Leading Your International School
Each month, we release a podcast episode on our website. Barry Cooper, LYIS podcast host and Founding Principal at The Global College, Madrid, along with a podcast guest, will share their wealth of experience and a unique perspective!
- Update frequency
- every 29 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 16
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Ep25: Unlocking the Superpower of Parents in Education
In the latest Leading Your International School podcast, Barry Cooper and Euan MacLean discuss a critical issue in education: the growing divide between schools and parent communities. Euan shares in…
Ep24: Equity & Justice: A New Paradigm in Education
In this months Leading your international school podcast Barry Cooper is joined by Kausor Amin-Ali, Principal of Frontline International School in Ajman. Join as they discuss:
Equity and Justice in I…
EP 23: VAT Implications: Unintended Consequences
In the latest Leading Your International School Podcast, Barry Cooper is joined by Christine Cunniffe as they discuss the implications of VAT on private school education in the UK.
-Will the money r…
EP 22: What Makes a Great School?
In this conversation, Selina and Barry discuss the essential elements that contribute to a great school. They explore the importance of independence in school reviews, the significance of parent insi…
EP20: BEYOND CLASSROOM: EXPLORING OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Outdoor education can shape young minds and inspire lifelong learning. In the latest LYIS podcast, we sat down with Haena Kim, Director, WildChina Education; CEO, Beyond Classrooms and expert in expe…
Expanding Horizons: Advancing Your Global CV with International School Expertise
Join Anna and Barry as they discuss the insights of overseas teaching and leadership. Anna has 25 years experience teaching in and leading independent schools both in the UK and abroad.
In this epi…
The Rewards and Challenges of a Start-Up School
Join Alistair and Barry as they discuss the rewards and challenges of a Start-Up School. Alistair Downs, Education Director of Reigate Grammar School in Saudi Arabia, discusses his experience with st…
Next Chapter From The School Library: Reflections and Visions For 21st-Century Education
The current role and the future of school libraries and school librarians. Join Sarah and Barry as they discuss the changing dynamics of school libraries, underscoring the crucial role of qualified…
Launching New Schools With Visions and Mission Integrity
Join Greg Parry and Barry Cooper as they dive deep into the unique niche of bridging education and business. This enriching discussion touches on staff turnover in international schools, acknowledgin…
Start Up Schools, The First 30 Days!
In this episode, Barry Cooper and Jo Evans discuss the process and challenges of starting up an international school, emphasising the importance of communication, cultural understanding, and flexibil…
Your International School Culture
Join guest host Barry Cooper and Dr Jill Berry as they discuss Chapter Six of LYIS - 'Your International School Culture'. Find out why "culture is the glue that binds people together during tremendou…
Managing Your International school
In this episode, Vikas and Zoubiya discuss the fundamentals of managing your international school in a post-pandemic world. They talk about the importance of learning from the pandemic to be prepared…
Perspectives On International School Leadership
In this episode Vikas and Mrs Monica Sagar discuss the essence and importance of perspectives in shaping International school leadership and that leadership is a choice, not a position.
Human and School Development
In this episode Vikas and Warren discuss the vital importance of Human Resource( That is the people working in an organisation/institution).
HR or People and Culture is not only an integral component…
The three Vs - Vision,Values, Virtues
In this episode Vikas and Barry discuss the three Vs - Vision , Values and Virtues a key chapter in the now published book Leading your International school.
They examine Leadership as a service to …
Learning Above All Else.
In this episode Vikas and Chris talk about the theme learning above all else, a key
chapter from the forthcoming book Leading your International school. They will cover
the practical leadership tips …