About UsOur Mission & Values
At Thinking Solutions for Education (TSfE), our mission is simple: to do the right thing, in the right way, and at the right cost. We are dedicated to providing schools and multi-academy trusts with strategic, tailored solutions that not only improve operational efficiency but also empower educational leaders to focus on what matters most - delivering a Child First education.
Our services, spanning marketing, finance, HR, technology, estates, and income generation, are designed to lift the operational burden from school leaders. By providing expert support in these key areas, we help school leaders free up time and resources to focus on driving educational excellence and meeting the needs of every child. Our ultimate goal is to provide efficiencies that allow schools to prioritize their students' learning and development without getting bogged down by operational complexities.
What sets us apart is our commitment to reinvesting back into education. As a trading subsidiary of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust (TSAT), all income generated through our services is used to support the growth and sustainability of TSAT schools. This reinvestment directly benefits students' educational experiences by enhancing resources, improving teaching environments, and supporting operational stability.
We are deeply committed to creating meaningful, long-term change, not only for the schools we work with but for the wider education sector. Our values - trusted, solution-focused, approachable, and timely - underpin everything we do. By partnering with educational leaders, we help them achieve their goals, drive efficiencies, and focus on providing a world-class education for every student.
Our Key Values:
- Trusted: Building strong, reliable partnerships based on honesty and transparency.
- Solution-Focused: Providing practical, effective solutions that address the unique needs of schools and trusts.
- Approachable: Offering a welcoming, supportive approach that creates open communication and collaboration.
- Timely: Delivering services that meet the urgent needs of schools while maintaining efficiency and responsiveness.
At TSfE, we are driven by the ambition to ease the operational load for school leaders, enabling them to keep their focus on what truly matters — providing an exceptional, Child First education for all students.
Meet Our Experts
Lauren Wilson
Head of Brand Strategy and Partnerships
Jasmin Chudasama
Head of Service Delivery
Nick Forward
Head of Business Development
Doug Stewart
Head of Finance
James Fenlon
Head of Estates and Health & Safety
Kelly Denton
Head of Governance and Compliance
Lucy Chapman
Deputy People Director
Marta Kennett
Financial Controller
Nick O'Donoghue
Head of IT Systems & Infrastructure
Steve Griffiths
Head of IT Service Delivery
Ashley Wicken
Head of Talent
Jamie Blake
Head of Payroll and HR Operations
Frequently Asked Questions
TSfE is a strategic consultancy providing tailored solutions in marketing, finance, HR, technology, estates, and income generation for schools and multi-academy trusts. Our goal is to empower educational leaders by offering expert-led operational support, allowing them to focus on delivering high-quality education.
Yes, we work with schools and multi-academy trusts across the UK. Our support can be delivered in person, remotely, or through a hybrid approach, depending on your needs.
Absolutely. We offer a range of service options, from one-off consultations to ongoing retained support. Our solutions are scalable, ensuring that schools and trusts of all sizes can access high-quality expertise within their budget.
Yes, we provide flexible retainer packages that allow schools to access ongoing support tailored to their needs. This ensures consistency and strategic long-term planning.
Some of our services are delivered in partnership with quality-assured providers who share our commitment to excellence. This allows us to offer specialist expertise while maintaining the highest standards. See our service partners here.
Yes, we support both individual schools and MATs, providing tailored solutions that address their unique challenges and opportunities.
We combine deep sector expertise with a practical, solution-focused approach. As a trading subsidiary of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust (TSAT), we are not-for-profit and reinvest profits into education, ensuring that our work directly benefits students and schools.
We are committed to high standards and continuously evaluate our services through client feedback, data analysis, and best-practice benchmarking. Our team consists of education specialists with proven track records in their fields.
Yes, we provide support across various areas, including HR, finance, estates management, and governance, ensuring schools remain compliant with regulatory requirements.
We work with primary schools, secondary schools, special educational needs (SEN) schools, and multi-academy trusts, tailoring our services to suit their specific needs.
Simply contact us via our website to book an initial consultation. Our team will discuss your needs and recommend the best approach for your school or trust.
We offer a range of strategic services, including:
- Branding, marketing, and communications
- Financial planning and resource management
- HR support and workforce strategy
- Technology solutions and digital transformation
- Estates and facilities management
- Income generation and funding support
You can book a consultation with our team to discuss your needs and explore how we can support your school or trust.
Yes, we tailor our services to align with your specific challenges, objectives, and budget.
We use key performance indicators (KPIs), feedback, and data analysis to ensure our solutions deliver measurable impact and long-term benefits.
You can get in touch via our website, email, or phone. Visit our Contact Us page for more details.