Conversations with influential figures from the UK’s education sector, about the issues affecting teachers, school leaders, and the wider school system, in a time of tremendous pressure. Here you’ll find solidarity in the stories of educators just like you; discover evidence-based tools to alleviate stress and stay ahead in your career. Hosted by Maria Brosnan, an Educational Health and Wellbeing Specialist with over 30 years experience.
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Friday Feb 12, 2021
Friday Feb 12, 2021
"Do we ever need to return to the way things were? Could this not be an opportunity for us to come together as a single team and to properly consider what it actually takes for a school to progress and develop?"
Ruth Davies is the President of the National Association of Headteachers (NAHT) and the headteacher of Waunarlwydd Primary school in Wales.
In this powerful and wide-ranging episode, Ruth shares her thoughts on:
- What this period of crisis has taught us;
- How leaders can take care of their own wellbeing;
- The hidden threat in high stakes accountability measures;
- How to approach the current obsession of 'catching up';
- Why academic achievement shouldn't be the top priority right now;
- A true understanding and appreciation of what schools are really about;
- Why it's critical to develop confidence as a school leader;
- The biggest challenge to school leaders;
- And so much more!
You can connect with Ruth
On Twitter @lindseyruthd
The NAHT website is www.naht.org.uk
You can connect with Maria
On Twitter @Mariabrosnan
On LinkedIn Maria Brosnan
Find out more about our 5-step Wellbeing Action Plan for teachers online course.
And her new book, The Pursuit of Sleep for teachers, is available now.
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