Course summary

Delegates will gain a deeper understanding about the power of coaching and the impact that great coaching has on learning, being able to confidently apply a number of strategies to deepen the thinking of pupils, inspire colleagues to develop and grow, and become a more reflective and energised professional.

Full attendance at this programme will enable you to utilise models and approaches to coach pupils and professionals to improve learning, thinking and well-being; professionally challenge expectations and begin to shift mindsets; and model courage, humility and discipline when engaging with coaching conversations.

What are the benefits of the course?

  • Understand the power of coaching as a leadership, teaching and communication tool.
  • Gain the skills and strategies that credible coaches use to empower thinking and inspire change.
  • Learn the theory, skills, and processes to coach informally, formally and in a structured way.

Who is the course suitable for?

Senior and middle leaders, line managers, appraisers, coaches, mentors and lead practitioners.

Dates

Session 1: Monday 9 November 2026, 8.30am – 4.30pm

Session 2: Tuesday 24 November 2026 8.30am – 12.30pm

Session 1: Tuesday 19 January 2027, 8.30am – 4.30pm

Session 2: Thursday 4 February 2027, 8.30am – 12.30pm

Session 1: Thursday 24 June 2027, 8.30am – 4.30pm

Session 2: Tuesday 13 July 2027, 8.30am – 12.30pm

Location

Tuxford Academy, NG22 0JH

East Leake Academy, LE12 6QN

Cost

£495 (ex VAT) per delegate, free to Diverse Academies Trust colleagues.