Leading Disadvantaged Learners: From Feeling a Failure to Achieving Success

Schools in adverse conditions that achieve outstanding learning outcomes do so by creating an environment of excitement and enthusiasm for learning,with leadership at all levels empowering people to lead and manage in ways that work for their learners. Case studies showcase children and young people who have overcome huge disadvantages to achieve their potential, highlighting the effective work and strategies of leaders, teachers, and staff. The book provides key principles and strategies for leaders and others to apply in their schools to raise the achievement of children from disadvantaged contexts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 04 November 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Where schools are operating in challenging environments and achieving exceptional learning outcomes, what are the key factors that contribute to their success? Are there common elements that can be applied universally, or at least in the majority of situations?

Drawing on a diverse range of research, including in-depth interviews with children, parents, teachers, and school leaders in rural and urban contexts across England, Greece, India, Malaysia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, and the USA, the authorship team delves into these critical questions.

What sets these schools apart is the palpable excitement and enthusiasm for learning that permeates every aspect of their operations. This passion often originates from the school leaders, who serve as powerful role models and inspire others to embrace a commitment to learning. However, leadership is not limited to the top tier; it is evident at all levels of these schools, with individuals feeling empowered to lead and manage in ways that align with the unique needs of their learners.

The book is rich with case studies, highlighting the remarkable achievements of children and young people who have overcome significant obstacles and disadvantages in their lives and circumstances. These individuals are not superheroes; rather, they are ordinary children with remarkable abilities and talents who have succeeded through the effective work and strategies of school leaders, teachers, and staff. While some of the barriers that hinder disadvantaged children's educational success may require systemic changes within education systems, there are clear, actionable strategies that can be implemented in any school to enhance the achievement of these children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

In the first chapter, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the causes and consequences of various forms of disadvantage. They examine the social, economic, and cultural factors that contribute to educational disparities and explore the impact these factors have on children's learning outcomes. By understanding the root.

Weight: 344g
Dimension: 170 x 241 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350128286