Empowered Mission
To build a connected ecosystem for school leaders that strengthens collaboration, shares practical insight and drives meaningful improvement across education.
Our impact 👈
500+
Leaders connected
200+
Schools represented
12+
Community Events
100+
Partner Organisations
Culture
Empowered Schools is built on the belief that education is stronger when people connect, collaborate and support one another.
Local Community Leadership Voice
Empowered is rooted in local education communities, giving school leaders a platform to share ideas, build influence and shape meaningful change where it matters most.
Mentorship Through Shared Growth
We believe in shared experience. Our community enables leaders to support one another through mentorship, insight and practical guidance at every stage of leadership.
Student Voice And Future Leaders
We create space for student voice to be heard and valued, supporting opportunities that build confidence, aspiration and skills for the future of education across all.
Collaborative Community Space
Empowered brings together school leaders, partners and organisations in a trusted environment built on collaboration, connection and shared purpose across education.
Engagement Partner Network
We work with carefully selected partners who add real value to the community, ensuring every connection is purposeful, relevant and impactful for members across education.
Responsibility and Impact Focus
We are committed to giving back. Through our events and activity, we support initiatives such as School in a Bag, helping children who need it most anywhere in the world.
FAQs
Empowered Schools Community is a professional network for education leaders, bringing together membership, mentorship, practical resources and high-value events in one connected platform—designed to create ongoing value beyond one-off interactions.
The community is for trust leaders, headteachers, senior teams, governance professionals, aspiring leaders and education partners—anyone involved in leading or supporting schools.
Because schools can no longer rely on occasional events or fragmented networks. Empowered offers a more connected, practical and ongoing way to learn, build relationships and stay aligned with the priorities shaping education—helping you stay informed, supported and ahead.
Yes. Membership is currently free, with a simple sign-up process designed to give you immediate access to community benefits.
Members gain access to practical resources, mentorship opportunities, event invitations, partner expertise and a trusted network of peers—all focused on real, day-to-day professional value.
MATNetworks Events is part of the community. It remains the dedicated MAT-focused event series, but Empowered offers a broader, year-round experience beyond events alone.
No. Events are just one part of the offer. You can access resources, mentorship and connections without attending—though events provide an additional opportunity to engage.
Once registered, you’ll start receiving relevant updates, gain access to resources, hear about events and mentorship opportunities and become part of a growing professional community.
Learn more about our mission, our approach and how you can be part of it.
