With evolving daily pressures to contend with, it’s easy to overlook the long-term vision. But focusing on operational duties without linking to the future risks post-pandemic stagnation, writes David Ellison

Do you know what your school will look like next week? The answer is probably yes – you know what you need to do, which events are taking place, what issues need discussing and the concerns to be addressed.
What about the following week? Maybe, but perhaps it is a little less clear. How about next month? Now things are getting hazy. Next term? Next year?
Now more than ever before, it may seem futile to plan far ahead, but the truth is quite the opposite. Having a long-term strategy that sets out clear aims and objectives is vital for you to deliver on your leadership responsibilities, as ...
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