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In this blog, Gemma Drinkall explores how Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs can be applied to the realities of school life, highlighting the growing gap between expectations and what schools can realistically sustain.
She reflects on the pressures facing education – from funding constraints to increasing scrutiny – and how these challenges impact the ability of schools and staff to meet even their most basic needs.
Through practical examples, Gemma illustrates how unmet physiological, safety, and belonging needs can limit not only staff wellbeing but a school’s overall effectiveness.
Rather than offering criticism, she invites school leaders and educators to adopt a more compassionate perspective. By recognising the complexity of their circumstances and valuing what is already being achieved, schools can begin to rebuild esteem and move towards their potential.
Her message is clear: compassion isn’t optional – it’s essential for sustainable success.
Read the blog here: Schools, School Leaders and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs — Gemma Drinkall – HeadSphere

The author
Gemma Drinkall is an Educational Wellbeing Coach dedicated to helping middle leaders in education to create clear boundaries so that they can thrive in teaching.
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