* Takes a 'middle way', looking at how progressive and traditional perspectives might complement one another to develop a long-term strategy for wellbeing in schools
* Includes strategies, takeaways and case studies to help readers put the ideas in the book into practice
* Includes resources for staff training/inset.
* Offers a more personalised approach to leadership and wellbeing.
Aurora Reid has worked as a senior leader in several schools. As a qualified DSL and SENDCo, she has led primarily on inclusion but has also held curriculum and teacher-development roles. She is passionate about inclusive leadership in the broadest sense, as that is how we build equity and care for all into the heart of our schools. Aurora is currently a consultant based in London. She blogs at streamlinedSENDCo.com.
Title: Leading Mindfully for Healthy and Successful Schools: Beyond the Traditional Progressive Divide
Author: Reid, Aurora
ISBN: 9781032056364
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Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Date: 2022-07-28
Number of Pages: 160
Weight: 0.2881 kg
This absolutely fascinating book takes the lens of mindfulness and applies it to the various strands of professional behaviour and practice. Aurora Reid has drawn on research to underpin her arguments in a way that is light touch but also conveys confidence that we should all be taking care of ourselves, our colleagues, and our pupils: not in some wishy-washy, feel-good way, but in an intentional way that preserves and enhances energy, rather than depleting it. There are some excellent case studies, bringing this to life: we all need to hear from heads who don't work late or at weekends and who also lead stunningly successful schools. Highly recommended.
Mary Myatt, Education Writer and Curator of Myatt & Co
Stimulating and thought provoking... a genuinely scholarly attempt to bring together very divergent views into something that doesn't fall apart when you shake it.
Ben Newmark, Deputy Head Teaccher
Practical yet makes you reflect. A brilliantly helpful handbook for leaders and a timely reminder to slow down and take care of me, as this affects my ability to lead others.
Jane Manzone, Teacher @HeyMissSmith
Aurora has a fresh, enlightening perspective and the book provides an insightful, original lens on some of the biggest challenges schools face.
Ed Vainker, CEO, Reach Foundation
This absolutely fascinating book takes the lens of mindfulness and applies it to the various strands of professional behaviour and practice. Aurora Reid has drawn on research to underpin her arguments in a way that is light touch but also conveys confidence that we should all be taking care of ourselves, our colleagues, and our pupils: not in some wishy-washy, feel-good way, but in an intentional way that preserves and enhances energy, rather than depleting it. There are some excellent case studies, bringing this to life: we all need to hear from heads who don't work late or at weekends and who also lead stunningly successful schools. Highly recommended.
Mary Myatt, Education Writer and Curator of Myatt & Co
Stimulating and thought provoking... a genuinely scholarly attempt to bring together very divergent views into something that doesn't fall apart when you shake it.
Ben Newmark, Deputy Head Teacher
Practical yet makes you reflect. A brilliantly helpful handbook for leaders and a timely reminder to slow down and take care of me, as this affects my ability to lead others.
Jane Manzone, Teacher @HeyMissSmith
Aurora has a fresh, enlightening perspective and the book provides an insightful, original lens on some of the biggest challenges schools face.
Ed Vainker, CEO, Reach Foundation
