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- [Overview](https://uk.btsspark.org/alumni-network)
- [Leading Forward](https://uk.btsspark.org/leading-forward-communities)
- [Webinars](https://uk.btsspark.org/webinars)
- [Leadership Circles](https://uk.btsspark.org/leadership-circles)
- [Updates](https://uk.btsspark.org/updates)

- [Overview](https://uk.btsspark.org/alumni-network)
- [Leading Forward](https://uk.btsspark.org/leading-forward-communities)
- [Webinars](https://uk.btsspark.org/webinars)
- [Leadership Circles](https://uk.btsspark.org/leadership-circles)
- [Updates](https://uk.btsspark.org/updates)

- [CONTACT US](mailto:melissa.hutchinson@btsspark.org)

# Alumni Network Updates

Check out our updates below for  BTS Spark news, alumni offers, leadership tips and insights, programme opportunities, events, case studies and more ...

## Previous Updates

#### **February 2026 Update**

**In this update:**

- Leader as Coach Learning Circles
- Upcoming webinars and leadership circles
- Team leadership diagnostic giveaway
- 'It's not about you' blog
- Speak Like a Leader - our self-paced presentation skills programme
- Hints and tips: Decision-making

#### [**Find the update here**](https://uk.btsspark.org/-temporary-slug-d8d07eff-4439-4d0c-a850-1f563afd2ddb?hs_preview=qdBgCRtb-358238400728&hsLang=en)

 

 

#### **September 2025 Update**

**In this update:**

- Leading Forward - our new, small supportive leadership communities
- Upcoming webinars and leadership circles
- Speak like a Leader Giveaway
- Six things you can do to shift your culture
- Hints and tips: Navigating Conflict

#### [**Find the update here**](https://uk.btsspark.org/-temporary-slug-399c88f2-dfae-4160-b83a-e33b695fc0fc?hs_preview=QeqVKUwf-279350996154&hsLang=en)

 

 

#### **July 2025 Update**

**In this update:**

- Bring the magic of coaching to your team
-  Read about 'The Power of Coaching' 
- Help shape our Alumni Network offer
- Speak Like a Leader Launch
- Summer Reading Offer

#### [**Find the update here**](https://uk.btsspark.org/-temporary-slug-042952d1-6c03-43b7-8895-4da639f42af3?hs_preview=GUikeBDW-252445846775&hsLang=en)

 

 

#### **July 2024 Update**

**In this update:**

- Heads Rising - our new leadership programme for new and aspiring headteachers
- Launching our Alumni Network+ offer for 2024-25
- Embracing MESSY Leadership
- Unlocking Leadership Potential - discover the 5 development needs of school leaders and how to tackle them
- Case Study: Trust Leaders' Residential
- Events and Opportunities
- Become a BTS Spark Ambassador

#### [**Find the update here**](https://uk.btsspark.org/alumni-updates-0?hsLang=en)

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Having supported UK school leaders for nearly 20 years, we understand how every leader, team, school or college community, and every trust, has its own unique challenges. We don't believe in one-size-fits all solutions but work with our clients to enable the key shifts in mindset and leadership practice that will make the biggest difference for you.  I am always happy to explore what this would look like for you or your team. Please do feel free to get in touch.           

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Denise Barrows, Director

BTS Spark UK

[denise.barrows@btsspark.org](mailto:denise.barrows@btsspark.org)

Tel:    020 3100 7545

Mob: 07799 623067

[Schedule a call](https://calendly.com/denise-barrows/30min)

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    - [Overview](https://uk.btsspark.org/alumni-network)
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    - [Webinar Series](https://uk.btsspark.org/webinars)
    - [Leadership Circles](https://uk.btsspark.org/leadership-circles)
    - [Updates](https://uk.btsspark.org/updates)

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