
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 198 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationBusinessManagement | |||

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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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.
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.
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.
Essential listening for anyone with ears and an interest in international school leadership
Great first episode. Look forward to future episodes
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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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