Coaching in Education Podcast Series

Join Dan Steele and Richard Reid in this latest CoachED Conversation episode where they wrestle with how to respond to the challenge of when a coachee gets completely stuck! We all know we need to avoid what Michael Bungay Stanier calls the 'Advice Monster' but how do we do that in the moment, when we are face to face with our coachee. And if we do have to consider sharing our own perspective(s) h...

In this latest episode our hosts Richard Reid and Dan Steele dive into how questions can impact motivation in our coaching conversations. Specifically, when coaches help teachers see the connection between their actions and student outcomes, it not only clarifies the purpose of their efforts but also enhances their commitment to achieving those goals. By asking the right questions, coaches can hel...

Welcome to the latest episode of the CoachED Conversations podcast series. In this episode, hosts Richard Reid and Dan Steele delve deep into the art of building coaching cultures in educational settings. As the academic year begins in many countries, this timely discussion sheds light on the significance of fostering an environment where coaching thrives. Join Richard and Dan as they explore esse...

In this episode of the Coaching in Education Podcast, we continue our Stories from the Coaches series with a conversation about new beginnings. Following our recent reflective episode with Penny Verdich as she approaches retirement, this episode turns toward the future, introducing two of Growth Coaching International's newest Senior Consultants: Dean Clayden in Shanghai and Sarah Cole in Singapor...

We're excited to introduce CoachED Conversations , a brand-new podcast series designed to bring timely, practical insights straight to our coaching community. Hosted by Richard Reid and Dan Steele, each monthly episode will explore a focused topic, giving you insights and ideas, along with some strategies and next steps to support your coaching practice straight away. This inaugural episode kicks...

In this heartfelt Stories from the Coaches episode of the Coaching in Education podcast, Richard Reid speaks with Penny Verdich — a highly respected educator, principal, coach, and Senior Consultant with Growth Coaching International. With more than four decades of leadership experience in NSW schools, Penny shares the key moments that shaped her coaching journey, her passion for professional lear...

In this episode of the Coaching in Education Podcast , host Richard Reid is joined by Brett Horton (Head of School Performance), Trudi Lucas (Head of Future Education Initiatives) from Brisbane Catholic Education and Dr. Jim Knight from the Instructional Coaching Group. Together, they explore BCE's bold vision for system-wide improvement, the power of partnership and how instructional coaching is...

What happens when a school makes coaching central to its leadership culture? In this episode, Richard Reid speaks with Dr Adrian Camm, Principal of Westbourne Grammar in Melbourne, about the school's journey in embedding coaching across staff and leadership. Adrian shares the wins, the challenges and the profound impact coaching has had on communication, collaboration and student wellbeing. If you...

In this episode Richard Reid is joined by Simon Matthews, Deputy Executive Director of Independent Schools Tasmania and host of the Learning Landscape podcast. They explore how instructional coaching is being embedded across a wide variety of independent schools—from rural campuses to city-based boarding schools. Simon shares how coaching is impacting teacher practice, professional learning and sc...

"Sustainability isn't just about the environment — it's also about people, programs, and practice. And when it comes to Instructional Coaching Done Well, sustainability can often be the difference between a coaching culture that thrives… and one that quietly fades away." This is the final episode of our special Instructional Coaching Done Well mini-series, where we're diving deep into what makes I...

In this episode we are shifting our focus to Coaches as Leaders because Instructional Coaching Done Well isn't just about supporting others, it's also about how we lead ourselves and those around us. To help us unpack this, I'm delighted to be joined once again by Dr Jim Knight, Chris Munro and we extend a warm welcome to GCI Director Dan Steele. In this episode we will be diving into how we navig...

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 discus...

In this first of a series of episodes in our mini-series Instructional Coaching Done Well Roadshow we are going to kick off with the question – Instructional Coaching Done Well – What does that look like? Knowing that every school is different, how do you create a sustainable, impactful instructional coaching program that really works in both the short and the long term? To make a start at answeri...

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 journ...

Join us in this special episode as we dive into the transformative power of listening with the authors of the brand new book - Radical Listening . In this episode of Coaching in Education , I will be in conversation with Christian Van Nieuwerburgh and Robert Biswas-Diener exploring how deep, intentional listening can reshape school culture, strengthen leadership, and elevate coaching conversations...

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...

To mark this year's International Women's Day we have recorded a powerful conversation on sustainable leadership and wellbeing with special guest Nicole O'Brien, a visionary Principal and advocate for strengths-based leadership. As a Gratitude Warrior Nicole shares how she's using coaching as a core approach to support leaders and teachers in her school. Listen in for practical insights on using s...

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?...

In this episode we're exploring an inspiring leadership journey in education with special guests, Louise Rose and Di Henning. Louise, an award-winning educator and current principal at Brooks High School in Tasmania, shares her transformative journey from a highly successful early teaching career focused on personal achievement, to a deep commitment to leadership grounded in coaching, emotional in...

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 t...

In this week's episode of Coaching in Education , we dive into the topic of "Coaching through Transitions" with Rachel Thornton, Deputy Head of Whangarei Boys High School in New Zealand. Rachel shares the innovative approach her school has taken to train senior boys in coaching skills, enabling them to coach and support primary school students who are feeling anxious about the transition to second...

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 definit...

Throughout many of our episodes one of the most common themes where coaching has had a significant impact is 'change'. Planning for it and responding to it. For many of us, change is not something we welcome with open arms. A few episodes ago we heard how Jo Cammozzato was preparing her team for change as she got ready to open a brand new school, in another recent episode we heard how Justine Smyt...

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...

"Coming together is the beginning, keeping together is progress and working together is success." Henry Ford. The Curtin Education Community (CEC) network in the South Metropolitan region of Perth is a conglomerate of twelve government primary schools, two secondary schools, and one senior campus. The CEC's Strategic Plan 2023- 2025 includes two targets, one of them being to "support a focus on im...