Coaching in Education Podcast Series

Welcome to another of our Instructional Coaching Done Well Roadshow mini-series episodes. In this episode, I'm delighted to be in conversation once again with Dr Jim Knight - author, researcher, and co-founder of the Instructional Coaching Group. For many people around the world, Jim's work has shaped how we think about coaching in schools and at the heart of that work sits today's topic of discussion - the Partnership Principles. These seven principles — equality, choice, voice, dialogue, praxis, reflection, and reciprocity — offer not just a framework for coaching, but a way of being in relationship with others. They help us think deeply about what it means to honour the humanity, autonomy, and potential of the people we work with every day. In this conversation, we explore where the Partnership Principles come from, what they look like in action, and how they can shape not only our coaching conversations — but also the culture of our schools and organisations. This is a must listen. Richard Reid – Podcast host.

In this episode I'm joined by Dr. Chris Baker. Chris leads professional development for a large group of schools in the South West of England, supporting over 3000 staff. He is the author of Leadership Launchpads, a visually engaging book packed with 100 powerful leadership concepts, covering everything from public narratives to 'sludge audits.' But what really stands out about Chris is his journey from what he describes as a 'dire' early education to an obsession with professional learning and coaching. In this episode, we explore his story, his coaching philosophy and why he believes that not everyone needs to be a coach - yet coaching as a way of leading is essential. In addition to that we unpack the 'why' of coaching in schools and the importance of partnership, enabling conditions, and a coaching stance in leadership. So, whether you're a school leader, coach, or educator looking to enhance your conversations and leadership approach, you won't want to miss this episode.

In this special episode, we're thrilled to welcome Jasmine Miller, author of A Teacher's Guide to Coaching. Jasmine will share insights from her new book, exploring how coaching can transform teaching practices, build stronger relationships and empower both teachers and students. Whether you're new to coaching or looking to deepen your skills, you won't want to miss this conversation packed with practical strategies and real-life examples. Listen in now.🎧

In this latest episode of 'Stories from the Coaches' I'm genuinely thrilled to be joined by Claudia Owad, an expert in the transformative power of coaching and positive psychology. Currently a Director at GCI and more recently a director with the Instructional Coaching Group, Claudia brings over 25 years of experience working across education, corporate settings, and not-for-profits. Her passion? Helping leaders, teachers, students, and parents create flourishing learning environments. Drawing on her expertise in developmental frameworks and mental toughness, Claudia combines practical strategies with an inspiring focus on strengths and growth. Whether you're an educator, a coach, or a leader, this conversation will offer valuable insights into harnessing coaching and positive psychology to create meaningful change. Resources: https://www.growthcoaching.com.au/resource/the-wonderful-ripple-effect-of-coaching-5-tips-to-help-this-happen/ https://psywb.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/2211-1522-3-2

In this episode of Coaching in Education, join me in conversation with Russell Bennett and Stephen Fantom, two dynamic educators from St Joseph's Institution International School in Singapore. Over the last decade, Russell and Steve have led the way in creating a vibrant coaching culture at SJI, transforming professional learning and fostering personal growth among staff. Listen in as they share their journey, the challenges they've faced, and the impact coaching has had across their school community. Whether you're just beginning your coaching journey or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation is packed with insights and practical takeaways. Genuinely, this is a must listen! Richard Reid – Podcast Host.

In this latest episode of our 'Stories from the Coaches' mini-series I want to start by referring to our strapline – where theory and good intentions meet reality because the topic of discussion in this episode - Reflective Practice, fits so well with this phrase. Let me explain: In theory, we as educators and coaches appreciate the benefits of a reflective approach to our practice and we definitely have good intentions to make this a regular habit, however the reality quite often is that we let disciplines such as reflective practice drop off the list as the busyness of working in education takes over. In this episode we aim to help you address this issue so join me in conversation with one of GCI's longest serving members – Di Henning and we will take a deeper dive into reflective practice.

Over the last six months I have had the privilege of chatting with a number of the GCI team with a view to gaining their insights and thoughts on developing coaching in our schools. In this particular episode I'm excited to be joined by Lucy Carroll. Lucy joined Growth Coaching International in 2019 and brings with her, over 30 years of experience in education, in diverse settings across Australia and internationally. Most recently Lucy has worked at the Institute of Positive Education at Geelong Grammar School, promoting student, staff and family wellbeing through innovative education programs in the field of positive psychology. This role has taken Lucy into schools across all sectors in Australia and has stretched as far afield as Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai and Germany. Join me in this episode as Lucy shares some fabulous insights into how she sees coaching fit into the world of education and the immense benefits for those who position it front and centre in their approach to professional conversations. This is a must listen.🎧Richard Reid – Podcast Host.