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When I was young, I loved the books of Roald Dahl. The absurdity and silliness kept me enthralled. I also loved the illustrations by Quentin Blake that brought the books to life and accentuated the silliness, so much so that I naturally drifted to his stories too. As a parent, they were my “go to”…
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Effective educational leadership is crucial to fostering an environment where pupils, teachers, and the entire school community can thrive. However, much like navigating a complex city, leading an educational institution can often feel like trying to decode a labyrinth of challenges, decisions, and competing priorities. In such an environment, leaders can benefit from applying the…
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As we welcome the new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past and look forward to the future. For many, the start of the year brings a renewed sense of motivation and the opportunity to set new goals. New Year’s resolutions can serve as powerful tools to inspire change, improve habits and…
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New beginnings and lifelong learning are increasingly recognised as essential in today’s rapidly evolving world. In educational leadership, every day is a learning day. That has certainly been the case as I launch my new business Antwis Collaborative. https://www.antwiscollaborative.co.uk/ Adapting to Change The prospect of redundancy has been scary! Yes – I am worried about…
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For those of you who know me or follow me on X @AntwisNicola, you will appreciate that I spend a considerable amount of time on the touchline watching rugby. All three of my children played rugby on the muddy fields of North Bristol RFC when they were younger. And now as young adults, two of…
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Stepping into the role of a headteacher is both exhilarating and daunting. You’re no longer just managing a classroom; you’re steering an entire school community towards success. From balancing leadership duties to shaping a positive culture, the transition comes with its challenges and rewards. As a new headteacher, you’ll likely be juggling high expectations from…
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September 2024 marks 30 years of teaching for me! Not quite ready for retirement yet but it marks a significant moment and warrants some reflection. 30 years … …that is 9 Prime Ministers – some good, some bad, some ugly! …14 Education Secretaries – we all remember the revolving door episode! … it has been…
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Aaaaah! September!! The month when school leaders feel energised, excited, organised, in control and hopeful for the year ahead. Yes – I felt all of these at the start of the academic year in 23/24, but I also had a deep dread in the pit of my stomach. Of the 15 schools I support, many…
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