Online discussions

Online discussions related to the theme of primary leadership have taken place over the last few months. To view the discussions, follow the links below. You will need to be a member of the Learning Gateway to access these. Find out how to join the Learning Gateway.

Previous discussions

• Applying for headship
  Peter Addison-Child, shares his experience on the front line of the headship recruitment market, and explores some ideas for maximising personal effectiveness.
• Encouraging diversity in leadership
  Supporting black and minority ethnic groups and women.
• Strategic leadership for long lasting success
  Alan Thomas Headteacher and NCSL Research Associate on sustainable approaches.
• Working with multiple partners and agencies
  Join Mike Collins and Paul Bramley of the Leadership Network in this important discussion.
• Keeping the faith
  Oona Stannard, Chief Executive and Director of the Catholic Education Service; Jeffrey Leader, Director of Education for the Agency for Jewish Education and Nick McKemey, Head of School Improvement from the Church of England Education Division on the future of leadership in faith-based schools.
• Sarah’s year – leading their future
  John Baumber and Val Fryer lead a discussion on planning towards raising the education participation age.
• Successful practice in the primary framework
  Sally Rundell and Nigel Bufton on improving literacy and mathematics.
• Personalised learning in the 21st century
  Graham Soles, Headteacher, Brighouse School with video introduction by Jill Ireson NCSL Research and Programme Development Coordinator.
• Is your data measuring up? RAISEonline and school achievement
  Leadership Network national discussion facilitated by the National Strategies.