David Gurr – författare

Leading Schools Successfully: Stories from the field considers international research focussing on leadership in schools. Based on the ISSPP (International Successful School Principalship Project) which has conducted over one hundred multiple perspective case studies of successful school principals from more than a dozen countries, the book captures the exhilaration of being a principal who grows and sustains success from those practitioners who are acknowledged as exhibiting outstanding leadership.

Whilst much is known about successful school leaders, the book reinforces the argument that it is neither possible, nor appropriate, to generalise specific strategies that should be adopted to ensure success for all schools at all times in all settings. Instead, success calls for a high level of judgement, wisdom, artistry and sheer hard work on the part of principals, adapting for their particular context the knowledge about leading schools successfully. Reflection sections in each chapter ask the reader to consider further issues which each chapter raises.

Topics considered include:

- the importance of school principals to school success

- turning around under-performing schools

- values-led leadership

-sustaining successful leadership

- leading in multi-cultural settings

- issues and implications for the future.

With international contributions from experts in the field, the book offers a new perspective on leadership in schools and will be of interest to school principals and researchers.

Leading Schools Successfully: Stories from the field considers international research focussing on leadership in schools. Based on the ISSPP (International Successful School Principalship Project) which has conducted over one hundred multiple perspective case studies of successful school principals from more than a dozen countries, the book captures the exhilaration of being a principal who grows and sustains success from those practitioners who are acknowledged as exhibiting outstanding leadership.

Whilst much is known about successful school leaders, the book reinforces the argument that it is neither possible, nor appropriate, to generalise specific strategies that should be adopted to ensure success for all schools at all times in all settings. Instead, success calls for a high level of judgement, wisdom, artistry and sheer hard work on the part of principals, adapting for their particular context the knowledge about leading schools successfully. Reflection sections in each chapter ask the reader to consider further issues which each chapter raises.

Topics considered include:

- the importance of school principals to school success

- turning around under-performing schools

- values-led leadership

-sustaining successful leadership

- leading in multi-cultural settings

- issues and implications for the future.

With international contributions from experts in the field, the book offers a new perspective on leadership in schools and will be of interest to school principals and researchers.

Servant Leadership in Educational Organisations: Leading with Empathy and Purpose is a comprehensive guide to leading with empathy and purpose. It explores key leadership principles and practical strategies that empower leaders to foster collaboration and create positive change in educational settings.

At the heart of the book is a contemporary model of servant leadership, a holistic and integrative framework that connects leadership mindsets, behaviours, and organisational practices within an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) context. Providing an in-depth discussion of servant leadership tailored for educational leaders seeking to enhance their leadership skills, the authors begin with an in-depth definition and historical overview, offering a solid foundation of the origins and evolution of this leadership approach. Chapters then cover a wide range of topics essential for understanding and practicing servant leadership, including self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the creation of a supportive work environment. Key principles such as empathy, humility, and ethical decision-making are thoroughly examined, providing readers with a framework for implementing these values in their leadership practices.

Throughout the book, real-world case studies referred to as ''Spotlights of Practice’ illustrate how servant leadership is implemented across diverse educational settings. These examples demonstrate how a servant leadership practices can lead to improved employee engagement, trust, and organisational effectiveness. The combination of theory, reflective insights, and evidence-informed practices makes this an essential read for any current and aspiring educational leaders seeking to make a positive difference in their organisations.