Are You Planning Succession or Just Filling Gaps?

Too often, leadership transitions happen to schools – not with them.

Following our CEO, Tara Staritski’s recent article on using the “gift of time” in succession planning, we’ve been having honest conversations with school leaders across the country. The same insight continues when transitions are treated like emergencies, the ripple effects can last years.

But when leaders start earlier, build clarity around what’s next, and take the time to strengthen the team behind the role – it shows.
– Staff retention improves
– Culture stabilises
– Strategic momentum continues.

It’s not about having all the answers now – it’s about asking the right questions early.

Is your school due for a leadership change in the next 12–24 months? Now is the time to:
– Map the capabilities you’ll need
– Strengthen your internal bench
– Create a transition that supports your whole team.

At Aspire2, we help schools move from reactive backfilling to intentional leadership renewal. Let’s start the conversation before time runs out.