Coaching, training and support for schools
Creating the headspace
When leaders have space to think, they make wiser decisions and respond rather than react.
The right support sharpens priorities, strengthens conversations and helps teams step up with confidence.
I work with schools that want to strengthen leadership, build collaboration and create cultures where people feel trusted, capable and able to thrive.
So leadership feels lighter
Through coaching and training, I work with school leaders to untangle complex challenges, move away from unhelpful patterns and create sustainable change that lasts beyond our time together.
Create headspace, build capacity
When leaders have room to think, they make wiser decisions, foster collaboration and create a culture where people thrive.
When this happens:
• Decisions are made calmly and clearly
• Conversations are purposeful, supportive and energising
• Teams collaborate to solve challenges effectively
• People feel empowered, confident and engaged
Through reflection and insight
Calm, honest conversations help leaders make sense of complex situations, find practical next steps and lead in a way that feels both effective and true to themselves.
Let’s explore how this could work for you or your team.
Book a short conversation today.
The right support, at the right time
The Coaching Approach Programme
A structured programme that introduces coaching approaches, helping improve the quality of everyday conversations and decision-making.
Participants develop practical coaching skills that support more empowering interactions across their school.
Ideal for anyone responsible for developing others.
Coaching
A personalised space for school leaders to step back, think clearly and work through the realities of leadership with support across the school year.
Coaching is available as 1:1 sessions or in small groups, depending on what best fits your context.
Ideal for headteachers, senior leaders and extended leadership teams.
Headspace for Heads
A small, facilitated space for school leaders to pause, reflect and think things through with people who understand the role.
Bring live leadership challenges, explore different perspectives and leave with practical ways to support yourself in the realities of the job.
Ideal for headteachers and senior leaders.
Coaching that makes a real difference
“I highly recommend Rachael as a coach, she will make a significant difference to you personally and professionally.”
Ian Ward, International Principal, UAE
Empowering and energising
“Rachael enabled colleagues to feel empowered and have a sense of self, purpose and direction. Her energy, professional knowledge and vitality are irresistible!”
Liz Thomas-Friend, Executive Headteacher, UK
Hi, I’m Rachael
I help school leaders and their teams create cultures where staff thrive and leadership feels lighter.
Using a person-centred, reflective approach, I support leaders to see their options clearly, build on what’s already working and take practical steps that fit their context.
From 1:1 coaching to working with whole teams, I help schools in the UK and internationally create lasting impact.