Leaders in Education Conference

Language : English

Witness firsthand the transformative power of the arts beyond creativity. We unveil the extraordinary impact of performing arts on young minds, equipping them with tools to navigate adversity and ultimately thrive.

Language : English

Topic : Innovative Methods / 21st Century Teaching

In an age where youngsters have much shorter attention spans and expect quick gratification before losing interest I will explain how I use music to inspire and educate students. This helps them to learn in a new and unique way by taking complicated content and breaking it down into easy to understand concise chunks which they more easily memorise by matching it with rhythm and rhyme. This talk will not just showcase how music can be used as a strategy, it will also show how educational leaders can implement the latest and greatest available resources and AI into classrooms to improve learning outcomes for students and decrease marking workloads for teachers.

Language : English

Topic : Music / Performing Arts / Sports

Ever wanted to make your wildest leadership dream happen ...in fact, make it a reality whilst the world is watching? An exploration  (so far!) of leadership opportunities beyond the boundaries of everything that most of us know or have ever imagined. From leading in a brand new giga city ... opening brand new schools and building on from first 'Proof of Concept' schools in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This presentation shares a 'walk on the wild side' of leadership, testing the mettle of the most resilient leaders to support a catalytic change for leadership from Early Childhood onward. Sharing here 'Extreme Leadership' ... and the greatest leadership training of all - 'learnership'.

Language : English

Topic : Early Years

What is transformational change? Context: Jebel Ali School Community Concerns Our Goals Considerations & Aims Lessons Learnt.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

This session will explore why it is important to build a great school leadership team, and how to do it effectively. Drawing on Dr Helen Wright’s experience in coaching and challenging school leaders for several years, this session will look at:

• Why a school leadership team is more than the sum of its parts, and why different perspectives matter in an effective team

• Vital questions for your leaders and your team

• A 5 step practical process to support the development of your school leadership team

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

Discover the essence of high-performance organisational culture within educational teams. This presentation provides an opportunity to explore how impactful cultures are cultivated and sustained. By sharing reflective strategies, we will delve into the intricacies of nurturing and evaluating the cultural dynamics that shape success in schools. Gain actionable insights into identifying key performance indicators and implementing reflective practices that drive lasting improvement from within, empowering teams to excel and make a transformative impact on educational outcomes.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

In this session Anita will share how she designed everything from the curriculum to the classrooms and launched the first ever RCRC approved fully inclusive, truly international school - Blenheim Schools' Beech Hall School Riyadh in 2022 and the incredible journey the school has been on ever since as it has firmly established itself as one of the most pioneering schools in the Kingdom and wider Middle East.

Language : English

Topic : Learning Environment

This session will explain the concept of cultural intelligence, explore the qualities that make a culturally intelligent school leader and give examples as to how this can be implemented in practice.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

The presentation will explain what it means to lead response-able-y by drifting away from a fire-fighting approach to a fire-prevention approach. It will elaborate on the importance of adapting and anticipating situations and present real-school examples of how leading with fear can create reactive structures. It will further present actionable ways on how to create trusting school communities and lead with purpose, to unlock a leader’s true contribution. In essence, this talk is a leader’s playbook for success.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

This presentation focuses on the challenges and decisions faced by educational leaders in the evolving landscape of education and AI. Gain insights into the impact of AI on leaders, teachers, ethics, and innovation. Embrace change, or risk falling behind. Be the visionary leader who sets the course for educational excellence. Discover the future of educational leadership in the AI era. Challenge norms, ignite innovation, and shape the destiny of learning. Unleash your leadership potential. Be part of the revolution! 

Language : English

Topic : VR / AI / Robotics / Ed Tech

Through the presentation, I will share my recent research that details a framework that school leaders could consider when they are engaging with school improvement. It focuses on the twin responsibilities of being transactional and transformational leaders, and how together they bring change within a school.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

The panellists all from varying viewpoints will discuss their own vision for the future and how by embracing change and collaboration within the global education community  schools and places of learning will adapt

Language : English

Topic : Innovative Methods / 21st Century Teaching

At AIS I have introduced the Outstanding Teacher Profile. This is a simple proficiency scale for teachers that allows us to set expectations and aspirations regarding the characteristics and actions of an outstanding teacher at our school. It also facilitates the collection of data that we use to determine our AIP priorities for Teaching and Learning as well as allowing us to plan for deliberately differentiated professional development for our teachers. In addition, it allows collection of data, through teacher self evaluation, learning walks and focused observations, that can be used to determine the impact of PD and/or other interventions for each/any aspect of the profile. Our observational coaching model and APR goal setting also stems from the profile and is an excellent way to facilitate and monitor improvement in practice.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

The success of every thriving and successful organisation lies in the hands of the persons that drives the decisions and implementation. The school system is not an exception. The foundation of the society is the quality of its education. The quality of the education can only be ascertained and guaranteed by calibre of people who sit atop these schools. The talk will examine types of leadership theories already in existence. The talk will examine different cultures and how the culture affect leadership. The difference between people who are led and governed by set of rules, policies and cold protocols and processes as against leadership guided by heart and afterward engagement by the superiority of the mind of man.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

Language : English

In this leadership presentation, Tracey will discuss a recent pilot programme implemented in Wales focused on Mind Management. This programme is designed to help education staff lead themselves effectively by emphasising the significance of self-awareness and understanding one's unique thought processes. By learning about themselves and gaining insights into how the mind functions, educators can release low-level stressors and inner conflicts, ultimately enhancing their overall well-being and performance.

• Are you looking to elevate your staff's emotional literacy?

• Is your team comfortable in managing conflict? • Can your team self-regulate in times of pressure?

• Are your staff able to give and receive constructive feedback? Why not join us for our leadership talk to understand our methodologies and to see how our programme has enhanced team and staff morale, where we have minimised conflict, energised staff to think more positively and manage the demands of the role.

Language : English

Topic : Leadership and Management

In this presentation, Matthew Savage, architect of The Mona Lisa Effect®, will offer a different paradigm for understanding, measuring and improving wellbeing for your entire school community. In essence, he will argue that each community is an ecosystem and, unless we embrace this ecology, we will only ever address emergence, and never the soil from which these properties have emerged.

Language : English

Topic : Curriculum

‘The panel will be discussing the changes in Early Years in recent years and what impact this has on some of the following areas in Early Years management today’

● Changes in EY curriculum

● Programmes for EY learning

● Environments for learning

● Recruiting and retaining staff

● Special Educational Needs pupils

● The evolution of the nursery setting

● What are the challenges and opportunities in this sector

Language : English

Topic : Early Years

This talk, "Empowering Futures: Effective Careers Advising in International Schools," explores best practices and innovative strategies for guiding students toward successful futures. We address challenges like diverse student populations, rapidly changing job markets, and balancing academic and career guidance. Key practices include developing comprehensive career programs, personalising guidance, leveraging technology, and fostering collaboration. Innovative strategies such as career-related programs, industry partnerships, alumni networks, and soft skills development are essential. Career advisors play a pivotal role in providing one-on-one counselling, information dissemination, skill development, and building relationships. Case studies from Deira International School illustrate the impact of these practices. 

Language : English

Topic : Higher Education / Vocational

For 2024  we have a broader variety of panellists looking at a variety of different and thought provoking questions During these sessions we will be hearing the latest insights from the speakers on the following topics: Alternative on-line learning offerings, the impact of AI, how counsellors, in schools and universities, are offering innovative ways to ensure 6th form students have a variety of options and plenty of understanding when making the move from school to tertiary education. 

Language : English

Topic : Curriculum