In February 2026, Leader Connect (leader-connect.co.uk) launched as a major online platform designed to provide high-quality leadership training to educators at an affordable price. Developed by Neil Jurd OBE, a former Army lieutenant colonel, TEDx speaker, and author of the bestselling book The Leadership Book, the platform delivers bite-sized courses to teachers and headteachers directly to their laptops, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming in-person training sessions.

Accessible Training for Schools and Trusts

Leader Connect offers a range of courses, including modules on building high-performing teams, equality and inclusion, managing fear in schools, and leading through change. The platform’s content is supported by interviews with prominent education figures such as Glyn Potts MBE DL, Rachel Diss, and Dr. Brian Gregory, as well as contributions from a variety of other experts, including Headteacher Dr. Victoria Carr, former RAF combat helicopter pilot Sarah Furness, and mindfulness expert Maude Hirst.

Each course costs between £25 and £35, making it significantly more affordable than traditional continuing professional development (CPD) programs. According to Neil Jurd, the platform has been adopted by institutions such as Abingdon Learning Trust and the University of Sheffield’s leadership programs, and is proving particularly useful in remote locations, including Nepal, where the Gurkha Welfare Trust is using it to train 15 senior leaders in mountainous regions.

Remote Learning with Real-World Impact

The platform’s flexibility allows educators to access training materials anytime and anywhere, eliminating the need for half-day absences that traditional CPD often requires. According to Neil Jurd, the platform has been praised by headteachers for its practical approach, which is helping to improve morale, staff retention, and pupil outcomes.

‘Leadership in education isn’t theory — it’s daily reality,’ Neil Jurd said. ‘We’ve made it accessible, fun, and stupidly good value. Headteachers tell us it’s transforming how they lead.’

Leader Connect updates its content weekly, including new school-specific sessions, ensuring that educators have access to the latest leadership strategies and tools. The platform also offers a free leadership profiler, downloadable tools, and access to podcasts, allowing users to tailor their learning experience to their specific needs.

Expansion and Future Plans

With the demand for remote and affordable training growing, Leader Connect is positioning itself as a go-to resource for trusts, academies, and universities looking to upskill their staff without breaking the budget. The platform’s success has already seen it used in diverse locations, from the UK to Nepal, and it is expected to expand further in the coming months.

Neil Jurd OBE, who previously served as a trainer at Sandhurst and authored several leadership books, emphasized that the platform is designed to empower educators globally. ‘This isn’t just another online course — it’s a movement,’ he said.

As the education sector continues to evolve, the need for accessible, high-quality leadership training is becoming increasingly apparent. Leader Connect is addressing this gap by providing a flexible, cost-effective solution that is proving to be a game-changer for educators around the world.

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