This month, Columba 1400 reached an important milestone: we have now welcomed 2,000 Head Teachers and Deputy Head Teachers from across Scotland to our Head Teachers' Leadership Academy (HTLA). This represents 2,000 leaders who have chosen to step away from the demands of everyday life and invest time in reflection, learning and personal growth. It represents [...]
As we reached 25 years since the doors of our purpose-built Community and International Leadership Centre were opened by our Patron, HRH The Princess Royal, we wanted to celebrate and mark all that has been achieved so far. This milestone gave us the chance to stop, listen and reflect on what these 25 years have taught [...]
By Marie Clare Tully, Chief Executive, Columba 1400 A recent Government Report tells a stark story: more than one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment or training (NEET). Behind that figure are young people facing tough realities. Many feel unseen, unheard, and uncertain about their future. There is growing talk of [...]
In today’s climate of uncertainty and rising expectations, leadership is being tested like never before. In this recent The Scotsman article, Columba 1400’s founder Norman Drummond reflects on more than three decades of working with leaders across communities, public services and organisations – and shares what truly anchors effective leadership in challenging times.Norman reminds us that [...]
We are thrilled to announce that Columba 1400 has received new funding from the Scottish Government and match funding from The Hunter Foundation to deliver 20 additional Head Teachers’ Leadership Academies (HTLAs) across Scotland. This support means that 280 more Head Teachers and Deputy Head Teachers from Additional Support Needs, Virtual Heads, Early Years, Primary and [...]
By Marie Clare Tully, CEO Columba 1400 I love seeing the power and potential of Scotland’s young people. I was at The Hunter Foundation’s Founder’s Conference – Scaling Up Scotland 2025 earlier this month, where the winner of their ‘If I Ruled Scotland’ competition was announced. The winner is Parvathy Othagatt, an S1 pupil from Hyndland Secondary School [...]
As Co-Chairs of Columba 1400, Trustees Week invites us to pause, reflect and celebrate what it means to serve. For both of us, it has been an honour to help guide this remarkable charity through a period of growth and renewal – particularly in our 25th anniversary year. When we stepped into the role of Co-Chairs, [...]
Win a Young People’s Leadership Academy for Your School We are delighted to share a fantastic opportunity for schools across Scotland. The Hunter Foundation has launched a national competition inviting Scottish school pupils – both primary and secondary – to share their boldest ideas for Scotland’s future through their ‘If I Ruled Scotland’ competition. The challenge? [...]
Earlier this year, we were delighted to welcome a group of student leaders from Texas Christian University (TCU) who travelled over 4,000 miles to the Isle of Skye to take part our Values-Based Leadership Academy. They were inspiring to be alongside as we witnessed their growth, determination, and teamwork throughout the experience. In a recent blog [...]
We are proud to see Columba 1400 recognised throughout a new independent report, commissioned by The Scottish Government, evaluating the impact of the Clackmannanshire Family Wellbeing Partnership (FWP).The report concludes that the wellbeing of individuals and families in Clackmannanshire has improved as a result of the work underway across the Council and with partners. The impacts include [...]
