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The author reflects on their experience as a School Head at a small island school since 2018, highlighting the challenges and rewards of leading a multigrade setup with only three teachers. They emphasize the importance of teamwork, creativity, and building strong relationships to foster a supportive school culture. The journey has instilled in them resilience and a deep sense of pride in their service to the community.

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The author reflects on their experience as a School Head at a small island school since 2018, highlighting the challenges and rewards of leading a multigrade setup with only three teachers. They emphasize the importance of teamwork, creativity, and building strong relationships to foster a supportive school culture. The journey has instilled in them resilience and a deep sense of pride in their service to the community.

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My Journey as a School Head at an Island School: Leading

with Three Teachers and a Multigrade Setup

When I first took on the role of School Head way back year
2018 at the small island school, I knew it would be far from easy.
Nestled away from the hustle of the mainland, the school—served
by only three dedicated teachers—was not just a place of
learning, but a lifeline for the community.
Leading a Multigrade School taught me lessons no textbook
ever could. In one classroom, multiple grade levels sit together.
Teaching becomes both an art and a science—carefully balancing
curriculum, pacing, and the needs of every child. Resources are
scarce, but creativity runs deep. Every lesson plan must stretch
beyond limits, and every achievement feels ten times more
rewarding.
With only three teachers, teamwork isn’t just encouraged—
it’s essential. We wear many hats: educators, mentors, guidance
counselors, even maintenance workers when needed. There were
times we faced storms, literally and figuratively—but together, we
always found a way forward.
As School Head, I had to be more than an administrator. I
was a leader, yes—but also a motivator, a listener, and
sometimes, simply a friend. Building strong relationships with my
teachers and pupils was the key to sustaining morale and
fostering a family-like culture in school.
There were days when the isolation felt heavy—when a
single chalk delivery felt like a victory, or when internet
connectivity was more dream than reality. But there were also
days when I’d watch a child read their first sentence, or a teacher
try a new approach—and I’d be reminded exactly why I do what I
do.
Being a School Head at an island multigrade school may not
make the headlines, but it has taught me grit, resilience, and the
quiet power of service. It’s a journey that continues to shape me,
and one I carry with deep pride and gratitude.

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