Leading Your International School

Join Anna and Barry as they discuss the insights of overseas teaching and leadership. Anna has 25 years experience teaching in and leading independent schools both in the UK and abroad. In this episode, Anna shares her experiences in education, particularly focusing on her time working overseas. She highlights the challenges and rewards of working with diverse cultures and the im

Join Alistair and Barry as they discuss the rewards and challenges of a Start-Up School. Alistair Downs, Education Director of Reigate Grammar School in Saudi Arabia, discusses his experience with startup schools. He emphasises the importance of tailoring the school vision to local communities and fostering parent involvement for success. Throughout the discussion, Alistair highlig

The current role and the future of school libraries and school librarians. Join Sarah and Barry as they discuss the changing dynamics of school libraries, underscoring the crucial role of qualified librarians in fostering inquiry-based learning. Sarah also explores the implications of integrating artificial intelligence in education, highlighting the necessity for adapting assessme

Join Greg Parry and Barry Cooper as they dive deep into the unique niche of bridging education and business. This enriching discussion touches on staff turnover in international schools, acknowledging its inevitability and highlighting strategies to involve teachers in the recruitment process to enhance alignment with the school's vision and mission. The podcast sheds light on

In this episode, Barry Cooper and Jo Evans discuss the process and challenges of starting up an international school, emphasising the importance of communication, cultural understanding, and flexibility in the process. They delve into the intricacies of launching and operating international schools, emphasising the significance of open communication, cultural adaptation, and flexib

Join guest host Barry Cooper and Dr Jill Berry as they discuss Chapter Six of LYIS - 'Your International School Culture'. Find out why "culture is the glue that binds people together during tremendous times of need" and is "fundamental to our schools, particularly in our times of need". An enlightening conversation that suggests how we might also develop

In this episode, Vikas and Zoubiya discuss the fundamentals of managing your international school in a post-pandemic world. They talk about the importance of learning from the pandemic to be prepared for future disruption and adapt to change. Zoubiya emphasizes the value of personal leadership skills in the face of disruption.

In this episode Vikas and Mrs Monica Sagar discuss the essence and importance of perspectives in shaping International school leadership and that leadership is a choice, not a position.

In this episode Vikas and Warren discuss the vital importance of Human Resource( That is the people working in an organisation/institution). HR or People and Culture is not only an integral component of an international school but also an indispensable aspect of workforce planning and leadership.

In this episode Vikas and Barry discuss the three Vs - Vision , Values and Virtues a key chapter in the now published book Leading your International school. They examine Leadership as a service to others, Embracing and distributing your leadership , The ways in which your curriculum and the way teachers teach it support the school's overall vision.