We’ve released an early publication of a special feature from the next issue of Leadership Focus magazine. This piece examines some of the most pressing challenges facing school leaders today and how we can work collectively to address them.

From online abuse to artificial intelligence (AI), journalist Nic Paton explores how schools are navigating the promises – and perils – of a hyperconnected world in our feature, Schools in the digital crossfire.

The special feature covers three critical areas:

1) Under fire online: protecting school leaders

With online abuse from parents rising sharply, discover first-hand accounts from school leaders, hear from NAHT representatives and learn how we’re working hard to support members around safeguarding staff (and themselves) online, including advice from our experts.

2) Pupils and pixels: mobile phones, digital education and AI

Explore how schools are navigating the complex intersection of mobile phone use, digital learning and the rise of AI, balancing opportunity with safety and well-being for pupils.

3) Breached and exposed: cyber threats facing schools

Think it could never happen to you? See why strengthening digital resilience is now essential for every school’s strategy.

We believe this feature will resonate with your daily challenges and offer practical insights and support. We’d love to hear your thoughts: what issues have you faced in your school community, and what solutions have worked for you?

Share your experiences or questions with us – your voice helps shape the conversation.