Tools:
Publications on coaching
- Leading coaching in schools Support for school leaders who wish to develop coaching.
- Coaching for teaching and learning: a practical guide Examples of techniques that will help schools develop coaching.
Coaching and mentoring
Schools currently face many challenges: reshaping the workforce, succession planning, personalisation, standards, accountability and school improvement being just a few. Coaching, and its development, can help school leaders effectively tackle these issues. These articles examine why coaching is important to teachers and leaders, as well as offering suggestions on how you can develop coaching in your school or organisation.
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About coaching
The College's six propositions about the importance of coaching and the role of school leaders.
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What makes a good coach?
The essential skills, qualities and commitments of good coaches.
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What are the benefits of coaching?
Benefits to individuals and benefits to schools.
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How do I develop coaching in my school or organisation?
Considerations for leaders who wish to embed coaching practices throughout their schools.
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How can coaching improve teaching and learning?
A breakdown of some practical advice and guidance about how developing coaching in your school can ultimately improve teaching and learning skills.
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Case studies
Examples of schools that have created a coaching culture.
Publications
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Creating a culture of coaching: upskilling the school workforce in times of change - summary
Research associate report about different approaches to integrating coaching into the school improvement cycle -
Creating a culture of coaching: upskilling the school workforce in times of change - full report
Research associate report about different approaches to integrating coaching into the school improvement cycle -
Improving coaching: evolution not revolution
How can coaching be used to influence teaching and impact on school improvement and professional development -
Coaching for teaching and learning: a guide for school leaders
A guide for schools planning to develop coaching practice to improve teaching and learning -
Leadership coaching - summary
An evaluation of the effectiveness of leadership coaching as a strategy to support succession planning
Case studies
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Training teachers to coach
National College resources: Hayes Park Primary School developed a school-based programme to train teachers to coach within and outside of the school - a case study. -
Learning through coaching conversations
National College resources: a case study that demonstrates how coaching has helped Lark Rise Lower School to create a culture of learning and reflection. -
Developing a culture of interdependence
National College resources: a case study of coaching at Horsell Village School, which has enabled teachers to create a culture of mutual learning and support and resolve problems in a positive way. -
Coaching as an alternative to line management
National College resources: a case study The Colne Community School, which uses a 'single conversation' model of coaching - with subject and pastoral leaders having one point of contact for all issues. -
Raising standards of teaching and learning
National College resources: a case study that demonstrates how coaching enabled Bedford Education Action Zone (EAZ) to improve standards in two of its schools, including one which was in special measures.
Interactive resources
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Coaching for success
In this interview, Joan McVittie describes the impact coaching has had at her school -
How to introduce a successful mentoring programme
Practical suggestions for the successful introduction of a mentoring programme -
Model of personal reflective space
Explore the stages of reflection, and how and when an individual selects appropriate strategies for action -
Giving feedback using the BOOST model
Carefully chosen language is the key to providing helpful and constructive feedback to the person you are coaching/mentoring. Here are some tips on how to choose your words well -
The will and the skill: a coaching and mentoring exercise
An exercise to help you determine the skill and will of your coachee before selecting an appropriate style of interaction
Articles
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How do I develop coaching in my school or organisation?
National College resources that offer advice to school leaders about the 'action implications' associated with developing a coaching culture in schools. -
What are the benefits of coaching?
National College resources that examine the benefits schools may reap from effective coaching practices. The resources also point to the National Framework for Mentoring and Coaching. -
What makes a good coach?
National College resources that detail the essential qualities, commitments and skills required for effective coaching practice in schools. -
About coaching
National College resources that examine the importance of coaching in schools. Six key propositions define why a coaching culture is essential to leading an effective organisation. -
How can coaching improve teaching and learning?
Information and resources to help you develop your own coaching skills and improve continuous professional development throughout the school.
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