Navigating the unexpected: advice for school leaders

A flexible, responsive school leader is going to stay so much saner.

Headteacher Josephine Smith shares what she’s learned about maintaining poise and positivity in the face of things you can’t control.

Top tips from Jo:

• Accept that not everything in school leadership can be controlled. Unexpected events are part of the role! 
• Embrace creativity when facing uncontrollable challenges. Try and view these moments as opportunities to think creatively and adapt.
• Build a supportive professional network to share resources, seek advice and generate solutions. 
• A strong network not only helps with practical problem-solving but also reduces the isolation that can come with being a headteacher. 

Find out more on the Creating Value in Schools blog.