This paper adopted a mixed-methods research approach consisting of qualitative and quantitative research representations. The aim of this study was to establish change management models adopted by the principals in the management of the school sector in Lesotho. The paper also sought to determine whether there is gender difference in the adopting of change management models. The population comprised 26 respondents while the sample was made up of 18 persons. Data were collected through a use of the questionnaire. The results of the qualitative study revealed that principals adopt both top-down and bottom-up change management models. On the other hand, a t-test analysis revealed that there is no gender difference in the use of change management models