-world case studies and coaching approaches. Notable strengths include a clear focus on actionable takeaways, guest experts spanning cognitive science, equity, and school management, and a willingness to address challenges faced by leaders in diverse contexts. The format alternates between deep-dive interviews and concise, impact-focused solo or panel discussions, making it valuable for listeners who want repeatable pr... more

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Recent guests on Education Leaders include:

1. Jim Knight
2. Tyrone Ruth
3. Zaretta Hammond
4. Poppy Nobes
5. Patrice Bain
6. Andrew Watson
7. Clare Garey
8. Nancy Weinstein

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