The appointment of a new Head or senior leader is the beginning of a journey, not the end. At RSAcademics, we are committed to supporting leaders beyond the appointment process by connecting them with trusted coaching partners.

Professional coaching helps new and experienced leaders alike to step into their roles with confidence, sustain their effectiveness over time and grow with clarity. That’s why we work in partnership with a range of outstanding organisations and individual coaches, ensuring that every appointee has access to first-rate support that suits their needs and aspirations. 

Why coaching matters in schools

Leading a school today is deeply rewarding, but also complex. Pressures come from staff, pupils, parents, governors, regulators and the wider community. Coaching provides a trusted, confidential space to reflect, grow and strengthen your leadership. 

Through our partnerships, we connect you with highly skilled coaches who understand the realities of school life. Their support is practical, developmental and always tailored to you and your context. 

How our coaching partners can help 

  • Supporting new Heads and senior leaders – Smooth your transition into a new role, establish authority with authenticity and set a clear course for your school. 
  • Sustaining leadership – Build resilience, perspective and renewed energy to meet the daily and strategic challenges of leadership. 
  • Career growth and reflection – Explore your aspirations, clarify goals and develop the leadership style that fits you best. 
  • Focused support where needed – Access bespoke input for specific challenges, such as stepping into executive leadership or navigating periods of change.

 

 

Our coaching partners

RSAcademics is proud to work with established organisations and individuals whose expertise is trusted by schools worldwide. 

Love Your Coaching

Founded by Charlie Warshawski, Love Your Coaching works across sectors and runs a specialist education division. Their coaches bring breadth, wisdom and practical insight to support Heads, senior leaders and governors. 

MSB

A human-centred coaching collective focused on helping school leaders reconnect, reflect and lead with presence. Offering both leadership coaching and coach-education pathways, their practice is rooted in relational leadership: helping individuals lead from a grounded place, with calm confidence and purpose. 

The Sixty

Executive coaches with senior career experience across diverse sectors. Co-founder Ros Sweeting, formerly a partner in a law firm and Chair of a leading HMC school, brings unique perspective and depth to her practice. 

Juliet Corbett

Executive coach and strategy adviser with 20+ years’ leadership experience in education and consultancy. Juliet is known for her incisive, thoughtful style that helps leaders cut through complexity, gain clarity and focus on what matters most. 

Diana Vernon

ICF-accredited organisational coach; acts as a sounding board and “thinking partner” for leaders worldwide. 

Senior Advisors who coach

Alongside our partner organisations, a number of RSAcademics Senior Advisors are trained executive coaches. They bring extensive experience as former Heads and sector leaders, offering both coaching and mentoring for appointees in role. 

  • Andrea Berkeley – Tavistock-trained coach with international experience; reflective, creative, and skilled in psychodynamic and systems approaches. Contact Andrea 
  • Diana Watkins – Former Head and IAPS Chair; specialises in supporting Deputy Heads into headship. Contact Diana 
  • Sarah Evans OBE – Former Head and sector leader; ILM Level 7 coach with wide experience in governance and consultancy. Contact Sarah 
  • Andrew Nott – Former Head and IAPS Chair; respected mentor with deep knowledge of leadership, governance and strategy. Contact Andrew

Senior Advisors who coach

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Start your coaching journey

Whether you are a newly appointed Head, an experienced senior leader or a governor looking to support your school’s leadership, RSAcademics – working with our network of coaching partners and Senior Advisors – provides the support you need to succeed.