Like its predecessor on secondary middle management, this book uses a succinct and accessible style. The authors: * highlight the special challenge of middle management * cover the full range of middle management activities in primary schools * link to the Teacher Training Agency’s National Standards for Subject Leadership * use self-assessment questions and case studies to bring management theory to life A chapter is devoted to the performance management framework that was introduced in September 2000. Throughout, the focus is on improving the quality of education for pupils through the creation of a positive team ethos.