The article presents the opinions of preschool educational institution principals on the role of leadership in fostering a positive school

climate. During the qualitative research, which involved semi-structured interviews with eight principals, it was found that mutual cooperation with the community, active participation in joint activities, and shared responsibility and decision-making, promote teamwork

and create emotional security and a positive school climate. The research also found that preschool educational institution principals

must constantly develop and improve their leadership skills, creating mutual relationships, trust, open communication and common

agreements in the institution. The research revealed that a clear institutional structure and a safe and inclusive environment directly impact

the school community’s ability to foster a positive climate. Leadership qualities such as respect, openness and shared responsibility

encourage the school community to engage in activities that foster a positive school climate. The principals recognise unanimously that

leadership is not a spontaneous process; it is cultivated by the entire school community, through collaborative initiatives and teacher

involvement in decision-making processes, as well as by fostering a positive climate in the preschool educational institution.