Inspirational programmes for professional development
Karen Ardley Associates is an acclaimed leadership development and coaching consultancy based in the UK and supporting schools and colleges worldwide. We provide creative leadership development and solutions-focused strategies for leaders at all levels and practitioners involved in the provision of education and learning. Our inspirational programmes and consultancy have proven success and organisational impact across the globe.
Supporting your professional learning journey
KAA offer a wide range of programmes across our four main categories; Leadership, Coaching, Classroom Practice and Support Staff.
Leadership Programmes
Professional development programmes are available for aspirant and current middle leaders, as well as preparatory courses for those stepping up to senior leadership.
Coaching Programmes
Whether you are getting started with coaching, want to work with a coach one to one or explore the DiSC profile, KAA coaching has a positive impact on leaders of all levels.
Classroom Practice Programmes
Focused on learning, creativity, assessment, progress and ensuring that every child does indeed matter, our programmes also provide a stepping stone for classroom practitioners to develop their careers.
Support Staff Programmes
Through our partnership with Leeds Trinity University, KAA can provide preparation for and assessment of Higher Level Teaching Assistant status. As a partnership, KAA and LTU work internationally and in the UK to award the HLTA status.
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Questions and Answers
Yes, we design and deliver professional development programmes for leaders and people involved with organisational development and improvement worldwide. Please visit our Contact page and we would be delighted to discuss your requirements.
Please visit Upcoming Events to see full details of our upcoming programmes and to book online.
Full details of our internationally renowned ‘Leading Learning from the Middle’ programme, can be found on our Leadership Programmes page.
Yes, our coaching partnerships have an immediate positive impact on leadership and organisational culture. Further details can be found on our Coaching page.
We have years of experience designing personalised programmes for teams in schools in England and internationally. We are happy to discuss your professional learning requirements and enable you to develop an effective and high performing team. Please visit our Contact Us page.
Full details of all our upcoming programmes can be found on our Upcoming Events page.
Full details of all our upcoming programmes can be found on our Upcoming Events page or alternatively please contact us via our Contact Us page.
The cost of each programme varies, you can find full details of our programmes, including costs and online booking on our Upcoming Events page.
Due to the current Covid pandemic and international travel restrictions we are offering our programmes remotely, facilitated by Zoom or Teams. We are hoping once these restrictions ease we can offer face to face Professional Development once again.
Yes, we have several successful leadership programmes which will help and support you in your new role. Full details can be found on our Leadership Programmes page.