Creative Leadership: An Approach to Kindergarten Management

The kindergarten principal functions as both a leader and an educational supervisor within their institution. Their responsibilities are twofold: first, the organizational and administrative duties, which involve executing tasks in line with established systems and regulations, and second, the technical duties, which are educational and pedagogical in nature. This role requires a principal specialized in early childhood education who can understand the kindergarten’s objectives, grasp the characteristics and needs of the children, develop suitable activities and programs, manage teachers and enhance their performance. Effective educational administration is possible only if the principal successfully balances their administrative and technical roles. Like other educational institutions, managing a kindergarten requires mindful leadership to organize operations effectively and meet the specific needs and goals of this age group.

This workshop aims to provide kindergarten principals with key insights into the developmental characteristics and learning methods of kindergarten children, the structure and classroom application of the kindergarten curriculum, the essential components of the physical environment and the daily routine and activities. Additionally, the workshop will cover term and daily planning, assessment strategies and objectives, the principles of management for this educational stage, the specific characteristics and responsibilities required of a principal and the quality assurance systems deployed in kindergartens.