Different leadership theories were reviewed, and the focus was on the practical application and its significance in the educational field. The most effective leadership theories is identified after examined the different leadership styles and its impact on the school administration and educational outcome. Leaders are important in creating vision, change and progress within an organisation, especially in education where this will affect the teacher morale, student engagement and the institutional culture, this paper explores transformational, transactional and situational leadership theories and evaluate the relevance and effectiveness of managing the challenges in the educational institution such as policy changes, technological advancements and diverse student needs. By integrating these leadership theories, this review aim to provide effective leadership qualities to enhance the educational leaders to better manage change, innovation and better educational outcomes.
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