Boards of Governors and senior leadership teams from time to time may require advice on strategic development and school improvement. Having had a great deal of experience as a leading education consultant as well as twenty years as a prep school head, Gareth is well placed to help. Knowing the prep school world well, he… Continue reading General consultation and strategic advice
Gareth offers an individualised service for schools seeking to make headship or senior leadership appointments. Over the last year,he has led the search on behalf of two prep schools who made successful appointments of new heads. Throughout the process, he offers the school, governors and candidates complete support and tailored feedback. Being closely networked to… Continue reading Appointments
Thanks to his extensive experience, Gareth has developed a personalised 360-degree appraisal for Heads and SLTs which includes on-site interviews, meetings and online surveys of staff, parent, and governor views. A detailed report containing qualitative and quantitative feedback and agreed recommendations is then provided for the Head and Chairman. All those who have been appraised… Continue reading Appraisal
Many Heads have no mentor, coach or critical friend with relevant experience. And yet, it has never been more important to have the input of a wise, supportive, experienced mentor who can listen, advise and offer options for addressing the various challenges which headship poses. This is a completely confidential service tailored in any way… Continue reading Mentoring