“Compliance-based approaches in education have not worked so we need a more relational focus.”

A Quick Summary

In this episode of 'Where's Your Head at?', hosts Richard Henry, James Dalziel, and James McDonald engage in a thought-provoking conversation with educational consultant, Sue Chandler. 

With over 30 years of experience, Sue discusses her pivotal career moments and the importance of integrating wellbeing into school systems. The discussion explores the challenges and benefits of moving from compliance-based approaches to a more relational focus in education, addressing both student and staff wellbeing. Highlights include practical strategies for leaders to improve school culture and wellbeing, differences in generational expectations, and the significance of empathetic communication. 

The episode is a valuable resource for educators and leaders committed to fostering a thriving educational environment.

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Key Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:47 Meet the Hosts and Updates

02:38 Introducing Sue Chandler

04:15 Sue Chandler's Career Journey

06:35 Current Trends in Education

10:41 Staff Wellbeing Strategies

17:02 Generational Differences in Education

19:03 Behavior Management in Schools

23:28 Practical Tips for School Leaders

29:09 Sue Chandler's Recommendations

32:06 Conclusion and Contact Information

 

Bio

Sue has over 30 years’ experience in teaching, educational leadership, counselling, coaching, conflict resolution, professional supervision, training and workplace health and wellbeing design. She has presented workshops on her wellbeing design concepts at state, national and international conferences. 

Sue has been a guest on several podcasts, including the ‘Pioneers of Positive Education’, ‘Flourishing at Schools’ podcast series and the ‘Wonders of Wellbeing’. Having led the strategic design, project planning and implementation of a whole school wellbeing framework at a large independent school, 

Sue brings a wealth of experience to her consultancy business, Transformative Schools.  Her mission is to help schools drive positive and transformational change through the integration of the science of wellbeing into whole school systems.

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