Welcome to the Coaching in Education Podcast from Growth Coaching International - where theory and good intentions meet reality! Educators from a range of educational settings worldwide share their coaching journeys and consequently, these stories offer lots of insights about implementing coaching in educational settings. Our 2021 host, Richard Reid, lives and works in County Down, Northern Ireland and brings the warm and humble perspective of teacher, Principal, coach and mentor to his role…
In the ever-evolving landscape of coaching in education, the integration of video technology has emerged as a game-changer. But why does it matter? In this latest CoachED Conversation, hosts Dan Steele and Richard Reid explore the transformative power of video, particularly in coaching contexts and how it can enhance self-reflection, improve teaching and ultimately boost student outcomes in the…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…