For Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs)
Building inclusive cultures rooted in both evidence and empathy.
Connect 4 Change partners with MAT executives, governors and school leaders to build sustainable, inclusive practice that brings together SEND, curriculum and equality strands. Our work helps schools embed inclusion in everyday life, not as a policy add-on, but as a culture shaped by evidence, integrity and lived experience.
What Dr Matthew Carlile offers
1. Inclusive Culture and Curriculum Development
Inclusive Curriculum and Culture Audit, including a Faith-Sensitive model
Training on neuroinclusion, PDA-friendly practice, and whole-school wellbeing
Interim leadership for Inclusion, SEND or Transformation roles
2. Dialogue and Collaboration
Mediation and facilitation to help leaders engage meaningfully with parents and communities on sensitive issues
‘Courageous Conversations’ workshops for leaders and governors on gender, faith and equality
3. Voice and Evidence for Strategy
Illuminate student-voice research projects to shape inclusion strategy and action planning: (learn more about Illuminate here)
Co-designed tools to measure progress and maintain accountability
Matthew’s Approach and Impact
Every school community is different, which is why the support is always bespoke. Matthew starts by listening: to leaders, staff, parents and students. From there, we co-create practical, realistic plans that move inclusion from aspiration to confident daily practice.
Typical results:
Clearer action plans • Happier students • Reduced conflict around identity issues • Stronger staff confidence and consistency