Persyou
Shaping Human Features

Impact that lasts

We partner with ambitious schools to develop the people who shape what comes next.

Going beyond conventional training, we draw on pioneering approaches to create powerful human development experiences that strengthen staff and student retention and recruitment, build leadership capacity, and create lasting culture-wide impact.

We don’t just talk about developing people and changing cultures.

We work closely with schools to make it happen.

5 Continents

30+ Countries

70+ Schools worked with

1000+ Educators developed

6 Awards

1 Book

Investing
in what
matters

Our work draws on decades of experience across education, leadership, people development and entrepreneurship, building on ideas from beyond the education sector to help our partners grow with confidence.

We’ve worked alongside schools and leaders around the world, not simply delivering programmes, but building trusted partnerships that create meaningful, sustainable change.

We understand the complexity of education, we know people development isn’t one size fits all, and we have the experience to know what creates impact that lasts.

"The Persyou Coaching Culture Awards are fantastic and are providing us with a structure as we plan our roadmap through an exciting organisational evolution.”

Kai Vacher, Principal, British School Muscat, Oman

“The Persyou Coaching Culture Awards directly supports our aims at JESS. Our vision is to ‘make a difference’, and by improving the quality of dialogue throughout the school, the staff team are developing professionally and improving student experiences and outcomes.”

Suz Carrigan, Deputy Head, JESS Dubai

“Persyou helped me reinvigorate my first Headship and positively prepare for my second. Their coaching gave me clarity and a deeper understanding of where I was and how to get the best from myself.”

Nick Gregory, Head, Ipswich School

“I highly recommend Persyou. They bring a great balance of professionalism and humour, making every session engaging and enjoyable. Their ability to generate fresh ideas and provide practical insights has been invaluable. The sessions are always productive, and their coaching style helps drive progress and clarity.”

John Maguire, Head, Bishops Stortford College

“The Persyou teams skilful and informed practice has already made significant positive difference on my own thinking and therefore is helping my colleagues and the institution I lead. I would thoroughly recommend the Persyou executive coaching.”

Chris Seal, Head, Stamford School, UK

“The Persyou programme has positively impacted staff practice and student experience. Coaching techniques are creating more meaningful, reflective conversations, supporting student confidence, ownership and wellbeing. It has also strengthened leadership conversations and fostered a more collaborative professional culture.”

Penny Robotham, Vice Principal, National Maths and Science College, UK

“Working with Persyou has been invaluable to my professional development. The coaching provided space to reflect, challenge my thinking and gain greater self-awareness. It has helped me approach leadership more intentionally and develop a more sustainable and effective leadership style.”

Robert Groves, Head of Senior, Rugby School Thailand

“Sessions with Persyou were indeed an enriching experience. It helped me to gain a deeper understanding on the coaching spectrum and skills for leading and coaching the team in a smoother and efficient way. It not only aspired me to use improved questioning patterns but also made me more self-aware and responsible towards my own learning development.”

Baljeet Oberoi, Principal, Oakridge International School, Nord Anglia India

“The Fundamental Coaching Culture programme has helped us embed coaching into our school frameworks and build a sustainable, school-owned model. Persyou’s understanding of schools has enabled this development to happen organically while supporting our move from appraisal to a more supportive coaching culture. We couldn’t recommend them highly enough.”

Nicholas Hammond, Headmaster, The British School of Paris

“Starting a new headship in my fifth London local authority, while recovering from an injury, highlighted the importance of professional coaching. Persyou provided valuable space to navigate challenges with greater composure, calm and perspective. I would highly recommend Persyou to leaders - it has become as important to me as my health and fitness.”

Amardeep Panesar, Executive Headteacher, Compass Schools, UK

“The Coaching Culture Awards by Persyou have helped me better understand my professional relationships and communication style. They have strengthened my ability to manage difficult conversations and make more measured, empathetic and effective decisions. An invaluable part of my professional development.”

Alfons Vinent, Head of Secondary, Vilamoura International School, Portugal

“As a coach, Nick has really challenged my thinking. Nick has asked questions that have encouraged me to reflect on my leadership journey and supported me in finding the answers. Nick's coaching has been truly inspiring.”

Amy Jones, Head, Barnack Primary, UK

“Nick from Persyou has been invaluable as a coach. He’s there to be useful, not to help – you refine your own leadership skills under his craftsmanship. Every session leaves you empowered and more than one step to better.”

Dr Michael Reddish, Principal Deputy Head, Harrow International School, Bangkok

“The Persyou programme has provided a strong foundation for launching our internal coaching programme at Pathways School Noida. The practical training, combined with the Persyou’s team warmth and accessibility, has been invaluable in developing our teacher-leaders and establishing a coaching culture.”

Dr Shaila Advani, School Director, Pathways India

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