Effect of Transformational Leadership on School Climate at Elementary Level

Abstract

The ever-changing landscape of 21st-century characterised by numerous emerging global and digital trends, demands such school leaders who are adept in promoting conducive, adaptive and inclusive teaching-learning environment. From inspiring a shared vision to fostering teacher empowerment, student engagement, and emotional well-being, transformational leaders create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. The study explored the effect of transformational leadership on school climate at elementary level. The study implied descriptive quantitative survey design. The population comprised of all elementary school teachers of district Multan while sample size consisted of 246 teachers. A self-structured 32-item questionnaire was used. Researcher used descriptive and inferential statistical techniques for analysing the data by using SPSS. The results revealed that transformational leaders establish a positive and transformative educational experience that leaves a lasting impression on the lives of all those involved in the school community. It’s recommended that schools’ principals must enhance their transformational leadership skills.