Building Confident School Leadership That Drives Lasting Student Success.
what we doStratEd stands for clear, actionable support that equips school leaders to lead with confidence and purpose.
We focus on challenges like strategic planning hurdles, leadership burnout, and governance gaps and deliver targeted coaching, frameworks, and training that bring measurable progress.
OUR SERVICES
Leadership Coaching and Mentoring
Leadership Team Development
Strategic Planning & Implementation Facilitation
Strategic Change Management
Organisational Culture & Engagement State
Professional Learning Workshops
aboutTrusted Educational Leadership Consulting Across New Zealand
StratEd Consultancy brings over 45 years of hands-on educational leadership experience to schools and education organisations. Led by David Olivier, whose 20 years as a principal and 7 years at the Ministry of Education give him a deep understanding of the daily challenges school leaders face.
Our Process
1.
Connect
We begin with a confidential conversation to understand your school’s context, priorities, and leadership challenges.
2.
Diagnose
We work with you to identify the real issues, strengths, risks,
and opportunities for improvement.
3.
Improve
We support leaders, boards, and teams to implement practical actions, build capability, monitor progress, and sustain change.
client testimonialsHaving known and worked alongside Dave for many years - as Deputy Principal and now as Principal - I have had extensive firsthand experience of his leadership capability and insight. I learned a great deal from his strategic clarity and his calm, disciplined approach to complex situations. As a colleague and team member, I also benefited from his commitment to developing others; Dave always encouraged me to step beyond the boundaries of comfort and stretch my own leadership practice.
– catherine gunn, principal, sacred heart college, hamilton resourcesInsights and Strategies for School Leaders.
Explore practical articles on leadership capability, managing change without burnout, optimising governance, and aligning strategy with outcomes. Our blog shares actionable advice and real-world examples to support your ongoing development as a school leader.