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Performance Related Pay
As I've been in education a while, it doesn't seem like that long ago that we were introduced to Performance Related Pay back in 2000. ...

Claire Platt
Dec 5, 20242 min read


I'm joining the board!
I’m delighted to announce that I’m joining the trust board of St Christopher’s Multi-Academy Trust as a non-executive director....

Claire Platt
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Just. Keep. Trying.
Do you ever feel that your efforts aren’t making a difference?  Are you slogging day in and day out for little or no return?  I came...

Claire Platt
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Feeling frazzled and exhausted?
I can help! Â The recently published Teacher Wellbeing Index 2024 highlighted the challenges for school leaders. Â 55% of you have a poor...

Claire Platt
Nov 28, 20241 min read


Teacher and Leader Wellbeing
Education Support have recently published their new Teacher Wellbeing Index for 2024. It makes for uncomfortable reading, with some small...

Claire Platt
Nov 28, 20241 min read


Are you really leading an inclusive school?
This post may be a little contentious. Bear with me…  During my visits to schools, I often hear schools talk about being inclusive.  ...

Claire Platt
Nov 28, 20242 min read


Goleman's Leadership Styles
Do you have a preferred leadership style? Does it work for all of your team members? Â How do you adapt your style in different...

Claire Platt
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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