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Education Leaders | Strategic School Leadership

Shane Leaning | School Leadership & Organisational Development Coach
International Schools
Professional Development
School Leadership
Covid-19
School Choice Factors
Teacher Development
Negative Leadership Dynamics
Responsive Coaching
Instructional Coaching
Steplab
University Of Warwick
Child Well-Being
Leadership Strategies
CALMIT Model
Teaching In Schools
Social Accountability
Rehearsal Method
Cold Calling Technique
Parent-Teacher Relationships
Constructive Feedback

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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When brilliant teachers become exhausted leaders, it’s usually not because they lack ability — it’s because they’re cognitively overloaded by the basics. In this solo episode Shane explains what that overload looks like (the story of “Sarah” who drea... more

This conversation dives into what formative action is, why Valentina Devid and colleagues reframed formative assessment as an action-oriented practice, and why that reframing matters for school leaders trying to get useful classroom evidence turned i... more

What happens when you take a school leader who's used to timetables, structure, and constant visibility, and drop them into the chaos of running a startup? Brett Griffin made that exact transition, moving from assistant principal to CEO of Pupil Prog... more

Struggling with staff meetings that spiral into problem talk? This episode explores solution-focused communication and how school leaders can transform their school culture by changing the questions they ask. Vicky Essebag and Tara Gretton share prac... more

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Recent Guests

Valentina Devid
Teacher, researcher, and co-author of the book Formative Action
International Curriculum Association
Episode: From Formative Assessment to Formative Action | A Conversation with Valentina Devid
Brett Griffin
Founder and CEO of Pupil Progress, former teacher and assistant principal
Pupil Progress
Episode: How to Lead Without Being Needed | A Conversation with Brett Griffin
George Peterkin
Founder of Mind Your Health, passionate about accessible mental health support
Mind Your Health
Episode: Leading School Mental Health Confidently | A Conversation with George Peterkin
Bethan Hindley
Leader at the Teacher Development Trust, responsible for designing and delivering professional development programs.
Teacher Development Trust
Episode: What Every PD Leader Should Know | A Conversation with Bethan Hindley
Emma Turner
Experienced educator and advocate for primary education pedagogy.
Mind the Gap podcast
Episode: Teaching Primary Children Where They Are | A Conversation with Emma Turner
Michael Iannini
Author and leadership development facilitator, co-founder of Peersphere
Peersphere
Episode: How to Build a Consultancy | A Conversation with Michael Iannini
Stephanie Lill
Passionate advocate for mindfulness and education, founder of Mindful Sparks
Mindful Sparks
Episode: Self-Compassion for Overwhelmed School Leaders | A Conversation with Stephanie Lill
Christopher Youles
Assistant head with 20 years of experience in education, author of 'Teaching Story Writing in Primary'
Episode: Why Teachers Resist your Great Ideas | A Conversation with Christopher Youles
Ben Whitaker
Leader of a consultancy that helps educators with digital tools and staff development, co-host of the Edufuturists podcast, and author of The Ideas Guy.
Edufuturists
Episode: How To Learn From Everyone | A Conversation with Ben Whitaker

Host

Shane Leaning
Host and organisational coach specializing in educational leadership. He explores impactful leadership strategies and actionable solutions for school improvement.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • 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
    Australia2 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
    Switzerland2 years ago
  • Brilliant!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod-Geek
    United Kingdom2 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
  • Interesting listen from an educator’s point of view

    I really enjoyed the topic as it didn’t just look at school leadership, as many podcasts do. This looked into the parental expectations of schools in China and identified the effect of the changes in demographic Chinese international schools have had to negotiate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thos150
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback indicates that the content is beneficial for anyone involved in school leadership, with insights applicable to real-world challenges.
There are commendations for addressing significant topics in education, particularly regarding cultural transformation and staff development.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's engaging discussions that offer reflective opportunities on educational leadership.
The alternating format between interviews and focused episodes is highlighted as a strength, maintaining freshness and relevance in the content.

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Apple Podcasts
#206
United Kingdom/Education

Talking Points

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How to Lead Without Being Needed | A Conversation with Brett Griffin
Q: What would you do differently if you returned to school leadership?
Brett emphasized the importance of focus and being ruthless about prioritization to prevent burnout and improve educational outcomes.
Leading School Mental Health Confidently | A Conversation with George Peterkin
Q: What kind of things would those mental health leads in schools actually end up doing?
They should focus on enabling student voice, developing staff, monitoring student needs, and facilitating appropriate referrals.
Leading School Mental Health Confidently | A Conversation with George Peterkin
Q: What best practices can you share when developing a mental health strategy for schools?
Start with feedback from staff, students, and parents to ensure the strategy aligns with their needs.
Self-Compassion for Overwhelmed School Leaders | A Conversation with Stephanie Lill
Q: How do you practice compassion in your daily life?
You can begin to find little pauses in your day that are meaningful to you and ask yourself questions about your thoughts, emotions, and physical state.
Leading With Conviction | A Conversation with Katharine Birbalsingh
Q: How do you know the difference between staff believing in the bigger mission and just compliance?
There is a culture of high trust and open communication where staff are encouraged to share feedback and challenge ideas.

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

This podcast serves as a resource for education leaders seeking to innovate and improve their schools. It features interviews with renowned educators and thought leaders who share strategies for driving meaningful change and building thriving school communities. The conversations often focus on challenges such as staff development, school improvement, and cultural transformation, providing actionable and research-backed frameworks that can be implemented immediately. The host also offers solo episodes that tackle practical leadership issues, including team management and sustaining change within educational environments. The format alternates between these interviews and focused discussions, contributing to a dynamic listening experience.

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Recent guests on Education Leaders include:

1. Valentina Devid
2. Brett Griffin
3. George Peterkin
4. Bethan Hindley
5. Emma Turner
6. Michael Iannini
7. Stephanie Lill
8. Christopher Youles

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