Aims of the Course
To equip delegates with practical ideas for marketing that will have a return on investment.
This session will explore practical, proven marketing initiatives from schools that have delivered a clear return on investment, whether in enquiries, conversions or brand visibility. Through a range of case studies, delegates will see what works and why, with ideas that can be scaled to suit different budgets and school sizes. The session will offer insight into measuring impact and prioritising activity, helping school leaders and marketers focus time and resource where it matters most.
Learning Objectives
You will leave this course with:
Rachel Hadley-Leonard brings over thirty years’ experience in marketing, admissions and development within the independent education sector, complemented by roles in charitable and commercial organisations.
She has held Board Director and Chair positions, teaches on the AMCIS Diploma course, and delivers training in marketing and development for leading professional bodies including HMC, ISBA, AGBIS, AMCIS, IAPS, ISA and IDPE. Rachel is also a consultant for IAPS.
Through her consultancy, Rachel supports schools in driving financial growth and strengthening stakeholder engagement. While she has particular expertise in the Prep sector, her work spans Senior, all-through and International schools. Her core strengths lie in strategic planning, stakeholder research, audits, and the launch of development and fundraising initiatives.
Her company, RHL Consulting, also offers MAD Recruitment – a bespoke service helping schools appoint senior professionals in Marketing, Admissions and Development.
Widely regarded as one of the sector’s most respected voices, trainers and consultants, Rachel is a seasoned mentor, a former judge for the TES Independent School Awards, and currently judges the InspirED Marketing & Fundraising Awards and the AMCIS Impact Awards. She has served as an independent school Governor, contributes regularly to educational publications, and is a sought-after speaker at conferences.