Recognised for her impact on school leadership and coaching, Janine Stratford continues to shape the future of education across Australia.
Janine’s WHY – Leadership Isn’t Just a Role, It’s a Skill
Janine’s WHY is to help educators become great leaders. Leadership is a learnt skill. She wants to set educators up for success rather than pick them up when they fall.
We cannot assume a good teacher will also be a good leader. But a good teacher will be a great leader if they are given the opportunity to learn how to lead well.
We are navigating unprecedented challenges – increasing workloads, rapid policy changes, staff burnout, and the growing complexity of student needs. In this high-pressure environment, reactive leadership is no longer enough. Leaders must think strategically, plan ahead, and make intentional decisions that create lasting impact.
At the same time, career progression in education is more competitive than ever. Leaders who want to advance must not only be effective managers but also demonstrate strategic thinking and leadership vision – skills that are often overlooked in traditional leadership development.
This Is a Critical Moment for Educational Leadership
Increasing complexity in school leadership
Career progression is more competitive
Strategic leadership is no longer optional
Leaders must build a personal leadership brand
To thrive in education today, leaders must strengthen their influence, lead intentional conversations, and innovate through change. Janine equips school leaders to do exactly that-with energy, strategy, and heart.
Why Book Janine for Your Next Event?
Engaging delivery with real-world insights
Deep understanding of school leadership challenges
Evidence-based strategies and practical takeaways
Personalised sessions for your school or event
Coaching embedded into every interaction
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What Educators Are Saying
“Janine is an engaging and knowledgeable presenter who skilfully leads participants to an understanding of the positive power of coaching as a professional learning and personal development tool for educators in schools.”
“Our two-day workshop was exceptional. I not only learned lots of useful questioning techniques but had a great opportunity to practice my new coaching skills.”
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