Gemma Drinkall, Author at Nexus Education

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Gemma Drinkall

Gemma Drinkall is a qualified Educational Wellbeing Coach and professional reflective Supervisor for school leaders. A former Head of Year and Co-Head of Department, she left teaching after burnout, and now helps school leaders build ways of working they can sustain. She offers one-to-one professional reflective supervision, the Sustainable Leaders Membership, and staff training and CPD for schools.

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Posts by Gemma Drinkall:

Habits Gemma Drinkall

Wed Sep 2026 by Gemma Drinkall

The Habits You Build in Your First Term Are the Ones You Keep

The habits new school leaders build in their first term - and why those habits are important.

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Mon Aug 2026 by Gemma Drinkall

Switching off isn’t a switch – here’s where to start

Switching off isn’t a switch – it’s a practice. The holidays are still here, there's still time to rest and relax.

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Thu Jun 2026 by Gemma Drinkall

Why School Leaders Should be Looking Forward to September

While everyone else winds down, leaders find themselves with one foot in this year and one foot in the next.

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Gemma Drinkall Balance

Thu Apr 2026 by Gemma Drinkall

Schools, Leaders and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Gemma Drinkall highlights the growing gap between expectations and what schools can realistically sustain.

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Gemma Drinkall Christmas

Wed Dec 2025 by Gemma Drinkall

How to manage your time effectively on the run up to Christmas

Teachers calendars are filled with festive events and the ever-growing pressure of home and school life. Gemma shares how to not feel overwhelmed leading up to Christmas.

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Gemma Drinkall Perfection

Wed Dec 2025 by Gemma Drinkall

Letting Go of Perfection in Teaching

When there is too much to do, can we let go of perfectionism, redefine success and allow ourselves more compassion?

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More than 100% Gemma Drinkall

Sat Apr 2025 by Gemma Drinkall

What percentage of yourself do you give to school?

Struggling with work-life balance in the education sector? Explore why giving 100% to teaching isn't always sustainable.

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Fri Feb 2025 by Gemma Drinkall

7 Types of Rest for the School Day

Discover different types of rest for teachers to recharge during the school day. Learn practical ways to reduce stress, boost energy, and improve well-being.

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Gemma Drinkall Parents

Thu Feb 2025 by Gemma Drinkall

Keeping your Sanity when Parents Drive you to Despair!

Learn effective Parental Engagement Strategies for Teachers to build strong parent-teacher relationships, set boundaries, handle challenges, and support student success and teacher wellbeing.

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Thu Jan 2025 by Gemma Drinkall

How do you know when you are doing too much?

Discover how to recognise the signs of burnout and overwork as a teacher. Learn practical tips for maintaining wellbeing, setting boundaries, and balancing your passion with self-care.

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Gemma Drinkall Art

Fri Dec 2024 by Gemma Drinkall

Teaching: Beauty and Depth

Day-to-day teaching can sometimes leave us feeling powerless but, we're encouraged to take a step back and admire the potential beauty.

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Wed Sep 2023 by Gemma Drinkall

Does teaching have to be this way?

You can't pour from an empty cup. At the beginning of the year, Gemma Drinkall encourages us to be professionally selfish.

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Thu Jun 2023 by Gemma Drinkall

The Teacher Retention Crisis: What Can Middle Leaders Do To Thrive in Teaching?

Most agree that teacher workload is an issue. Gemma Drinkall shares ways to set boundaries and prevent burnout.

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