Upwards Convergence Journal
Posted on: 2nd November 2026
Categories: Challenge Partners, Collaborative Learning Communities, School improvement, Teaching Schools
192. An Exceptional School Part 3 of 5
In this third article in our series examining Rushey Mead Academy’s achievement of an ‘exceptional’ judgement in its recent Ofsted inspection, Headteacher Vicky Barwell continues to reflect on the principles and practices that have contributed to the school’s success. In the previous article, Vicky explored the importance of school culture, leadership and a relentless commitment […]
Read MorePosted on: 12th October 2026
Categories: Challenge Partners, Collaborative Learning Communities, School improvement, Teaching Schools
191. An exceptional school – Part 2 of 5
In this second article in the series, we draw on the experience of Vicky Barwell, Headteacher of Rushey Mead Academy, in leading an exceptional school over many years. In answering two key questions, Vicky identifies the ingredients that have contributed to the school’s success, placing particular emphasis on the school’s culture. She also reflects on […]
Read MorePosted on: 25th June 2026
Categories: Collaborative Learning Communities, Leadership, Teaching Schools
189. Ten Years of Learning, Leading, and Trusting – Part 2 of 4
Growing Together: Our First Decade (2012–2022) In this second article in the series Jame Brown, Managing Director of Inspiring Leaders, continues his description of their evolution. James writes, when Inspiring Leaders was formed in 2012, it emerged in direct response to a growing belief in a new kind of system leadership, one that David Hargreaves […]
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Welcome to the website for Professor Sir George Berwick
This site provides access to a set of resources which illustrates the effective knowledge management approach to school improvement. It stems from the work of George Berwick and his colleagues. The theoretical approach is described and the action is illustrated. Amongst the collaborations described are those with, Challenge Partners, Diverse Academies, Olevi, Successful Schools Sweden and the Western Quebec School Board. Thank you for taking the time to visit.
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