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Vikas Pota speaks to the world’s leading lights in education and inspirational figures whose stories deserve to be told. Top school principals, CEOs, journalists, authors, academics and government ministers reveal the greatest lessons they’ve learned from their fascinating lives as Vikas asks the most important question when it comes to transforming education: how do we drive high performance?

  1. The high performance cheat code

    3 दिन पहले

    The high performance cheat code

    In Mexico, only one in ten children who start school will ever make it to university. At this school network, it is eight out of ten. So what are they doing differently? In this episode of the EdVance Podcast, Yael Karakowsky, CEO of SER Network of Schools in Mexico, shares the thinking behind those results, the three principles her schools refuse to compromise on, and the one leadership lesson that took her completely by surprise. She also tells a story from early in her career that stopped us in our tracks. One whispered sentence in a room full of men nearly ended everything before it began. What happened next changed the course of her leadership. This is an honest, grounded conversation about what it takes to build schools that genuinely change lives. If you work in education or care about it, this one is for you. Subscribe to the EdVance Podcast for conversations with education leaders from around the world.

    37 मिनट
  2. Disrupting the elite school standard

    26 फ़र॰

    Disrupting the elite school standard

    What does it really mean to build a high-performing school in a nation transforming at speed? In this episode of the #EdVance Podcast, Dr Steffen Sommer, Director General of Misk Schools in Saudi Arabia, explores how leadership evolution, cultural alignment and strategic precision shape exceptional institutions. Dr Steffen shares lessons from leading schools across Europe and the Middle East, explaining why modern leadership must move from control to inclusion, why schools cannot succeed without aligning to national vision, and why high performance begins with leaving nothing to chance. He also challenges the global overemphasis on exam results, argues that happiness and wellbeing are performance strategies, and explains why opportunity and innovation must be deliberately designed if students are to thrive in a world shaped by AI and rapid change. #EdVancePodcast #EdVance #T4Education #HighPerformance ›#EducationPodcast

    36 मिनट
  3. How to outperform the world’s elite schools

    12 फ़र॰

    How to outperform the world’s elite schools

    What does it take for schools to achieve elite outcomes while serving disadvantaged communities? In this episode of the #EdVance Podcast, Alex Crossman, Executive Head Teacher, London Academy of Excellence, discusses how belief, culture and clarity shape high performance. Alex shares lessons from leading one of England’s highest-performing schools, explaining why clarity of purpose matters, how leaders balance ambition with care, and what schools often misunderstand about pressure and excellence. He also reflects on what enables young people to thrive at the highest levels, why belief and agency matter as much as attainment, and how schools balance rigour with wellbeing, character and fairness.

    32 मिनट
  4. The culture behind outstanding schools

    29 जन॰

    The culture behind outstanding schools

    What does it take to build high-performance schools in one of the world’s most competitive education systems, and why does culture matter so much? In this episode of the EdVance Podcast, Simon O’Connor, Headmaster of Harrow International School Dubai, reflects on more than a decade of school leadership in the UAE and what sustains strong performance over time. Simon explains why school culture, defined through shared values and daily behaviours, underpins consistency, quality and trust. He shares how high expectations, staff wellbeing and leadership responsibility shape schools that remain strong even in transient, international communities. The conversation examines leadership in Dubai’s private school system, the role of inspection and accountability, and how schools can prepare students for an uncertain future without compromising their focus on fundamentals.

    29 मिनट
  5. Bridging the gap in learning outcomes

    15 जन॰

    Bridging the gap in learning outcomes

    What will it take to address Africa’s learning crisis, and why does progress depend on getting the basics right? In this episode of the EdVance Podcast, Rapelang Rabana, Co-CEO of Imagine Worldwide, reflects on what teachers and systems across Africa are facing, and why foundational literacy and numeracy remain essential for sustained progress. She explains the difference between schooling and learning, and why millions of children attend school without achieving basic mastery. Rapelang also shares how carefully designed technology can support personalised feedback at scale, even in settings without electricity, internet access or trained teachers. The conversation reinforces a clear message. Strong learning foundations must come before advanced tools, including artificial intelligence and robotics.

    34 मिनट
  6. Designing reforms that improve learning

    10/12/2025

    Designing reforms that improve learning

    What does it take to design education reforms that actually work, especially at the scale of millions? And how do leaders stay focused when the system is crowded with competing priorities and complexity? In this episode of the EdVance podcast, Kruti Bharucha, Founder and CEO of Peepul, shares why every effective intervention begins with clarity. She reflects on the simple discipline of knowing what you want to change, why it matters, and how to keep decisions anchored in the classroom. From improving student engagement to working closely with government, Kruti shares what she has learnt about strengthening public education systems, supporting teachers, and building trust at scale. She also speaks about the challenges, the lessons, and the mindset needed to move a system forward. This is an honest conversation for people who care about public education and understand that real change requires focus, patience, and clarity of purpose.

    32 मिनट
  7. Leadership lessons from Ukraine's classrooms

    27/11/2025

    Leadership lessons from Ukraine's classrooms

    What does it take to keep education going when a country faces conflict? How do school leaders stay steady, support their teams and protect learning when nothing feels certain?In this episode, Zoya Lytvyn, Founder of Osvitoria and a leading education voice in Ukraine, shares her journey and the work that has helped millions of children and teachers continue learning during the war. Zoya speaks about leadership in crisis, the courage shown by teachers across Ukraine, and the focus that has kept schools operating. She reflects on the mindset needed to lead through fear and uncertainty, the value of community, and the need to protect your own energy so you can support others. This conversation also looks at the future of education in Ukraine, the reforms already underway, and the lessons school leaders around the world can draw from Ukraine’s resilience.

    31 मिनट
  8. What high performing systems get right

    29/10/2025

    What high performing systems get right

    What helps some education systems improve while others fall behind? In this new EdVance episode, Professor Fernando M. Reimers from the Harvard Graduate School of Education explains how high performing systems plan for the future through futures thinking, balance global citizenship with national identity, and use AI to support teachers and reduce workload. He shares how collaboration between governments, schools, and communities builds trust and drives steady improvement. From empowering teachers to creating flexible curricula, Prof. Fernando sets out what makes lasting progress possible. Key takeaways from this episode: Futures thinking for system leadershipBalancing national identity with global citizenshipAI that supports teachersCollaboration across education systems If you want to learn what strong systems do well, this episode is for you.

    43 मिनट
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Vikas Pota speaks to the world’s leading lights in education and inspirational figures whose stories deserve to be told. Top school principals, CEOs, journalists, authors, academics and government ministers reveal the greatest lessons they’ve learned from their fascinating lives as Vikas asks the most important question when it comes to transforming education: how do we drive high performance?

जानकारी

  • निर्माता
    Vikas Pota
  • सक्रिय वर्ष
    2025 - 2026
  • एपिसोड
    26
  • रेटिंग
    श्लील
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    © Copyright 2026 Vikas Pota
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    EdVance