Executive Headship Programme

Move your career on with our new and exciting CPD Programme.

Are you ready to lead beyond your school and shape the future of education across multiple schools?

The Executive Headship Programme is designed specifically for ambitious school leaders who aspire to take the next step into system-wide leadership. This course will equip you with the strategic skills and insights needed to become a successful Executive Head or Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) CEO.

Why Choose the Executive Headship Programme?

Strategic Leadership Development: Learn to lead and manage at scale, guiding multiple schools to success.

Expert Mentorship: Gain insights from experienced Executive Heads and CEOs and leadership experts.

Practical Insights: Develop your skills with real-world case studies and strategic challenges.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with other school leaders and potential future partners.

Accredited Qualification: Enhance your professional credentials with a respected certification.

Benefits for You:

Expand your leadership portfolio and open the door to Executive Head and CEO roles.

Master the skills needed to influence education across multiple schools.

Build confidence in managing large teams and strategic decisions.

Strengthen your professional network within the education sector.

Benefits for Your School or Trust:

Grow a visionary leader who can drive system-wide improvement.

Gain a strategic thinker who understands multi-school leadership challenges.

Ensure sustainable leadership and succession planning for future growth.

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Programme 1: Being an Executive Leader

Day 1: What is an Executive Leader?

Being an Executive Leader – How do we lead with vision and impact?

This section explores the crucial elements of executive leadership, focusing on how to develop and communicate a powerful vision that inspires action and drives significant organizational impact. Learn practical strategies to translate your vision into tangible results and lead your teams towards achieving ambitious goals.

Leadership Styles – Exploring Different Approaches to Educational Leadership

We will look at a variety of leadership frameworks and their practical application within educational settings. Participants will gain an understanding of diverse styles and learn to identify the strengths and challenges of each in fostering positive school cultures and driving student success.

Day 2: Building a Foundation for Success

Organisational and Operational Management

This module equips aspiring executive headteachers with the essential knowledge and skills for effective organisational and operational management. Participants will explore strategic planning, resource allocation, and efficient systems to build a robust foundation for sustained school success and impactful leadership across multiple settings.

Creating an Executive Culture – Leading with Vision, Empowering Through Ownership

This module will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to create a positive and effective culture across your schools or trust, where colleagues and pupils can thrive.

Day 3: Fostering Growth and Excellence

Developing a Teaching and Learning Culture

This module is designed to help school leaders create a culture of teaching and learning that fosters growth and excellence in all students. Participants will learn how to create an environment that supports student success and how to apply this in a multi school setting.

Governance and Accountability – Building a Framework for Excellence

This section will begin to equip executive headteachers with the essential knowledge and skills to establish robust governance structures and clear accountability measures across their schools or trust. By understanding the principles of effective governance and accountability, participants will learn how to build a framework that drives excellence, ensures transparency, and ultimately improves outcomes for all pupils.

Programme 2: Moving the Role On

Day 1: Creating a Team

Surround Yourself with People That Are Cleverer Than You

This module focuses on building high-performing teams to drive educational success. Learn strategies to foster collaboration, define roles, and promote trust, communication, and accountability, while navigating team development stages to achieve shared goals.

Talent Spotting

Identifying and Nurturing Exceptional Educators

Explore how to identify, develop, and retain talented educators with qualities like passion, student focus, and leadership potential. Learn to source talent, nurture it through mentoring and CPD, and plan for succession to ensure long-term school success.

Day 2: Marketing

Communicating Your School’s Value

This section equips leaders to market their school’s unique value through branding, websites, social media, open houses, and community engagement. Learn to measure success and empower staff to strengthen enrollment and reputation.

Working in Partnership with Parents and Carers

Building Bridges for Student Success

Discover how to foster parent and carer partnerships to enhance student achievement. Learn strategies for open communication, inclusive environments, and overcoming barriers to create a supportive school community.

Day 3: Coaching and CPD

Cultivating Growth and Expertise

This module explores coaching and CPD to drive educator growth. Learn to implementСР

System: implement coaching types (instructional, leadership, mentoring, peer) and CPD methods (workshops, online courses, mentoring, action research, peer observation, independent study) to foster continuous improvement.

Financial Leadership – Steering with Strategy and Vision

This module equips executive leaders with the skills to manage school finances strategically, aligning budgets with educational goals. Learn to develop and communicate clear financial plans, prioritize resource allocation, and engage stakeholders to drive sustainable impact and support student success.