Improving Disadvantaged Outcomes from Chiltern Learning Trust | 7. Black Shoe Pedagogy with Daniel Connor and Mark Mailer

Welcome to the Improving Disadvantaged Outcomes podcast from Chiltern Learning Trust, in association with DfE RISE.

In this episode of the Chiltern Learning Trust podcast, host Adam Kohlbeck speaks to Daniel Connor and Mark Mailer about Black Shoe Pedagogy.

We delve into real-world examples from Challney High School for Boys, where a focus on consistent reinforcement of core values, symbolised by the Black Shoe metaphor, transformed behaviour and teaching culture.

Discover how defining a handful of high-impact practices, co-constructing shared goals and investing in team belief can create a culture of excellence that endures beyond individual leaders.

Mark and Daniel share practical strategies for embedding these principles into daily routines, from staff recruitment and development to student engagement and curriculum renewal.

This podcast was produced by EduPulse™ in association with Chiltern Learning Trust.

Original music by Caffeinated Studios©.