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The idea of inviting governors for regular tours of the school might make leaders feel uneasy – but it helps to build stronger relationships and make board meetings more meaningful, says this experienced head

Applying for a new job as a headteacher is an emotional rollercoaster – but senior leader Mark Leppard has some advice to help you handle this tricky situation

In the first of a new series talking to international leaders on how their recruitment and retention practices have changed since the pandemic, we hear from Mark Leppard in Abu Dhabi about what his school does to ensure staff numbers remain buoyant

International schools have had vastly different experiences during the pandemic – which is why the head of the British Schools in the Middle East group says holding pupils to the same exam standard as in England is so concerning

Putting students first is a laudable goal for a school leader but not if it means being a workaholic, says headteacher Mark Leppard. He explains why those who prioritise their own needs instead are in fact likely to be happier, more productive and more capable of bringing out the best in others

The British education system is seen as the gold standard across the world – but there could be long-lasting brand damage from 2020‘s exams fiasco