FROM POLICY TO PRACTICE: TRANSLATING VISION INTO ACTION IN SCHOOLS

Abstract

Education policies are conceived as blueprints for transformation, aiming to foster inclusive, equitable, and quality learning environments. However, the gap between policy design and actual classroom practice remains a persistent challenge. This chapter explores the dynamics of policy implementation in contemporary educational settings, examining how macro-level visions are translated into micro-level practices within schools. Drawing from multidisciplinary perspectives—education theory, leadership studies, public policy, and organizational behaviour—it unpacks the complex ecosystem that influences implementation: the role of school leadership, teacher agency, institutional culture, resource allocation, and community engagement. The chapter concludes by advocating for more participatory, context-sensitive, and feedback-driven implementation frameworks that empower educators and stakeholders as co-constructors of change. By demystifying the process of implementation, this chapter offers practical insights for policymakers, school leaders, and practitioners committed to turning educational visions into transformative realities.