Leading Your International School

Leading Your International School

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Leading Your International School episodes

  • Next Chapter From The School Library: Reflections and Visions For 21st-Century Education

    The current role and the future of school libraries and school librarians.

    Join Sarah and Barry as they discuss the changing dynamics of school libraries, underscoring the crucial role of qualified librarians in fostering inquiry-based learning. Sarah also explores the implications of integrating artificial intelligence in education, highlighting the necessity for adapting assessment methods to promote critical thinking skills. Throughout the discussion, Sarah and Barry emphasises the evolving nature of educational landscapes and the need for thoughtful approaches to leverage technology effectively.
    ➡️ Sarah holds a BSc Hons in Biochemistry, MSc Information Science, AET Level 3, Fellowship of Chartered Institute of Library & Information Professionals (CILIP), Fellowship of Royal Society of Arts (FRSA).
    ➡️ She is the author of several books on school librarianship, regular conference presenter, member of UK National committee of School Libraries Group of CILIP and Information Literacy Group of CILIP. ➡️ Currently a team member for UK for Erasmus Project "BRIDGE" on information & digital literacy in primary schools, a semi-professional folk musician and ceilidh caller from the Albert Hall to village hals.
    LinkedIn:   / sp4il  
    Facebook:   / sarah.pavey.31  
    Instagram:   / sarahpavey1  
    X: @Sarahinthelib
    Sarah speaks regularly at the LILAC information Literacy Conference and her most recent conference appearances have been ECIL 2023 in Krakow and a guest lecture for Cambridge Online School. In 2024 she will be speaking at SJSU conference California (virtually) at the Library 2.0, World Education Summit Online (John Hattie's visible learning conference) and LILAC 2024. She is used to public speaking through regular training sessions runs and guest invitations to speak on library topics.

    39 min
  • Launching New Schools With Visions and Mission Integrity

    Join Greg Parry and Barry Cooper as they dive deep into the unique niche of bridging education and business. This enriching discussion touches on staff turnover in international schools, acknowledging its inevitability and highlighting strategies to involve teachers in the recruitment process to enhance alignment with the school's vision and mission. The podcast sheds light on the critical role of culture and leadership in maintaining a school's ethos and ensuring its longevity.


    47 min
  • Start Up Schools, The First 30 Days!

    In this episode, Barry Cooper and Jo Evans discuss the process and challenges of starting up an international school, emphasising the importance of communication, cultural understanding, and flexibility in the process. They delve into the intricacies of launching and operating international schools, emphasising the significance of open communication, cultural adaptation, and flexibility. This insightful conversation provides valuable advice for both educators and school leaders looking to embark on similar journeys.


    LYIS leadership consultancy available starting January 2024.

    27 min
  • Your International School Culture

    Join guest host Barry Cooper and Dr Jill Berry as they discuss Chapter Six of LYIS - 'Your International School Culture'. Find out why "culture is the glue that binds people together during tremendous times of need" and is "fundamental to our schools, particularly in our times of need". An enlightening conversation that suggests how we might also develop our cultures through the power of our stories. Jill's remarkable research, experiences and powerful ideas make for an enthralling conversation.

    50 min
  • Managing Your International school

    In this episode, Vikas and Zoubiya discuss the fundamentals of managing your international school in a post-pandemic world. They talk about the importance of learning from the pandemic to be prepared for future disruption and adapt to change. Zoubiya emphasizes the value of personal leadership skills in the face of disruption.

    50 min
  • Human and School Development

    In this episode Vikas and Warren discuss the vital importance of Human Resource( That is the people working in an organisation/institution).

    HR or People and Culture is not only an integral component of an international school but also an indispensable aspect of workforce planning and leadership.

    43 min
  • The three Vs - Vision,Values, Virtues

    In this episode Vikas and Barry discuss the three Vs - Vision , Values and Virtues a key chapter in the now published book Leading your International school.

    They examine Leadership as a service to others, Embracing and distributing your leadership , The ways in which your curriculum and the way teachers teach it support the school's overall vision.

    50 min
  • Learning Above All Else.

    In this episode Vikas and Chris talk about the theme learning above all else, a key

    chapter from the forthcoming book Leading your International school. They will cover

    the practical leadership tips and experiences for inculcating a culture of learning in an

    International school.

    38 min

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Each month, we release a podcast episode, hosted by Joe Otley, our very own LYIS member. He will be joined with a guest to share their wealth of experience and a unique perspective!