The Importance of Coaching in Schools

This engaging and practical course, led by the well respected Jack Sloan, delves into the transformative role coaching can play in schools. Jack, a highly experienced school leader, now works with educational institutions across the UK, championing the impact of coaching on staff development, student outcomes, and overall school culture.

Throughout the course, participants will explore:

• The Importance of Coaching in Schools: Understand why coaching is a cornerstone of effective leadership, professional growth, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Internal Coaching Approaches: Learn how to establish and sustain a coaching culture within your school, empowering staff to support one another’s development.
• External Coaching Support: Discover how external coaching expertise can complement internal efforts, offering fresh perspectives and tailored solutions.

Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, or member of a wider education team, this course equips you with actionable strategies to embed coaching practices into your institution. Expect a combination of thought-provoking discussions, real-world case studies, and practical tools—all underpinned by Jack Sloan’s passionate advocacy and deep expertise.Join us to unlock the potential of coaching and take the next step in transforming your school community.

Why Jack?

As Jack explains on his website, ‘

Decisive leadership requires clarity, confidence, and the ability to navigate complexity with conviction. My coaching helps senior leaders understand themselves and their contexts more deeply, enabling them to:​

• Make confident decisions based on heightened self-awareness and perspective.
• Reframe challenges to create opportunities for meaningful change.
• Lead with conviction and foster sustainable organisational transformation.

I work with leaders at all stages of their careers, from emerging talent to experienced executives, with particular expertise in C-suite leadership and talent development. At the top levels of leadership, decision-making can feel isolating. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental, yet challenging space where senior leaders can explore barriers, gain fresh perspectives, and develop solutions with clarity and confidence.​Each coaching engagement is tailored.

No two leaders are the same, and no two coaching series are identical. Whether you’re making high-stakes strategic decisions, transitioning in your career, or looking to strengthen your leadership capacity, I provide the space, challenge, and accountability to help you achieve meaningful results.

Now you can find out more about Jack’s approach and the focus of this course in the lesson below. You can also visit Jack’s website here: https://www.jacksloancoaching.org/.