At MTM, we provide top-tier strategic consultancy services for the independent sector. Our team has a proven track record of delivering exceptional results for senior leaders and trustees, providing them with the research, feasibility studies, and strategic development plans needed to ensure the long-term viability of their schools, especially during these challenging economic times.
Duncan Murphy, our Director of Education, is your key point of contact for exploring your school’s strategic development.
With over 25 years of experience in the independent sector, including pioneering strategic change and national-level consultancy work, Duncan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. He is highly respected by his peers, having served as the Chair of the IAPS Sixteen Group for three years and presented at the 2021 IAPS Heads’ Conference on the “pros and cons” of a move up to 16+. He has also worked with some of the largest, oldest, and most reputable schools in the country on their strategic evolution.
Following a year of record growth, we now offer our clients bespoke advice and consultancy services to support the effective planning, communication, and execution of their strategic development plans. Over the past academic year, we have successfully supported a range of stakeholders across the UK and beyond with a variety of strategic diversification projects. These include:
- Expanding up to GCSE and/or Sixth Form
- Extending early years provision
- Planning site, staff, and curriculum for a new school
- Moving from single-sex to co-education
- Transitioning from 13+ to 11+
- Developing bespoke appraisal and/or training programmes
- Handling acquisitions, mergers, and takeovers
- Withdrawing from the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Enhancing admissions and marketing strategies for ages 3-60
- Conducting governance “MOT” reports
- Conducting school development plan “health checks”
- Developing culture, ethos, and values identities
- Arbitration at panel hearings
- Engaging alumni and fundraising
- International development and investment
MTM Strategic change
Are you looking at alternative strategic options such as single sex to co-education, or expanding provision to 16+?
MTM Stakeholder management
Do you need stakeholder management through a period of considerable change?
MTM Capital Project
Are you looking for strategic support with a capital project or new venture?
If you want to know more about how we can help you, contact us today!