How can leaders turn their schools into outward looking centres of excellence? Answering that question, this book focuses upon the work of cutting edge leaders who are responding to the challenges of recent legislation and guidelines. It includes:thoughtful case studies examine school culture, restructuring and reorganizationmind maps and chapter summaries to help readers get on top of crucial issues and ideashelpful pointers on how to avoid pitfalls and maximise successes. For special school leaders and prospective leaders, those involved in making decisions about specialist provision and anyone delivering training and support to those professionals.