Consultancy that raises standards

Targeted, time-limited support that strengthens whole-school systems and builds staff confidence.

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I work with schools and trusts to review, refine and embed sustainable improvements in the areas most likely to come under pressure from Ofsted, local authorities and families. My work is advisory and capacity-building; supporting leaders and staff to improve systems, not replacing existing roles.

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Support is tailored to your context and priorities, with a clear focus on clarity, consistency and measurable impact.

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Typical consultancy work includes:

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• Attendance and EBSA systems
  Reviewing attendance pathways, early intervention processes and SEND-aware approaches to reduce persistent absence.

• Behaviour, inclusion and reducing exclusions
  Strengthening behaviour frameworks to improve consistency, reduce escalation and support inclusive practice.

• SEND and inclusive practice
  Reviewing SEND systems, strengthening provision and supporting EHCP-ready evidence and processes.

• Safeguarding systems and DSL support
  Auditing safeguarding practice, reviewing thresholds and documentation, and supporting DSL confidence and decision-making.

• Curriculum and assessment review
  Reviewing curriculum intent, coherence and assessment practice (including Computer Science and cross-school strategy).

• Policy review and improvement planning
  Evaluating policies to ensure they are workable, compliant and embedded in day-to-day practice.

• Bespoke CPD and leadership coaching
  Targeted training and mentoring for staff and leaders, including new post holders (e.g. DSL, SENCO, Head of Department, Head of Year/Key Stage).​

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Experienced, solutions-focused leadership when your school needs stability and momentum.

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I provide short-term senior or middle leadership cover that ensures continuity, staff confidence, and clear strategic direction during times of change, absence, or restructuring. Schools can depend on me to hit the ground running, build rapport quickly, and maintain focus on priorities without disruption.

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Support can include:

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• Interim leadership cover
  Acting Head of Department, DSL, SENCO or Key Stage Leader cover during periods of transition or absence.

• Improvement leadership
  Leading safeguarding, inclusion or curriculum improvement work at a whole-school or departmental level.

• Stability during change
  Providing clarity, structure and consistency for staff teams during periods of transition.

• Review and reporting
  Reviewing key areas and producing clear reports to inform governors, Ofsted preparation and school improvement planning.

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I bring the foresight and flexibility needed to lead confidently in dynamic circumstances - keeping systems moving forward, standards high, and staff supported until permanent leadership is in place.

​Strategic support to help schools meet digital standards and strengthen whole-school digital systems

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​Schools are expected to work towards meeting the DfE’s digital and technology standards by 2030. National survey data shows that awareness of the standards is increasing, but remains inconsistent, and fewer than one in five schools believe they are currently meeting them.

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I work alongside the Digital Lead and SLT to review current provision, agree realistic priorities and develop a clear plan, coordinating with trusted partners where technical delivery is needed.

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Why schools work with me 

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IT providers deliver technical solutions. My role is to ensure those solutions are right for the school - educationally sound and aligned with safeguarding, inclusion and governance expectations.

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I work with the Digital Lead and SLT to provide:

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• independent, education-led oversight (not advice tied to selling products)

• clear priorities before solutions are selected

• alignment with school improvement, workload, inclusion and safeguarding

• coordination across multiple providers, giving leaders a single strategic view

• translation between education and technology to support confident SLT and governor decision-making​

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This approach leaves schools well placed to work directly with providers with clarity and confidence.

Digital standards focus areas

Support is aligned to the six core digital and technology standards, working alongside school leaders and trusted partners where technical delivery is required:

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• Broadband internet – reviewing reliability and capacity, coordinating upgrades where needed

• Wireless network – supporting secure, robust networks that enable learning and safeguarding

• Network switching – reviewing internal infrastructure for resilience and future readiness

• Digital leadership and governance – clarifying roles, accountability and oversight with SLT and governors

• Filtering and monitoring – strengthening digital safeguarding in practice with the Digital Lead and DSL

• Cyber security – reviewing risk management, incident response and compliance

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