Governance, leadership, and policy in schools: insights into finnish education from a norwegian perspective

Abstract

This study explores the management, leadership, and policy frameworks in Finnish schools, analyzed from a Norwegian perspective. It highlights the distribution of responsibilities among school staff, the interaction between administrative and pedagogical leadership, and the influence of national educational policies on everyday school practices. The research emphasizes transparency, teacher autonomy, and participatory decision-making as key components of the Finnish educational system. Norwegian observations provide insights into how these practices foster student engagement, accountability, and holistic development, offering valuable lessons for improving school governance and leadership in other educational contexts.