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Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership Podcast
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 coach Shane Leaning reveals the real challenges facing today's education leaders, and the practical…
Episodes
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastTeaching Leadership Through Curriculum | A Conversation with Maureen Chapman & James Simons
This episode introduces a practical, curriculum-centred approach to student leadership with Maureen Chapman and James Simons of Cor Creative Partners. They…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastLIVE | October Reflections
This is our first Education Leaders Live recording, where I sat down with Chris Scorer to reflect on October's episodes. We talked about the difference between…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow Leaders Beat Cognitive Overload
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…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastFrom Formative Assessment to Formative Action | A Conversation with Valentina Devid
This conversation dives into what formative action is, why Valentina Devid and colleagues reframed formative assessment as an action-oriented practice, and why…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to Lead Without Being Needed | A Conversation with Brett Griffin
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?…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastA Solution-Focused Approach to Leadership | A Conversation with Vicky Essebag & Tara Gretton
Struggling with staff meetings that spiral into problem talk? This episode explores solution-focused communication and how school leaders can transform their…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastLeading School Mental Health Confidently | A Conversation with George Peterkin
This conversation with George Peterkin challenges how we think about mental health in schools. George introduces the three pillars framework: prevention…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhat Every PD Leader Should Know | A Conversation with Bethan Hindley
Professional development is happening in schools everywhere, but is it actually working? In this episode, Bethan Hindley from the Teacher Development Trust…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to Stop Wasting Your PD Budget
Ever left a fantastic professional development session feeling completely energised, only to find yourself back to square one a month later? Shane tackles this…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastTeaching Primary Children Where They Are | A Conversation with Emma Turner
In this essential episode for school leaders, Shane explores primary education leadership with Emma Turner, a primary education expert with over 25 years of…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to Build a Consultancy | A Conversation with Michael Iannini
In this brutally honest conversation, Michael Iannini pulls back the curtain on what it's really like to leave the safety of education employment and strike…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastSelf-Compassion for Overwhelmed School Leaders | A Conversation with Stephanie Lill
In this powerful conversation, Stephanie Lill from Mindful Sparks completely reframes how we think about compassion in schools. Far from being a "nice to…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhy Teachers Resist your Great Ideas | A Conversation with Christopher Youles
Ever wonder why brilliant educational ideas don't always translate into classroom reality? In this conversation, Shane Leaning sits down with author Chris…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow To Learn From Everyone | A Conversation with Ben Whitaker
Shane Leaning chats with Ben Whitaker about his new book "The Ideas Guy" and why he thinks we're all capable of being idea generators. Ben's an education…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastLeading With Conviction | A Conversation with Katharine Birbalsingh
Katharine Birbalsingh, founder of Britain's most talked-about school, reveals the leadership principles that transformed her vision into reality. From her…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to Make Change Feel Safe | A Conversation with Paul Halford
Shane Leaning speaks with Paul Halford about his new book "My Educated Life: Lessons from Leading Schools." Paul explores why change in schools is…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhat Makes Teachers Tick?
Shane challenges the common assumption that all teachers must be primarily motivated by their love of children. Drawing from research and personal reflection…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastProject Learning That Works | A Conversation with John Taylor
In this episode, Shane Leaning sits down with John Taylor, Director of Learning, Teaching and Innovation at Cranleigh School and one of the principal…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to have a nuanced conversation | A conversation with Drew Perkins
In this episode, Shane sits down with Drew Perkins, President Director of ThoughtStretcher Education and host of the ThoughtStretchers Education Podcast. Drew…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastChange Starts Here | A Conversation with Efraim Lerner
What if everything your school needed was right in front of you? In this special extended conversation, Shane sits down with his co-author Efraim Lerner for an…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastThe Truth About Metacognition | A Conversation with Nathan Burns
Shane sits down with Nathan Burns, widely known as "Mr Metacognition," to tackle one of education's most discussed yet frequently misunderstood concepts…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastAn Ecological Approach to Wellbeing | A Conversation with Lori Cohen
What if the secret to transforming your school culture wasn't another initiative, but learning to tend to it like a terrarium? In this episode, Shane talks to…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastShould Schools Teach Gaming? | A Conversation with Dr. Khizer Khaderi & Dr. Steffen Sommer
When 89% of a population plays games and two-thirds are under 35, that's not a problem to solve - it's a medium to embrace. Today we explore a fascinating…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastThe Hidden Science of Human Values | A Conversation with Ruth Taylor
Shane Leaning sits down with Ruth Taylor from the Common Cause Foundation to explore the fascinating world of human values and what they mean for school…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastKnow Yourself, Lead Better | A Conversation with Alicia Drummond
My guest today is Alicia Drummond, a BACP accredited therapist and creator of The Wellbeing Hub. This conversation dives deep into why self-awareness is the…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastAre Leadership Qualifications Worth It?
Shane looks at the disconnect between leadership theory and practice in educational leadership qualifications, sharing insights from his conversations with…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastThe Trusted Adult Effect | A Conversation with David Ingram
In this episode, I speak with David Ingram, Founding Head of College at Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi about: How his experience as a police constable in County…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastMaster Your Leadership Interview Game
In this episode, Shane gets coached on leadership interview techniques by Orla Dempsey, an expert in helping teachers secure leadership positions. Throughout…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow Leaders Make Ripples
My guest today is David Harkin, CEO and Founder of 8billionideas, which has impacted over 500,000 students in 26 countries. David is a two-time TEDx speaker…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastNew Bestseller: Change Starts Here
In this special episode, Shane Leaning discusses his new best-selling book "Change Starts Here: What if Everything Your School Needed Was Right in Front of…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastGuest Episode | Change in schools from within
A Call Across the Pond- Guest Appearance Shane Leaning appears as a guest on another podcast. Time zones don't matter when the conversation is this good! This…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to partner with parents | A conversation with Christina Hidek
In this episode, I speak with Christina Hidek, an expert in parent engagement, about the vital role of parent communities in schools. We explore the numerous…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhy your teachers have seen it all before
When you announce a new initiative, do you ever get "that sigh" from your experienced teachers? You know the one - followed by "Isn't this just that thing we…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastCan schools do flexible work? A Conversation with Neil Renton & Julie Wellacott
In this episode, I speak with Neil Renton, headteacher, and Julie Wellacott, HR professional, who are pioneering flexible working approaches in UK schools…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to delegate
Have you ever found yourself drowning in tasks that others could do, but somehow you're still doing them yourself? Today, Shane Leaning shares a framework that…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastLIVE | Trust, Traction and Technology
In this special bonus episode, Shane Leaning and co-host Chris Scorer introduce the new Education Leaders community platform and discuss what makes a great…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastRethinking feedback | A conversation with Ross McGill
Shane welcomes globally renowned educator Ross McGill, known worldwide as Teacher Toolkit. Ross shares his groundbreaking approach to feedback and assessment…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastThe problem with grades | A conversation with Amarbeer Singh Gill & Jennifer Curran
Grades give us comfort and numbers feel concrete. But what if our obsession with quantifying learning is actually getting in the way of understanding it?…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastBuild change that outlives you
In this final episode of our organisational change series, Shane explores the often overlooked aspect of change management - sustainability. Drawing from the…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastSupporting Men in Schools | A Conversation with Ryan Parke
Ryan Parke (The Men's Coach) shares his personal experience with the suicide of a friend and explores the complexities of male mental health. He discusses the…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhy Good Plans Fall Apart (And How to Prevent It)
"Plans are worthless, but planning is everything" - Eisenhower's wisdom applies perfectly to school change. In this episode of the organizational change…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhen Teachers Teach Teachers | A Conversation with Dr. Ciara O'Donnell
This conversation explores the role of teacher educators, their unique challenges, and the dynamics of career transitions within the education sector. Dr…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhen Do You Know Enough? | Change Series 1.8
Shane Leaning explores the delicate balance of learning enough to implement change without falling into analysis paralysis. He emphasises the importance of…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to Build an Intentional School Culture | A Conversation With Joel Abel
In this episode, we dive deep into school culture with Joel Abel, author of Teacher First Management. Joel shares practical insights on how to build and…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership Podcast5 Ways to Break Out of Your School Bubble
In this episode, Shane Leaning explores five powerful strategies for educational leaders to break out of their professional bubbles and gain fresh…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastSchool Vs. Tutor | A Conversation with Sarah Capewell & Arthur Moore
When some families see tutoring as non-negotiable and others as a last resort, how should international schools approach this complex topic? Sarah Capewell…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWant Better Solutions? Start with Bigger Dreams | Change Series 1.7
Think you've got that next big project all sorted in your head? Hold that thought because today we're going to explore why sometimes those best answers often…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastPractical AI Tools for School Leaders | A Conversation with Dan Fitzpatrick
In this episode, organisational coach Shane Leaning sits down with AI in education expert Dan Fitzpatrick to explore practical ways school leaders can leverage…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastUnwrapping 2024 | A Year in Review
In this special Christmas Eve episode, host Shane Leaning reflects on a remarkable year of Global Ed Leaders, highlighting some of the most impactful…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastStop Getting Buy-in, Start Getting Alignment
In this episode of the organisational change series, Shane Leaning explores why alignment is crucial for successful change implementation in schools. Through…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastInvisible Obstacles, Unstoppable Women Leaders | A Conversation with Claire Peet
In this conversation, Claire Peet discusses the challenges women leaders face in international education. We explore how common leadership terms like 'imposter…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastInside China's Newest School Network
I normally sit down for deep one-on-ones with education leaders, but this episode takes a different approach. At NESSIC's inaugural leadership conference, I…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastCould You Handle a Startup School? | A Conversation with Grainne O'Reilly
Grainne O'Reilly chats with Shane about the challenges and rewards of leading a startup school. She talks about the importance of embracing the unknowns and…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to define your next challenge | Change Series 1.5
In this episode, Shane Leaning discusses the complexities of addressing challenges in educational settings. He talks through the importance of defining…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastDo Silver Bullets Exist? | A Conversation with Paul Ainsworth
In this conversation, Paul Ainsworth discusses his book 'No Silver Bullets 2.0: The Heart and Soul of School Improvement'. We explore the concept of silver…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastWhy Connection Comes Before Change | Change Series 1.4
This week, I explore the "Connection" phase of organisational change. Episode Highlights The Change Series: Discover why connection is essential before diving…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to Democratise Your Data | A Conversation with Chris Scorer
Chris Scorer and Shane Leaning explore how schools can create a data landscape that aligns with their diverse objectives, especially in international schools…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastHow to think wide with your next challenge | Change Series 1.3
In part 3 of his series on organisational change, Shane discusses the importance of the discovery phase in organisational change in schools. He emphasises the…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastGUEST EPISODE: Organisational Change: In Conversation with Shane Leaning
GUEST EPISODE This is an interview from the EduPulse podcast. Here's the original podcast description: In this episode we are joined by Shane Leaning who is a…
Education Leaders | The Chart-Topping School Leadership PodcastLGBTQ+ Inclusion in International Schools | A Conversation with Ian Timbrell
Ian Timbrell and Shane Leaning talk about range of topics related to LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, including the challenges faced by school leaders, the…