This special bonus episode celebrates the journey and achievements of Reema Reid, Headteacher of a primary school in South London.
Reema Reid proves that there is power in knowing, understanding and experiencing every aspect of school life. In this conversation, Reema reflects on the various steps along her headship journey and the importance of developing relationships with all.
Recently Reema achieved the Gold Award for Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School in the Pearson National Teaching Awards. It is obvious her achievement is not only well-deserved but Reema could have received this award many years ago.
Reema Reid’s journey is one of self-awareness, determination and personal development. She is no stranger to learning; believing that it should never stop.
Leadership for me is about inspiration. It is about encouragement. It’s about enabling. It’s also about being humble…Leadership is not about being in charge, it’s about taking care of those in your charge.
Reema Reid
Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School
Reema Reid is Headteacher of Hollydale Primary School in London.
With 12 years experience as a Headteacher, Reema Reid has been a champion for her school community. She encourages staff and pupils to do well in everything they do through her supportive leadership style.
Reema’s educational journey has had its challenges. It is not a traditional one but one of resilience and growth. From a lunchtime supervisor to Headteacher, her self-belief has been an inspiration to many other educators who have crossed her path.
Inclusion, community and diversity are true drivers within her work.
In addition to her other supportive roles, Reema is part of Southwark’s Teaching School Alliance. Her focus is on empowering global majority educators, through coaching and mentoring to take up leadership roles.
Highlights:
- 23:18 Leadership and values
- 34:15 Lifelong learning
- 42:23 Vulnerability
Resources
Book: Who Moved My Cheese by Dr Spencer Johnson
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