Insight into great teaching

The Renaissance Space Podcast

In this episode, Margaret Allen sits down with Nick Hart, the Principal of Horizon English School in Dubai, to explore his journey from the UK to the UAE and the evolving dynamics of educational leadership.
Nick shares insights into the importance of alignment, improvement, and transition during the start of the school year, emphasising the need for adaptability and relationship-building before pushing for change. He also discusses his approach to leadership in an established, high-performing school, balancing innovation with respect for the existing school culture.
Nick reflects on what makes great teaching, the role of assessment in a regulated educational system, and the challenge of ensuring that all students thrive. With a focus on long-term growth, legacy, and influencing education at a broader scale, this conversation offers a thought-provoking look at the realities and rewards of leading in international education.
Nick Hart is a former Executive Headteacher of a state school Federation in England as well as an NPQH and NPQEL facilitator with Ambition Institute. He has written two books on educational leadership and speaks regularly at education conferences.
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