Governor as former DPO
A comprehensive, year-round DPO service providing practical UK GDPR support, independent advice and oversight for your school.
The service includes policy updates, personal data breach guidance, support with subject access requests and ongoing advice with day-to-day data protection issues.
Annual subscriptions with two virtual visits each
A comprehensive, year-round DPO service providing practical UK GDPR support, independent advice and oversight for your school.
The service includes policy updates, personal data breach guidance, support with subject access requests and ongoing advice with day-to-day data protection issues.
Annual subscriptions with two virtual visits each year are £1,085 + VAT for primary schools and £1,745 + VAT for secondary schools. Reduced pricing is available for small schools.
New DPO clients are currently subject to availability and a waiting list may apply. Trust arrangements and other service options are available on request.
A tailored, evidence-led service that turns school data and stakeholder views into a practical Climate Action Plan.
We review energy, water, waste, food and travel, establish and benchmark the school’s carbon baseline, and provide a detailed baseline report, tailored five-year plan, implementation tracker and clear next steps.
Optional an
A tailored, evidence-led service that turns school data and stakeholder views into a practical Climate Action Plan.
We review energy, water, waste, food and travel, establish and benchmark the school’s carbon baseline, and provide a detailed baseline report, tailored five-year plan, implementation tracker and clear next steps.
Optional annual support measures progress and refreshes the report and plan, ensuring it remains an active programme rather than a one-off document.
Primary schools from £795 + VAT
Secondary schools from £1295 + VAT
Further details available on request
Regular information audits and data mapping help schools demonstrate accountability and keep their records accurate.
Keeping Children Safe in Education says schools and colleges should consider an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates. I offer practical and proportionate support in both areas.
Online search
Regular information audits and data mapping help schools demonstrate accountability and keep their records accurate.
Keeping Children Safe in Education says schools and colleges should consider an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates. I offer practical and proportionate support in both areas.
Online searches are £44 plus VAT per candidate, with a discounted price of £33 plus VAT for schools subscribed to the DPO service.
Data protection audits:
£289 plus VAT for primary schools
£410 plus VAT for secondary schools
Further details available on request.
Practical, year-round Online Safety resources and support for schools, reflecting current safeguarding requirements, KCSIE and emerging online risks.
The annual service includes self-led staff training with speaker notes, governor and pupil resources, termly staff and parent/carer updates, and a model Online Safety Policy with separate
Practical, year-round Online Safety resources and support for schools, reflecting current safeguarding requirements, KCSIE and emerging online risks.
The annual service includes self-led staff training with speaker notes, governor and pupil resources, termly staff and parent/carer updates, and a model Online Safety Policy with separate Acceptable Use Agreements, and an annual self-review resource.
Optional email advisory support is also available for schools dealing with current Online Safety incidents and issues, providing practical guidance on how to respond without requiring a separate consultancy appointment.
New for 2026–27 – enquiries welcome.
I grew up in the West Midlands before moving to the West Country with my parents and eventually settling in Hertfordshire, which has been home ever since. I completed my bachelor's degree in 2000, followed by a PGCE in Secondary Education. After entering the profession, I progressed from classroom teacher to senior leadership and later H
I grew up in the West Midlands before moving to the West Country with my parents and eventually settling in Hertfordshire, which has been home ever since. I completed my bachelor's degree in 2000, followed by a PGCE in Secondary Education. After entering the profession, I progressed from classroom teacher to senior leadership and later Head Teacher, before moving into full-time advisory work. I have been working as an Education Consultant since 2014.
With over 20 years’ experience across secondary and primary education, I have worked as a secondary Deputy Headteacher, primary Headteacher and Hertfordshire eSafety Lead. I have also served as a governor in both primary and secondary schools and chaired the schools’ safeguarding advisory group for Hertfordshire. Since establishing Schoo
With over 20 years’ experience across secondary and primary education, I have worked as a secondary Deputy Headteacher, primary Headteacher and Hertfordshire eSafety Lead. I have also served as a governor in both primary and secondary schools and chaired the schools’ safeguarding advisory group for Hertfordshire. Since establishing School Consulting Ltd in 2018, I have developed a strong reputation for practical, reliable support and now work with schools and Trusts across a range of services.
Outside work, I enjoy travelling with my wife and our two children, and can often be found tackling DIY projects at home in Welwyn Garden City. I am also an active member of Girlguiding Hertfordshire and support my wife in her role within the organisation. My professional and voluntary work are driven by the same aim: helping to make edu
Outside work, I enjoy travelling with my wife and our two children, and can often be found tackling DIY projects at home in Welwyn Garden City. I am also an active member of Girlguiding Hertfordshire and support my wife in her role within the organisation. My professional and voluntary work are driven by the same aim: helping to make education a safer and more supportive environment for children.
Headteacher
Much of my work comes through recommendations and referrals from existing schools. References from current clients are available on request
£2m Public Liability
£1m Professional Indemnity
£10m Employers' Liability
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