Jonathan Coy

Normally, an opportunity to ask questions comes at the end of the interview (but not always!)

Writing a school development plan can be overwhelming, but does it have to be?

A useful list of blogs to read for school leaders

Some useful reminders on how to look after your wellbeing.

Managing change is always difficult, and this blog explores approaches to mark it easier.

Wellbeing podcasts to listen too.

A great collection of resources to help you look after yours and others wellbeing.

Some handy questions to save you time searching.

A great list of the best wellbeing podcasts we’ve listened to.

A great list of some great podcasts that we’ve listened to.

We share top tips for creating a meaningful and actionable evaluation form.

What does ChatGPT say you need in a school improvement plan?

3 Steps to Implement Change

Some great tips for would be leaders.

Another great list of interview questions - this time for a SENCO role.

A great list of ideas for you to ask at your interview with regards to safeguarding.

Coaching is a great tool to use at performance reviews, and here are some handy questions for you.

A look at how traditional goal-setting may not always be the optimal strategy.

Goal setting is an essential aspect of achieving success, as it enables you to establish a clear direction and purpose for yourself and others around you.

50 bits of advice to help you as a school leader

A useful list of our favourite quotes for you to use.

Stepping up from a deputy to a headteacher role is a critical, albeit challenging, career transition for educators. On the surface, the responsibilities of a headteacher seem to parallel those of a deputy, but with an elevated degree of intensity and scope. However, once you're in the headteacher's shoes, you quickly come to appreciate the distinct nature and gravity of the position.

Useful hashtags for #teachers

Succession and School Leadership: Lessons Learned

Exit interviews are not simply an opportunity for your school to learn more about why you are leaving; they are also an opportunity for you to learn more about the school and how systems work.

A strategic plan outlining actions, objectives, and benchmarks for your first 30 days as a Headteacher.

The Reading Framework provides valuable insights and guidance for educators, leaders, and parents.

Looking for a reads that will empower and inspire you as an educator?

Another great list of interview questions - this time for an Assistant headteacher role.

The Distinction Between Toxic and Healthy Work Cultures: A Deep Dive into Time Off

Starting at a New School This Week? Here are some tips!

5 new ways AI could help you to complete you administration task.

Streamline your interview process with our ready-to-use list of questions for potential school staff.

We hope you find this useful! We have been through both the 2022 and the 2023 version of KCSIE and compared them to find where the changes are. We’ve listed all of the important changes and updates here

Another great list of interview questions - this time for an SBM role.

A summary of the changes to the updated Ofsted Framework, July 2023

A guide to reducing teacher workload

Ideas for a Healthy Lunch♀️

Summary of the ICO about sharing information

Summary of OFSTED's Physical education subject report.

A summary of the OFSTED blog by Lee Owston 'How we inspect safeguarding in schools'

The Urgent Need for Action on Teacher Wellbeing – Insights from the 2023 Teacher Wellbeing Index

A useful guide about improving school attendance with strategies and resources that will help.

Our thoughts on the Beyond Ofsted Inquiry

Summary of Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023

As headteachers and school leaders, our dedication to the educational journey of our students often means our own well-being takes a back seat.

Recruiting a Headteacher: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating the Prevent Duty: A Summary for Schools in England and Wales

A summary of OFSTED's School Inspection Handbook (updated January 2024)

Our summary of the findings of the Commons Education Committee report about OFSTED.

This blog offers practical advice for new headteachers navigating their initial weeks in the role. Authored by experienced educators, it emphasises the importance of building strong relationships, establishing clear expectations, and maintaining personal well-being.

Strategically managing staff leave requests for operational continuity.

Find strategies to protect yourself, de-escalate tense situations, and prioritise your well-being.

Inspired by a school leader's concerns, this blog shares practical ways to use INSET Days for staff well-being. Ideas, resources, and a focus on collective support.

This blog provides a comprehensive checklist for Security Leads in educational settings. Learn how to create a security culture, develop preparedness plans, and evaluate your school's safety protocols.

This blog post analyses the recent Ofsted announcement regarding the end of subject deep dives in ungraded inspections. It explores the reasons behind the change and what this means for school leaders in the UK.

A Requires Improvement Ofsted judgment can be devastating. This blog offers support, strategies, and advice for school leaders navigating the path to recovery.

A valuable webinar to watch which helps to unpick the many aspects of the School Bookings with Joan Lind from TryBooking who make it much easier to understand.

Showcasing Brands 4 Schools

Video explaining the changes to The Reading Framework

Join Headteacher Chat for a discussion with NAACE, celebrating 40 years of supporting schools with educational technology. Learn about NAACE's history, the EdTech Review Framework, and their latest research on the state of EdTech in UK schools.

HeadteacherChat - How we can use transition to support nurture?

Headteacherchat's EmpowerED: Facilitating SEN Processes with PAGS Profile

How to avoid burnout with top tips to use when you need it.

Tune into this valuable twitter Spaces session where we discuss why you should consider having coaching sessions and what you can gain from it.

In this episode we discuss BBC 500 Words competition.

HeadteacherChat talks to Huw Lloyd from CPI about Culture Change - Proactive plans to reactive problems.

In this episode, we discuss the significance of school values in school development.

TeacherFastFeedback: The Key to Impactful Marking and Reduced Workload