Developing High Performance Cultures in Schools

Name: Developing High Performance Cultures in Schools
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Build a High-Performance Culture in Schools. Improve Leadership, Team Alignment, Communication & Student Outcomes

Created byMike Lowery

Last updated 8/2025

English

What you'll learn

Define what constitutes a high performance culture in an educational context
Analyse your current culture using RAG HPS WireFrame self-audit
Identify key enablers and blockers of high performance
Co-create a vision for a high performance with your team members

Course content

1 section • 6 lectures • 32m total length

What does a high performance culture look like in education?6:38
This is the introductory lecture that focuses on giving the learner the foundations of where to begin when starting to explore a high performance cultures within education.
High Performance School Research Guide3:08
This wider reading resource showcases the key themes from research conducted in high performing cultures in education contexts.
Gaining an insight into where our culture is right now7:20
This lecture focuses on an activity that is designed to give a strong indication of where your team currently is - laser accuracy - in doing so will prompt brave and honest conversations about where your team wants to go.
High Performance Culture Snapshot Guide4:47
This lecture gives guidance on the culture snapshot guide and how to complete this tool in the best way.
What is driving us forward and what is holding us back6:35
High Performance Culture Control Circles Guide4:22

Requirements

A willingness to be reflective and collaborate with others to co-create a high performance culture

Description

High Performance Culture in Schools: Leadership, Team Alignment & Educational Excellence

Transform your school’s culture and leadership impact with this practical, results-driven course designed for educators, leaders and school leadership teams. Learn proven strategies to build a high-performance environment where staff are aligned, motivated, and working towards a shared vision that delivers outstanding outcomes for students.

You will:

Define what high performance means in education and sport.
Assess your current culture using the High Performance Culture Snapshot tool.
Identify the key enablers and blockers affecting team success.
Co-create a clear, inspiring vision with your team.
Improve communication, collaboration, and accountability.

With over 12 years of leadership experience in education and sport, your instructor bridges the gap between leadership theory and real-world application. You’ll gain actionable tools to improve team alignment, inspire peak performance, and align the teams you work to develop a long lasting high performance culture.

By the end of this course, you’ll have a the tools to strengthen your school’s culture, improve staff engagement, and create an environment where educators can co-create the vision for the team they want to be part of. Whether you’re seeking school improvement, teacher development, leadership skills, or educational excellence, this course gives you the strategies to achieve measurable results.

Who this course is for:

Senior and middle leaders in education