Includes bibliographical references (page 147) and index.
1. Getting one's head around headship -- 2. Creating a vision -- 3. Creating self-esteem -- 4. Marketing the school -- 5. The people to do the job -- 6. Promoting learning -- 7. Getting things organized -- 8. Paying for it all -- 9. Managing the school buildings -- 10. The school at the centre of the community -- 11. Dealing with the enemy.
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The success of urban schools is a critical factor in the future of society. A dramatic statement for sure, but justified by the fact that eighty-nine per cent of the UK population live in urban areas. Traditionally, 'inner-city' schools have presented some of the greatest challenges to educators. With the ever increasing numbers of pupils and changing demographics, many urban schools now face similar challenges too.Tough, uncompromising and inspiring, this book makes a significant contribution to the understanding of how urban and city schools need to operate and how they need.
Managing urban schools.
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Education, Urban-- Social aspects-- Great Britain.
School management and organization-- Great Britain.