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The Three Degree Shift: How leaders see what others miss in complex decisions (Ep. 191)
Apr 16, 2026
30m 29s
The ‘being’ and ‘doing’ of leadership with Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC (Ep. 190)
Apr 9, 2026
37m 27s
International leadership and the work of culture with Simon Herbert, Director of IB, GEMS Education (Ep. 189)
Apr 2, 2026
43m 40s
Why leaders must stand for something with Andy Johnson, Head, Truro School (Ep. 188)
Mar 26, 2026
40m 15s
Influence, strategy and sector leadership with Guy Pascoe, CEO, Independent Schools of New Zealand (Ep. 187)
Mar 19, 2026
32m 44s
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| 4/16/26 | The Three Degree Shift: How leaders see what others miss in complex decisions (Ep. 191) | The biggest challenges you face aren’t solved by working harder. They’re solved by seeing the situation more clearly. In this final episode of the series, Juliet Corbett reflects on the patterns that emerged across 13 conversations with school leaders around the world - and introduces a new framework: the Three Degree Shift™. At its core, the Three Degree Shift is about seeing what others miss - shifting perspective just enough to reveal what was previously hidden. Viewing a challenge from ju... | 30m 29s | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | The ‘being’ and ‘doing’ of leadership with Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC (Ep. 190) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and Chair of HMC. In this reflective conversation, they explore the leadership lessons that only become obvious over time. In particular, they discuss the shift from relentless ‘doing’ to intentional ‘being’, and the judgement required when decisions are complex and sometimes represent the least bad option available. Together they explore: The shift from const... | 37m 27s | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | International leadership and the work of culture with Simon Herbert, Director of IB, GEMS Education (Ep. 189) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Simon Herbert FRSA, Director of the IB Curriculum at GEMS Education, whose leadership career has spanned senior roles at Fettes College in Edinburgh, Dulwich College Beijing and GEMS International School in Dubai. He now oversees IB provision across the GEMS group of more than 50 schools. In this reflective and internationally focused conversation, they explore culture at multiple levels of leadership - from naviga... | 43m 40s | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | Why leaders must stand for something with Andy Johnson, Head, Truro School (Ep. 188) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Andy Johnson, Head of Truro School, to explore why leaders must stand for something - and what it takes to develop a clear and distinctive point of view. In this conversation, they examine what it means to lead with what they call a 'spiky purpose' - not a spiky personality - and why conviction, agency and authenticity matter in shaping both individual and institutional direction. Together they explore: Why leaders... | 40m 15s | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | Influence, strategy and sector leadership with Guy Pascoe, CEO, Independent Schools of New Zealand (Ep. 187) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Guy Pascoe, Chief Executive of Independent Schools of New Zealand (ISNZ), to explore what school leaders can learn from sector leadership - where authority is earned through influence. In this thoughtful and strategically focused conversation, they examine how leadership works when there is no hierarchy to rely on, and why trust, clarity and disciplined focus become essential. Together they explore: Why sector lead... | 32m 44s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | Credible friend, credible threat: Leadership in a politicised world with Graham Catt, Chief Executive Officer, Independent Schools Australia (Ep. 186) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Graham Catt, Chief Executive Officer of Independent Schools Australia (ISA) - the national peak body representing over 1,200 independent schools across Australia. In this conversation, they explore what it means for school leaders to operate inside a national policy and advocacy environment, and how leaders can influence decisions when education becomes increasingly politicised. Together they explore: The differenc... | 42m 31s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | Connection, belonging and intuition in leadership with Vanita Uppal OBE, Director, The British School New Delhi (Ep. 185) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Vanita Uppal OBE, Director of The British School New Delhi and an international educator with more than thirty years of leadership experience, whose work is recognised globally through the roles she holds and the organisations she serves. In this thoughtful and human-centred conversation, they move beyond titles and structures to explore the inner life of leadership, and why connection, intuition, belief and belong... | 41m 25s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | Adapting leadership across culture and context with Helen Olds, Director, The British International School of Jeddah (Ep. 184) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Helen Olds, Director of the British International School Jeddah, with more than 20 years of leadership experience across international schools in Asia and the Middle East. In this thoughtful conversation, they explore how leadership needs to adapt across cultures and contexts without losing authenticity, and why understanding people is just as important as understanding systems when leading in international setting... | 45m 11s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | Knowing when to slow the pace as a leader with Alex Hems, Head, The Aldenham Foundation (Ep. 183) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast Juliet Corbett is joined by Alex Hems, Executive Head of The Aldenham Foundation since 2022. In this thoughtful and honest conversation, they reflect on what it takes to lead well when the pace is intense and the stakes are high, and why creating space to think - both individually and collectively - can be one of a leader’s most powerful tools. Together they explore: What ‘slow down to speed up’ really means in senior leadershipHow leaders mak... | 38m 30s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | What true partnership really demands from leaders with Jaideep Barot, Head, Bristol Grammar School (Ep. 182) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Jaideep Barot, Head of Bristol Grammar School since 2018 and a returning guest to the show. In this important conversation, they explore what it really takes to sustain bursary and partnership work under pressure, and how leaders can protect morally important work when time and capacity are stretched. Together they explore: What true partnership between independent and state schools really demands from leader... | 37m 55s | ||||||
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| 1/29/26 | From Head to CEO in an international context with Louise Simpson, The British School in the Netherlands (Ep. 181) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Louise Simpson, CEO of the British School in the Netherlands, where she leads the BSN across four campuses in and around The Hague. This is Louise's fourth headship and her second stint abroad, having previously been head of Exeter School in Devon, head of St Paul’s, the British School in Sao Paulo, and a GDST head in south London. As you’ll hear, she is delighted to be back in the world of British international ed... | 43m 57s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | How kind leadership creates high performing teams with Joanna Povall, Principal, Wales International School (Ep. 180) | In this episode of the Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Joanna Povall, Principal at Wales International School in Abu Dhabi and Tes International School Principal of the Year 2024/25. With more than 30 years of leadership experience across the UK, France and the UAE, Joanna brings a distinctive cross-cultural perspective to what kindness really means in leadership. She also draws on her work as a Lead Improvement Partner for COBIS, supporting school improvement across t... | 42m 46s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Authentic leadership and shaping school culture with Charles Bailey, Headmaster, Worksop College and Ranby House (Ep. 179) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett is joined by Charles Bailey, Headmaster of Worksop College and Ranby House, a thriving independent day and boarding school in Nottinghamshire. Charles joined the school in April 2025 after a decade at Harrow School, where he held senior leadership roles including Director of Studies and Head of Learning Skills. He brings a thoughtful, strategic approach to headship, grounded in authenticity, clarity and a deep belief in the pow... | 45m 03s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | Positivity, complexity and leadership with Julie Robinson, CEO, Independent Schools Council (ISC) (Ep. 178) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast Juliet Corbett is joined by Julie Robinson, Chief Executive of the Independent Schools Council, where she represents and promotes the work of independent schools across the UK. Julie began her career as a teacher before becoming a head in Sussex prep schools, later moving into national roles and joining ISC in 2015. She is a governor for both an Academy and an all-through independent school in London and is a strong advocate for collaboration ... | 35m 36s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | Leading through complexity: Conversations to spark your best thinking (Ep. 177) | In this episode of The Independent School Podcast, Juliet Corbett returns to the microphone for a new series focused on real-world leadership in independent and international schools. Juliet shares how her thinking has evolved over recent years through her work as a trusted advisor to experienced leaders, and her episodes of the Quiet Leadership Revolution podcast. She also introduces the ideas she has been developing for a book she's writing about leading sustainably through complexity and u... | 14m 30s | ||||||
| 3/28/24 | 174: Solving for Value for Money | Leaders in independent schools are having to make some hard decisions at the moment, especially those in the UK facing the possible addition of VAT to school fees. Some of these decisions could be classified as ‘wicked’ - defined as a problem where multiple stakeholders want different, sometimes contradictory, outcomes. In the last episode Juliet explored how NASA approaches this type of problem, drawing out lessons for school leaders. In this episode Juliet explores further the three ques... | 28m 00s | ||||||
| 3/21/24 | 173: Solving Wicked Problems the NASA Way | It turns out that NASA rocket scientists think that solving ‘wicked’ problems, where multiple stakeholders want contradictory outcomes, is far harder than the science of sending missions into space. So when we’re trying to solve similarly ‘wicked’ problems in our schools it’s no surprise that leaders sometimes feel stuck between a rock and a hard place. In this week’s episode, Juliet shares how NASA solves these problems and draws out lessons that other leaders can use to make life easier, e... | 16m 22s | ||||||
| 1/25/24 | 172: Coaching, Innovation and Empowerment with Claire Robinson, Head, Holme Grange School | Coaching, innovation, empowerment, strategy... this episode with guest Claire Robinson, Head of Holme Grange School, dives into many of the topics which school leaders ask me questions about. As a highly experienced head, Claire shares with us her extensive insights into: 1. How to balance involving staff in strategy development, with the fact that sometimes strategic choices need to be confidential. 2. How senior leaders can empower their teams and utilise the benefits of networking ... | 30m 48s | ||||||
| 1/18/24 | 171: A Thinking Partner | Strategy is not a game played alone. So if you are seeking a strategic way forward for a project or challenge, it is important to balance individual contemplation and conversation with 'thinking partners'. In this episode I share my belief that everyone has the ability to think and act strategically, and that combining this with deeper self-knowledge can lead to remarkable results. I emphasise the significance of seeking out individuals who can help broaden our way of thinking, both i... | 10m 08s | ||||||
| 1/11/24 | 170: Strategy in an International School with Paul Morgan, Head, St. Julian’s School, Lisbon | It’s one thing knowing about strategy frameworks and approaches - but knowing how to use these effectively to develop and implement a strategy in a school is a completely different skill. So this week on The Independent School Podcast I’m delighted to be joined by Paul Morgan, from St. Julian’s School in Lisbon, Portugal, a highly experienced head, who talks us through how he’s approached strategy in his two headships. Questions Paul and I address in the episode include: How can a new head ... | 33m 30s | ||||||
| 12/21/23 | 169: The Five Most Popular Episodes of 2023 | Exciting news for The Independent School Podcast! In our latest episode, I reveal the top five most popular episodes of 2023. With over 16,000 listens, I am thrilled to know that our podcast has been helping education leaders become more strategic and focused on their priorities. Episode notes: Top 5 episodes of 2023: 136: Partnerships and Service with Alastair Chirnside, Warden, St Edward's Oxford 129: Your inbox is not your job 128: Regular giving with Kristina McClendon, Depu... | 16m 09s | ||||||
| 12/14/23 | 168: The Big Picture and Being Human with Jim Knight, Lord Knight of Weymouth and Chair of COBIS | For this week's episode I'm joined by Jim Knight, The Rt Hon Lord Knight of Weymouth and Chair of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). We dive deep into the big picture of education, looking at the changing ways that schools prepare young people for their future, the importance of addressing the climate emergency, the increasing role of AI in schools, as well as exploring ways that independent and state schools can learn from each other. About Jim Knight Jim Knight works i... | 43m 14s | ||||||
| 12/7/23 | 167: Trends in Leadership Recruitment with Hayley Mintern, Partner, Anderson Quigley | Tune into this week’s podcast for a comprehensive insight into school leadership recruitment trends and the crucial conversation around equality, diversity and inclusion. I am joined by Hayley Mintern, Partner at Anderson Quigley and in our thought-provoking conversation, we delve into the world of leadership recruitment in education. Hayley brings her expertise to the table, offering insights on employer branding and developing a pool of talent for future school vacancies. It's a fascinatin... | 35m 11s | ||||||
| 11/30/23 | 166: Overwhelm or Overload? | Do you have a clear idea of how much you can achieve in a week? It’s very easy to be overly optimistic about what it is possible to get done. And then when you don’t achieve your goals for the week, it’s easy to slip into a habit of working extra hours to tick all those things off your to do list. This kind of overload is inevitable occasionally, but if you are consistently over-estimating what’s possible it can lead to building feelings of overwhelm and then potentially burnout. Key Lesson... | 15m 19s | ||||||
| 11/23/23 | 165: My Solution to Overwhelm | When overwhelm strikes me it feels like lots of bees buzzing around my head, each reminding me to do something, and a building sense of worry that I’m not going to get it all done. While many of us don't talk about it openly, it's normal to feel occasionally overwhelmed. But if you're having this feeling frequently then that's not a fun way to live. The key for me lies in doing one thing at a time. Research has shown that multitasking is not as effective as we often believe. So one way you... | 15m 53s | ||||||
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