A clear strategic direction, offered through the vision of its Board, is fundamental to the success of a school. Effective leadership and management are crucial to the vision becoming reality. In this area, we offer:

• strategic review and the development of Board policies and their application for governing bodies;
• support for Board review of strategic planning objectives;
• the introduction of external benchmarking tools to enhance the school’s development;
• support of Leadership Teams in the management of change;
• approaches to the development of a culture of trust and integrity within a school community;
• an exploration of creative and collaborative approaches to conflict resolution.

Particular skills are required to drive a school’s strategic development whilst maintaining a happy, successful and united school community. Boards need to develop a good understanding of the nature of the school and its community. This lays the basis for wise strategic decisions. Leadership teams need to demonstrate genuine care for staff and students at the same time as implementing the strategic direction.