<![CDATA[Leadership in educational institutions is not only related to the ability to manage resources, make decisions, and achieve institutional targets, but also concerns the values that shape the behavior of leaders. The complexity of social change, technological development, demands for educational quality, and moral challenges have made value-based and spiritual leadership models increasingly relevant. This article aims to analyze the concept, characteristics, implementation, and contribution of value-based and spiritual leadership models in improving the effectiveness of educational institutions. The study employs a qualitative approach using a literature review method of scientific articles published during the period of 2020–2026. The analysis was conducted descriptively and analytically by identifying the concepts, principles, practices, and implications of value-based and spiritual leadership in educational institutions. The findings indicate that this model places integrity, trustworthiness, justice, exemplary behavior, responsibility, service, meaningful work, and spiritual awareness as the foundations of leadership. Value-based and spiritual leadership can build trust, organizational commitment, a positive school culture, and encourage improvements in educational quality. This model is also relevant for Islamic educational institutions because it integrates managerial dimensions with moral and spiritual dimensions.]]>
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