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Impact Assessment of the School Leadership Development Programme in Andhra Pradesh: A Comprehensive Study
Abstract
Effective school leadership is a cornerstone of educational transformation, shifting the traditional administrative role of school heads to one of instructional and transformational leadership. This study assesses the implementation and impact of the School Leadership Development Programme (SLDP) in the YSR Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh (2022–2025). Utilizing a descriptive survey research design, data was collected from 138 head teachers and principals across primary, upper primary, and high schools using a structured, bilingual questionnaire. The study evaluates the programme's effect on leadership competencies, school learning culture, instructional supervision, and community engagement. Findings indicate that 72% of respondents now prioritize setting a strategic vision, while 74.4% emphasize fostering a joyful, student-centric learning environment. Chi-square analysis revealed that while most leadership perceptions remain uniform across age and gender, significant variations exist based on professional designation and school management type. The study concludes that the SLDP has successfully cultivated reflective, collaborative, and equity-focused leaders, though challenges such as time constraints and a lack of post-training mentoring persist. Recommendations for policy alignment, continuous professional development (CPD), and technological integration are proposed to sustain leadership transformation.
Keywords
Continuous Professional Development (CPD), Educational Administration, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, School Leadership, SLDP, Transformational Leadership.
Citations
IRE Journals:
Dr. Y. Giribabu Yadav "Impact Assessment of the School Leadership Development Programme in Andhra Pradesh: A Comprehensive Study" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 11 2026 Page 3630-3633 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I11-1718074
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Dr. Y. Giribabu Yadav
"Impact Assessment of the School Leadership Development Programme in Andhra Pradesh: A Comprehensive Study" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(11) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I11-1718074
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