Consultancy
For leaders who need a trusted expert in their corner.
Who we support
Headteachers, CEOs, governors, and Directors of Education who are navigating complex challenges and need expert, independent advice they can trust.
What we offer
Opening a free school is one of the most complex undertakings in education. PAG has supported hundreds of founding teams through the process, from initial vision through to opening day. We know the system, we know what assessors look for, and we know how to build an application that succeeds.
Who this is for
Trusts, sponsors, and community groups with a vision for a new school and a determination to make it happen.
For leaders who want an expert partner on call. PAG’s retained advisory service gives you direct, ongoing access to senior consultants who know your context, understand your challenges, and are ready to help when you need it most.
Who this is for
CEOs, executive headteachers, and Directors of Education who want a trusted external perspective as a regular part of how they work.
Local authorities across England are under significant pressure to ensure EHCP funding is allocated accurately and in line with need. PAG’s independent funding review service provides the rigorous, evidence-based analysis your authority needs to make confident decisions.
As demand for specialist provision continues to grow, local authorities face increasing pressure to plan effectively for children and young people with SEND. PAG works with LAs to assess current provision, model future need, and develop sustainable sufficiency strategies.
Strong governance is the foundation of every successful school and trust. PAG’s independent governance review gives boards the honest, evidence-based assessment they need to understand how they’re performing, and how to improve.
Understanding and articulating social value is increasingly important across education, public sector, and enterprise. PAG helps organisations identify, measure, and communicate the social value they create for commissioning, reporting, and strategic purposes.
Managing significant change in education is never straightforward. PAG works alongside leaders to design, plan, and deliver change programmes that bring people with them and achieve lasting results.
Independent schools operate in a distinct regulatory and competitive environment. PAG provides specialist advisory support to those looking to open, grow, or reposition an independent school, covering everything from registration to strategic positioning.
Understanding where capacity exists, or where it needs to be created, is essential for effective system planning. PAG’s capacity mapping service gives authorities and trusts the clear, data-driven picture they need to make informed decisions about provision.