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The School Leadership Podcast

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Mobile phones in schools: the reality for school leaders

October 14, 2026 · 33 min

Since September, schools in England have been required to be mobile phone-free environments by default. They are expected to ensure pupils do not have access to their phones during the school day, including breaktimes and lunchtimes, with…
Improving outcomes for white working-class pupils

September 8, 2026 · 36 min

This summer, an independent inquiry into white working-class education outcomes concluded that underachievement is driven not by low aspirations or individual failings, but by a complex set of systemic challenges. These include lower…
Professional supervision for school leaders

July 21, 2026 · 26 min

What is professional supervision, and why are more school leaders turning to it for support? In this episode in NAHT’s podcast series, James Bowen, NAHT assistant general secretary, speaks to Faye McGuinness, director of programmes at…
Cultivating a culture of belonging in schools

June 18, 2026 · 24 min

What does a culture of belonging really look like in schools – and where should leaders begin? In this episode of NAHT’s School Leadership Podcast, we’re joined by Hannah Wilson, founder of Belonging Effect and a leading voice in…
The transformative power of kindness

May 13, 2026 · 28 min

Experienced school leader Joanna Povall speaks to NAHT assistant general secretary James Bowen about the transformative power of kind leadership. Sharing some candid reflections, she talks about how being honest, embracing feedback and…

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An update on Ofsted and our campaign for a fairer inspection system

April 13, 2026 · 24 min

Following Ofsted’s consultation on its new inspection framework in early 2025, and its limited rollout later last year, the new framework has been fully in place for school inspections across England since January 2026. Throughout this…
Understanding hygiene poverty and supporting students in schools

March 3, 2026 · 27 min

Recent research suggests that nearly three million schoolchildren in the UK have experienced hygiene poverty in the past year. This means everyday essentials such as shampoo, toothpaste and laundry detergent have become unaffordable for…
Celebrating inclusive school cultures

January 30, 2026 · 22 min

With the education sector facing an unprecedented recruitment and retention crisis, former head of science Jagdeep Pabla felt it was time to celebrate the often-unseen work of school leaders who create cultures where people can thrive over…
Calm leadership

December 17, 2025 · 26 min

Head teacher Patrick Cozier talks to NAHT assistant general secretary James Bowen about the calm approach to school leadership he has developed over 24 years as a school leader. Patrick explores the importance of acknowledging the…
Battling burnout: tips and tools for school leaders

November 10, 2025 · 32 min

Join Rowena Hicks, an experienced teacher and deputy head, as she shares her experience of burnout – a challenge faced by so many school leaders. You’ll hear Rowena talk about the role of self-reflection, core competencies, micro changes…
Putting well-being first: the school that changed children’s education by prioritising mental health

October 14, 2025 · 25 min

Four years ago, Carr Mill Primary School in St Helens, Merseyside, embarked on a new whole-school approach to mental health that has delivered some remarkable results. Overcoming hurdles such as low attendance, limited aspirations and a…
Allergies in schools: supporting leaders, teachers and students

September 15, 2025 · 32 min

In the wake of the tragic death of 15-year-old Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, who died in 2016 from an allergic reaction to sesame seeds in the dough of a baguette, her parents founded the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation. It campaigned for…

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In NAHT's podcast series, you'll hear interviews with some of the leading voices in education and conversations about issues at the heart of leadership and learning.