In this episode of the Knowledge for Teachers podcast, Nick Hart takes us on an inspiring journey from his beginnings in sports science to becoming a school leader in Dubai. A respected voice in educational leadership, Nick shares insights from his blog and books, delving into the evolution of his leadership style. He discusses the critical role of context in decision-making, introduces the concept of the school year’s rhythm for structured improvement and highlights the importance of trust in fostering strong school communities. Tune in for practical advice and thought-provoking ideas on navigating the complexities of educational leadership.
Resources mentioned:
- Nick Hart’s books:
- Creating a strong culture and a positive climate in schools
- Impact: a five part framework for making a difference in schools
- Nick Hart’s blog posts discussed in this episode:
- Vivianne Robinson
- Mary Kennedy
- Dr. Neil Gilbride
- Bryk and Schneider
- Ambition Institute – The persistent problems of school leadership
- AERO
You can connect with Nick:
- Twitter: @MrNickHart
- Website: mrnickhart.wordpress.com
You can connect with Brendan:
Twitter: @learnwithmrlee
Facebook: @learningwithmrlee
Linkedin: @brendan-lee-kft
Website: learnwithlee.net
About Nick Hart
Nick is the Principal at Horizon English School in Dubai. Previously, Nick was an Executive Headteacher of a state school Federation in England as well as an NPQH and NPQEL facilitator with Ambition Institute. Nick has written two books on Educational leadership and speaks regularly at education conferences.
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