The author has taught in seven schools in deprived areas of London, Bristol and Cardiff, and has successfully led three schools from being amongst the lowest performing in the country to achieving outcomes well above expectations. His innovative practices have been successfully applied in many schools that he has worked with and supported.
Di-Finizio states early on in the book his belief about the influence school leaders can exert at all levels in setting the tone of the school’s spirit and links to underpinning principles. Happiness is seen as a wide-ranging and vital component of outstanding and flourishing schools and, conversely, schools with unhappy working environments are seen as detrimental to school improvement and student attainment.
This book explores the elements of school improvement that the author has found successful and he writes with clarity, sincerity and passion about his professional journey.
Those aspiring to headship, or new to their post would find this an inspiring and supportive read. It recognises the power of a positive and holistic school ethos that can support real and lasting change.
Author : A Di-Finizio
Publisher : Crown House Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-78583-587-2
Price: £19.99
Author: Mary Mountstephen
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