Table of Contents

Foreword Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1: What is growth mindset? Chapter 2: Character Education Chapter 3: Why growth mindset? Chapter 4: The Biscuit Club Chapter 5: Launching growth mindset with staff Chapter 6: Leading with a growth mindset Chapter 7: A growth mindset curriculum Chapter 8: Attitude determines altitude Chapter 9: Language and interaction in a growth mindset school Chapter 10: Marking, assessment, and feedback with a growth mindset Chapter 11: Staff development in a growth mindset school Chapter 12: Growth mindset for students and families Chapter 13: Growth mindset misconceptions and missteps Chapter 14: Towards a growth mindset culture Index

About the Author

Chris Hildrew is Headteacher at Churchill Academy & Sixth Form, UK. He has launched and developed a growth mindset ethos as Deputy Headteacher at Chew Valley School and as Headteacher at Churchill Academy & Sixth Form. Chris also provides training to other schools wishing to embed a growth mindset ethos.

Reviews

"This is an exceptionally well researched and well written book on a very interesting and popular topic. Chris expertly marries the latest theoretical research with practical and applied suggestions. The book covers the nuances, subtleties and challenges one faces when helping students and staff develop their mindset. It is refreshing to read about what does and doesn’t work. Whereas too many other books make it sound too simple and easy, Chris makes you realise that developing a growth mindset is certainly challenging, but incredibly worthwhile and satisfying. It is nice to read the experiences of someone who has first-hand implemented so much of what he is discussing, as his advice and reflections are invaluable to anyone starting along a similar path. I will be recommending this book to all teachers we work with. I have no doubt that this book will quickly becoming essential reading for all teachers, senior leaders and head-teachers." - Bradley Busch, Director of InnerDrive, UK"This eminently practical book by experienced school leader Chris Hildrew is indispensable reading for anyone committed to adopting a whole-school Growth Mindset approach to teaching, learning and leadership. I loved the clarity of the style, the simplicity and power of the message, the myriad examples to support successful practical application of the well-explained concepts and strategies. I thought the chapter on Staff Development was especially stunning. And I loved the warmth, heart and sense of moral purpose which run through the book. Chris is an exceptional school leader and an excellent role model. We can learn much from his powerful example. I strongly recommend this book for teachers and school leaders everywhere." - Dr Jill Berry, Former headteacher, leadership consultant and education commentator