Step into [ed]Leadership with Ramya Deepak Kumar
Experimenting with Success
In this inspiring episode, Ramya Deepak Kumar shares her journey from research science to the classroom, bringing her thirst for learning and passion for education into every role. She reflects on the steep learning curve of teaching all subjects in a primary school class, the value of high expectations, and how visible learning empowers students to take ownership of their growth. Ramya demonstrates the importance of making learning engaging and accessible for every child through a range of strategies we discuss in our conversation.
Ramya discusses the impact of modelling curiosity, vulnerability, and self-regulation, both for students and colleagues. She emphasises how reflection and metacognitive questioning help students, parents, and teachers build capacity together, extending growth into the home-school partnership. Her leadership journey is rooted in thinking beyond her own classroom, to a wider circle of influence, showing how empowering those around us can lead to greater collective success.
Throughout our conversation, Ramya shares valuable practical advice for aspiring leaders: seek out professional learning, be proactive in doubling your learning each year, and never be afraid to experiment with what works for your students. Her message is clear - growth, legacy, and lifelong learning should remain at the centre of our purpose, and equity must underpin our vision for the future of education.