National Secondary Leaders Network
The National Secondary Leaders Network (NSLN) connects, supports and empowers secondary school leaders to lead schools that flourish.
The NSLN brings together secondary school leaders from across the country to learn, collaborate and grow together.
Rooted in the Church of England's Vision for Education, the network champions:
Wisdom Hope Community Dignity
We believe that flourishing leaders create flourishing schools. Through high-quality professional development, networking and collaboration, NSLN supports leaders to strengthen their impact and sustain their vocation.
Our purpose
We know that flourishing school leaders are essential for flourishing children and schools. The purpose of the NSLN is to invest in every leader, so that they can see the impact of their own development in the lives of their students, their communities, and their own vocational journeys. Our vision is big – to enable flourishing leadership in every secondary school.
What are the benefits?
It’s all about connection. Through the NSLN, Headteachers and Senior Leaders can connect with other secondary leaders from over 70 schools, at a national and local level for peer support, resource sharing, national updates and local networking.
Many schools who have engaged in this network have then further developed their practice through running NPQ programmes within their school, as well as engaging in the Leaders Like Us programme to deepen their commitment to EDIJ across their schools.
Five reasons to join
Wisdom Through Learning
Access high-quality speakers, national thought leaders and opportunities for reflection.
Hope Through Support
Join a trusted network of peers who understand the realities of school leadership.
Community Through Collaboration
Build strong professional relationships and share excellent practice.
Dignity Through Development
Invest in your own leadership journey and strengthen your school's distinctive vision.
Flourishing Through Relationships
Develop leadership that is reflective, relational and sustainable.
How much does membership cost for 2026-2027 academic year?
£395 Annual School Subscription
Two places included at every national event
Access to three online briefings for the whole senior leadership team
Opportunities to feed into NSE consultations via online briefings
Collaborative learning with leaders from across England
Programme of events
2026–27
Hope in Action: Shaping Flourishing School Systems
Grounded in the Vision for Education, Our Hope for a Flourishing School System and Flourishing Together, this year's programme focuses on turning aspiration into action and building systems where flourishing becomes visible
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Wisdom at the Core: Inclusion as the Thread of a Flourishing School
Key Question: What must shift in our approach to inclusion so that every pupil grows in wisdom and knowledge?
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1 December 2026
9.30-10.30 am
Making It Stick - "What have we changed – and what have we avoided changing?"
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5 February 2027
Deeply Christian, Serving the Common Good - Celebrating 10 years of the Church of England Vision for Education
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Dignity at the Centre: God-given Worth and Flourishing
Key Question: How do we enable pupil leaders to shape culture and practice so that dignity, hope and flourishing are woven into school life?
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11 May 2027
9.30-10.30 am
Interpreting the Moment – “Flourishing in a Changing Policy Landscape.”
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Anchored in Faith: Deeply Christian, Serving the Common Good
Key Question: How can schools demonstrate hope through leadership, partnership and service to the common good?
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13 July 2027
9.30-10.30 am
Next Horizon – “Deepening and Scaling the Change.”
Get in touch
For further information and questions, please contact us.