I'm Donna, the founder of reflectEDcoaching. I bring more than three decades of experience across education, leadership, inclusion, and staff development, as well as earlier leadership experience in private, retail and entrepreneurship sectors. Throughout my career, I have led and supported diverse teams, guided colleagues through challenging situations, and nurtured the personal and professional growth of those around me.

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Across all of these roles, my commitment to truly listening, creating calm and safe spaces, and helping people find their own clarity, confidence, and next steps remains key. I bring emotional intelligence, strong communication, and genuine understanding to support you in achieving the outcomes you’re looking for.

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Alongside my school-based work, I have contributed to wider educational development, including national improvement activity linked to curriculum design, leadership development, and support for children, young people, families, and colleagues. These experiences have strengthened my belief in reflective practice, calm communication, and the power of giving people structured space to think.

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reflectEDcoaching online was launched in December 2025, inspired by the thousands of reflective, coaching conversations I have naturally held across my career. Although the online area of the business is new, this approach is one I have practised for many years: helping people untangle their thoughts, reconnect with their strengths, and find their way forward with renewed clarity.

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My coaching style is gentle, non-directive, and reflective. I use mirroring and repeat-back techniques that help you hear your own thinking more clearly. I am not a counsellor or therapist nor do I provide advice, instead, I offer a calm, confidential space where you can make sense of what’s going on for you and uncover your own solutions with confidence and perspective.

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While much of my background is in education and working with those who support or care for others, reflectEDcoaching is open to anyone seeking space, balance, and calm direction due to my leadership roles spanning 30 years in both Education and Private Sector Business'. If you feel ready for a reflective space to think, breathe, and move forward with purpose, I am here to support you.