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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Pre-orders for Succeeding as a Deputy Head have pushed it to the #1 spot and reviews from @scottinghatt.bsky.social, @shaneleaning.com & @hugheshaili.bsky.social have filled @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social and I with nothing but pride. You can get your copy here: amzn.eu/d/76iYHbG

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Climbing the charts! Have you pre-ordered your copy of this “seminal contribution to educational leadership literature”? amzn.eu/d/aUlKItF

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

PRE-ORDER NOW Succeeding as a Deputy Head by me and @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social is being published by @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social in Jan 26. Contributors include @samgibbs.bsky.social @andrewpercivaled.bsky.social @joshpd.bsky.social and foreword by @samtwiselton.bsky.social amzn.eu/d/8ir1F7P

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EduPulse @edupulseco.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

🎙️NEW EPISODE🎙️ From the Think Space In this new series, we meet the inspiring people driving change in education. From EduPulse, our first guest - @hugheshaili.bsky.social - discusses recruitment and retention and what we can do in the future. open.spotify.com/episode/242X...

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

I’m deeply honoured to be given the opportunity to continue the legacy of our success and I’m so excited to work alongside her and our amazing school team to keep reaching for the stars. Thank you for your trust. We’ve got this. I’m a Headteacher. The work begins!

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

I’m ridiculously proud to share that I’m starting a new position as Headteacher at @kimichischool.bsky.social! The journey I have been on, under the expert guidance of Executive Head Sally Alexander has been an honour and the adventure of a lifetime.

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Coaching tip: don't assume they'll just do it Good intentions fade... After rehearsal, help coachees make an *execution plan*: a highly specific plan to implement the step! Behaviour change is devilishly difficult - make a plan to make it happen! ➡️https://bit.ly/4enfdGp

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

Don’t assume your coachee sees what you see. Before modelling a teaching practice: 👁️Share specific success criteria 🖇️Ask them to link those criteria to learning Take less than 5 mins to learn about both coaching techniques: ➡️https://bit.ly/43x8MeH

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

When we understand why teachers act as they do, we can truly support professional growth. - Check out Sarah and Adam’s work on Sarah’s substack: lnkd.in/eKsU4h5X - Subscribe to our Coaching Unpacked podcast series from EduPulse: lnkd.in/ePTCubnn

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

- Surfacing mental models through structured reflection - Using mental simulation to stretch thinking - Varying practice to build situational sensitivity We also emphasise the importance of vulnerability and agency in coaching conversations.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

By surfacing and developing teachers’ mental models - the cognitive frameworks that drive decision-making - we can help them move from knowing, to deciding, to doing.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Instructional coaching is powerful, but its true potential lies beyond technique. In our latest article, we argue that coaching should aim to develop adaptive expertise in teachers: the ability to notice, interpret, and act appropriately in ever-changing classroom contexts.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Genuinely thrilled to have co-written an article for Issue 24 of Impact from @collegeofteaching.bsky.social alongside @scottinghatt.bsky.social and @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social COACHING THAT DEVELOPS MENTAL MODELS FOR ADAPTIVE PRACTICE

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Sarah over the past year and I’m in awe of her ability to distill complex and foundational thinking into something digestible yet impactful. This feels like the beginning of a unified theory with profound consequences for us all.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Here we go! Have enjoyed the first bit of the NPQH from Best Practice Network - keep on learning! #CPD #NPQH

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

May we continue to make music that builds bridges, uplifts souls and honours the legacy of those, like Saint Thyagaraja, who remind us that music is not just art — it is devotion. Without devotion, is there any real knowledge of music? धन्यवा

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

None more so than founder and headteacher, Sally Alexander Mbe, of my beloved @kimichischool.bsky.social in Acocks Green for taking a chance on me when others turned their backs.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

It is important to take this opportunity thank the countless creative individuals and collaborators who have helped shape my journey and my eventual offerings to the world that are being humbly honoured today.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

On that day, I was reminded that while our roots may differ, our aspirations through music and the arts are shared; a sentiment that surely cannot ignored on such a wonderful occasion here in our great city.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

My journey as a music educator, author and composer has been driven by a simple belief: that music and the arts, indeed knowledge overall, belongs to all of us equity, with equity of access, and that through it, we can find a common humanity in an increasingly divided world.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

It's an honour to have been recognised in this way and to spend the time enjoying some excellent Carnatic and Hindustani singing, dancing and instrumental performances with my family by my side.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

With huge thanks to Chithra Ramakrishnan, the British Carnatic Choir, ShruthiUK5 and the Birmingham Thyagaraja Festival. It was also a pleasure to see @MRSDPWAR, Paul Sabapathy and the new High Sheriff Mark Smith.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Last weekend, I was honoured to have been one of the recipients of the BCC Awards for Arts and Culture 2025 in recognition of my contribution through my work as an educator and author.

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Modelling* is an important mechanism of effective professional development In our pursuit of *techniques* coaches can use to coach better... This week's Coaching Cut is about making your modelling *clean but close*! Here's your 2 min clip - ▶️https://bit.ly/3RO8tH6

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Shane Leaning @shaneleaning.com · 03/05/2025

Did your leadership qualification prepare you for the REAL challenges of school leadership? Shockingly, most leaders say NO. Join my free webinar: "THE QUALIFICATION TRAP: Why Your Leadership Training Is Failing You" Register here:

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

*Coaching techniques* coaches can use flexibly to drive teacher learning... We share these in our upcoming book "Coaching for Adaptive Expertise" @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social @hugheshaili.bsky.social In this week's Coaching Cut: 3 coaching techniques to kick-start the conversation: bit.ly/3Yf6BdZ

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Coaching Cut #12 Zoom in, spotlight specifics and link to learning

Coaching cuts: bite-sized tips for better coaching

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

🥂Celebrating 1000 subscribers on the Cognitive Coaching Substack🥳 THANK YOU to subscribers for your support and feedback. It's incredible to hear it's being used in schools to develop teachers! ➡️ Latest post has just (2s ago) landed: bit.ly/4cx4yrr

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

📕 The fantastic @hugheshaili.bsky.social @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social & I are writing a book: Coaching for Adaptive Expertise. Contact me if you'd like pre-publication snippets to read + review. HUGE thanks to thought partners @olicav.bsky.social @chrispassey.bsky.social @neilgilbride.bsky.social

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Shane Leaning @shaneleaning.com · 10/04/2025

Incredibly proud to see our book "Change Starts Here" on Routledge's website! A year and a half of collaboration with @efraimlerner.bsky.social has culminated in something special. Grateful to everyone who made this possible. Check it out: buff.ly/rWmmg5k

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Proud to be working with @shaneleaning.com and @edupulseco.bsky.social to help bring the FREE, global leadership community, educationleaders.community, to as many people as possible. Come and join the conversation!

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Shane Leaning @shaneleaning.com · 07/04/2025

Great question, @chrispassey.bsky.social. Can't wait to hear people's thoughts in the community. ⭐ If you are not a member yet, join for free at educationleaders.community) ⭐

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

I’m sorry but this is horrific. ~2100 being hit, ~5900 verbally abused not to mention the ~1900 fearing for their safety. This is crazy and completely unsustainable. What part does this play in our retention crisis? @samgibbs.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social @hugheshaili.bsky.social

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scottinghatt.bsky.social @scottinghatt.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

*Rehearsal* is a mechanism that can support teachers to improve their teaching. But - We must *prepare* for rehearsal for it to work well. What does this mean? 👉Check out Coaching Cut #10 to find out! open.substack.com/pub/cognitiv... @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social brilliant coaching strikes again!

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Coaching Cut #10 Prepare to rehearse

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Still gathering my thoughts about #TDaPEManchester But, for now, here’s a couple of shots @scottinghatt.bsky.social took during mine and @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social’s talk on vulnerable leadership Huge thanks to @kieran-m-ed.bsky.social for the opportunity

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Branded hoodies or it didn’t happen ;)

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EduPulse @edupulseco.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Chris & Adam will be at #TDaPEManchester this Saturday with a practical workshop session on vulnerability. They'll be premiering a tool they are developing to harness this most illusive of qualities for great leadership.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

Who is coming to #TDaPEManchester? Just putting the finishing edits to mine and @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social’s presentation on harnessing vulnerability for professional development Tickets are on sale for one more week with proceeds going to charity 🎟️ www.eventbrite.com/e/the-thinki...

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Sarah is one of the best minds … and people … out there Proud to call her a friend.

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Leadership is so often about what you give up in order to help, maybe we need to physically change to ensure we're focussing on what we can give out instead?

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Chris Passey @chrispassey.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

I've just joined the official Education Leaders community. It's a space for leaders like us to share, learn and grow together. Better yet, it's free and you can join here: member.educationscape.com/plans/1512151 See you there!

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Shane Leaning @shaneleaning.com · 10/03/2025

Launching today: Education Leaders Community! Join our algorithm-free space for school leaders worldwide. First 50 members enter to win free coaching (worth £720) to celebrate my 100th podcast episode! Your Voice. Your People. Your Impact. Join for free: buff.ly/4x5nok1

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