About
Chrissy Howard
Chrissy is an ILM Level 7 Executive Coach and Mentor specialising in supporting leadership, organisational, team and individual change and growth.
She offers over 25 years of leadership experience with a background spanning both industry and education.
Chrissy has enjoyed a number of leadership roles, initially as a Chartered Buyer working in a packaging business and then moving into primary teaching and senior leadership roles, resulting in a wonderfully fulfilling career as Primary Principal of a leading 3 –18 Independent School.
She remains committed to supporting education on a voluntary basis serving two governing roles in both the State/Academy Trust and Independent sectors.
Through CoacH Consultancy, Chrissy is working with senior leaders in both education and businesses developing personal and professional growth.
Great leaders invest in coaching and mentoring because they know thoughtful reflection and honest conversation lead to meaningful progress.
Comments about CoacH
Executive Coaching for: Leading change whilst taking on a huge responsibility with determination, grace and integrity
Executive Mentoring for: Career progression with confidence
Executive Mentoring via a Coaching style for: Stepping into a new role and senior management with great enthusiasm and a desire to succeed
Executive Coaching for: Leading an established school through unchartered, current challenging times
"Chrissy has been an outstanding coach and I am truly grateful for the experience. She is an incredible listener and made me feel heard and understood at all times. Chrissy demonstrated exceptional active listening skills, insightful questioning and an ability to create a safe and open space for discussion. She was incredibly supportive while also challenging me to think differently.
Her approach is both professional and personable, making every session valuable and insightful. I highly recommend her coaching to anyone looking to grow and develop in their professional journey."
Zoey Ward
Interim Co-Head of School & Head of Prep
Oldham Hulme Grammar School
"Through my coaching sessions with Chrissy, I was able to achieve my goal of securing a place on a course. By applying the strategies and insights we discussed, I gained a significant boost in confidence. The sessions were thorough and helped me map out a clear plan, which I brought into my meetings. This clarity allowed me to focus on my key discussion points and express my thoughts with purpose.
Chrissy is incredibly approachable and professional. I wholeheartedly recommend her services and will definitely be returning for further coaching in the future."
Hollie Moongate
Midwife
St Mary’s Hospital
"Chrissy’s knowledge and experience within the field is invaluable. As someone new into leadership, I felt I could offload but also use Chrissy’s expertise and guidance to find my own path to barriers I was facing. My ability to communicate with colleagues and strategies to deal with different types of people within a school environment has significantly improved. I feel a massive change in my leadership ability since September and believe this is down to the constant reflective practice I have undertaken as a result of these sessions.
Thank you - an invaluable course that has definitely helped!"
Sophie Curzen
Head of Culture and Engagement, Head of Y8, Primary Liaison, Transition, Events
Sharples School
"Chrissy is an outstanding senior leader with an exceptional track record in primary education. As a former Principal of a large Independent Primary School in the North West, her depth of knowledge and expertise is truly unparalleled. Chrissy's ability to navigate challenges with resilience, vision, and unwavering dedication is a testament to her strength of character. She leads with integrity, inspires those around her, and remains a driving force in shaping high-quality education. Any institution would be fortunate to benefit from her leadership and insight."
Devin Cassidy
Principal 3-18
Fulneck Independent School
Executive Coaching for: honing on leadership skills and managing time, workload and people
In just a few sessions working with Chrissy has given me the space, time and professional coaching to think, explore and consciously plan solutions in my leadership role. My critical thinking and reflection skills have improved, and I look forward to more sessions.
Emma Tonge
SEND Service Lead
Blackpool Authority