Changing the way education leaders connect
Empowered Schools Community is built for people who want more than occasional updates or isolated networking opportunities. It is a growing professional community where members can access exclusive content, build trusted relationships, explore mentorship and engage with meaningful opportunities across the education sector.
Members Benefits
Membership is currently free and designed to provide immediate professional value.
Exclusive contentand resources
MentorshipOpportunities
Community updatesand invitations
Member offersand discounts
Partner expertiseand support
Access to MATNetworksand other events
A stronger year-round professional network
Who can join
Empowered Schools Community is designed for professionals across the education sector who are committed to learning, connecting and contributing to stronger outcomes for schools and trusts.
Trust leaders
CEOs, executive leaders and senior trust teams shaping strategy, growth and performance across multiple schools.
School leaders
Headteachers, principals and senior leadership teams responsible for the day-to-day leadership and direction of their schools.
Central teams
Professionals supporting finance, operations, HR, marketing and school improvement across trusts and school groups.
Governance professionals
Chairs, governors and trustees providing oversight, accountability and strategic challenge within schools and trusts.
Aspiring leaders
Emerging leaders looking to develop their skills, gain insight and take the next step in their leadership journey.
Education partners
Organisations and specialists who support schools and trusts through expertise, services and sector insight.
FAQs
Got some questions?We have answers
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.
Whether you’re shaping strategy, supporting delivery or looking to grow into your next leadership role, the community is built to support you.
