Hi, I’m Kirstin Dingle, the founder of Empowerment Consultancy.

I’m an experienced educator, literacy specialist and former trust-wide literacy leader with over 13 years of working in classrooms and leadership teams across a range of school settings. My career has been shaped by a deep commitment to equity, evidence-informed practice and a belief that every child deserves to become a confident, capable reader—regardless of background or starting point.

Throughout my time in schools, I saw first hand how powerful it can be when educators are supported, not just with programmes but with the right knowledge, coaching and tools to make a lasting impact. That’s why I started Empowerment Consultancy: to walk alongside school leaders and teachers, helping them turn literacy challenges into success stories.

My work is grounded in research, shaped by real-world experience and always tailored to the needs of the schools I serve. Whether you're building a whole-school literacy strategy, developing your staff’s reading pedagogy, or looking for clarity and direction as a leader—I’m here to help.

Let’s empower your team to raise confident readers and writers, together.

  • Coaching

    Coaching will empower you to set achievable goals with actionable steps to help you achieve them. It is a supportive process that empowers individuals to overcome challenges, build new skills and achieve their desired goals.

  • Mentoring

    Providing Literacy and Leadership support, mentoring is similar to coaching, but with expert advice and guidance throughout the process of achieving the goals set.

  • Consultancy

    Bespoke consultancy tailored to your school or multi-academy-trust’s needs offering literacy audits, curriculum development, developing quality assurance, change management and more!

  • Bespoke Training Courses

    Whether you are looking for trust-wide training or something smaller, Empowerment Consultancy can offer one-off or a series of training sessions to support staff development.

Empowering Educators.

Transforming Literacy.

Mission Statement

At Empowerment Consultancy, our mission is to equip school leaders and educators with the knowledge, tools and confidence to transform literacy outcomes for all children. Drawing on years of experience as an educational leader and literacy specialist, we partner with schools to build sustainable, evidence-informed practices that empower teachers and ignite a lifelong love of reading in every student.

At Empowerment Consultancy, we are guided by these core values:

  • Empowerment: We believe confident educators create confident readers.

  • Equity: Every child deserves access to high-quality literacy instruction.

  • Collaboration: Real change happens when leaders and teachers grow together.

  • Evidence-Informed Practice: Our work is grounded in proven research and classroom experience.

  • Sustainability: We help schools build capacity that lasts—beyond one-off programmes.

About Empowerment Consultancy

At Empowerment Consultancy, we believe that literacy is the foundation of every child's future—and that empowered educators are the key to unlocking it.

Founded by an experienced school leader and literacy specialist, Empowerment Consultancy partners with schools to strengthen literacy outcomes through evidence-based, sustainable approaches. With deep roots in the classroom and leadership roles across diverse school settings, we understand the real challenges educators face—and the powerful difference that informed, confident teaching can make.

Our mission is to support school leaders and teachers in building the capacity, clarity and confidence they need to help every student thrive as a reader and writer. Whether through tailored professional development, leadership coaching or whole-school literacy strategies, we are here to champion your growth—so you can champion your students.

“I felt at ease and able to discuss my challenges without a fear of judgement. Following the audit we felt really clear on actionable next steps and felt so motivated!”

– English Lead, Primary.

“It became really clear where we needed to focus our resources and attention. Feedback was actionable and concise.”

Deputy CEO, MAT.

“1:1 coaching has left me feeling much more confident in my role. I am more productive with my time and do less ‘busy work’. I can now prioritise the high impact tasks that help me reach my school goals.”

Assistant Headteacher, Primary.

“When a high number of our Year 7 pupils arrived below their reading age, we were struggling to support them effectively. With clear guidance and a practical plan now in place, both staff and students feel supported and we’re seeing real progress in how pupils access the curriculum.”

Head of Literacy, Secondary School.

FAQs

What does Empowerment Consultancy do?

We provide expert guidance, training and support for school leaders and teachers to improve literacy outcomes. Our services include literacy consultancy, leadership coaching, staff training and whole-school literacy strategy development.

Who do you work with?

We work with schools, multi-academy trusts and educational organisations that want to strengthen their literacy provision. Our services are tailored for school leaders, teachers and teaching assistants at all levels.

How is your consultancy different?

With experience as both a school leader and literacy specialist, we understand the real challenges educators face. Our approach is research-informed, practical, and sustainable—ensuring strategies work in real classrooms and lead to lasting change.

What impact can we expect?

Schools we work with often see improved staff confidence, stronger literacy teaching practices, and measurable improvements in student reading outcomes. We focus on strategies that lead to sustainable, long-term gains.

What kinds of services do you offer?

  • Literacy coaching and consultancy

  • Leadership development and support

  • Bespoke training workshops for staff

  • Whole-school literacy audits and strategy planning

Do you offer bespoke packages for schools?

Absolutely. Every school has unique needs, so we design tailored consultancy packages to align with your goals, context and priorities.

Can you deliver online as well as in person?

Yes. We offer both in-person consultancy and virtual support, depending on your preference and location.

How do we get started?

You can book an initial consultation via email. We’ll discuss your school’s needs and design a tailored plan to support your literacy journey.

Do you provide ongoing support or just one-off training?

We offer both. While one-off training sessions are available, most schools find long-term coaching and support create the biggest impact.