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Letting staff go is a difficult part of a school leader’s job – but there are some key principles that can make the process fair for all, says Kausor Amin-Ali

A school leader in the UAE discusses the risks posed by the increase in pupils’ screen time and the safeguarding needs of children from war zones

If we want the best school leaders to emerge we need to give opportunities to all types of people, which means appointing based on merit, not stereotypes

Many will be starting a new senior leadership role in an international school this September – either having climbed through the ranks or moved over from the UK. Here one experienced international leader offers some key advice to help ease them into the job

An international head and chair of governors to a UK school explains how adopting the mindset of a submarine captain helped him through his toughest months in education – and life

Working with governors is something most headteachers have to learn on the job – which can be tricky. However, there are some good ground rules to make it a smooth relationship for all, says Kausor Amin-Ali