Practical AI Strategyfor Schools
Helping schools adopt AI safely, strategically and effectively — through staff training, policy guidance, workflow automation and bespoke AI tools.
20 years in education · School leadership · Hands-on implementation
Daniel Pearson
AI consultant · Education leader · Director of Campus Mind
Practical AI Work in Schools
Selected school work
Trusted with AI consultancy at Eton College
Practical strategy and implementation shaped by the realities of leading schools — and built to work across the wider education sector.
Consulting work for
Eton College
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Building safer, school-controlled AI with Campus Mind
As Director of Campus Mind, Daniel is helping schools move beyond disconnected AI tools towards one secure platform shaped around their community.
- Aligned to each school’s knowledge, policies and priorities
- Role-based access for staff and students
- The oversight leaders need to adopt AI with confidence
Core Services
Comprehensive AI solutions tailored for schools
Digital AI Audit
A comprehensive review of your school's workflows, identifying where AI can save time, reduce admin, and improve outcomes. Includes on-site interviews, observations, and a full written report with actionable next steps.
Strategy & Policy Development
Work collaboratively to design GDPR-compliant AI policies for staff and students, alongside ethical guidance and practical frameworks for academic integrity and safe implementation.
Inset Day Training & Staff Presentations
Hands-on, department-specific training sessions showcasing real AI tools and time-saving applications. Practical, engaging, and fully customisable for your whole staff or individual teams.
Self-Hosted AI Tool (Add-On)
A secure, school-specific AI assistant powered by OpenAI, hosted under your control. Includes staff and student logins, preloaded prompts, and no reliance on external platforms like ChatGPT EDU.
Consulting
Tap into Daniel's deep experience to receive bespoke advice, strategy input, and targeted solutions for schools navigating the ever-changing world of AI in education.
Student-Facing Sessions
Dynamic assemblies and workshops that teach students how to use AI responsibly, ethically, and creatively, from academic integrity to future careers.
About Daniel Pearson
My Approach
Bringing clarity, strategy, and hands-on solutions to AI in education. With nearly 20 years in education, I understand the pressures school leaders face and how overwhelming AI can feel. As Head of AI and Digital Innovation and Director of Campus Mind, I combine school leadership experience with the practical work of building and implementing AI systems for education.
My approach is grounded in classroom reality. I don't offer theory - I offer tools that save time, strategies that make sense, and policies that protect staff and students.
Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or already feeling the pressure to respond, I'll help you cut through the noise and build something sustainable.
Key Highlights
Nearly 20 years of classroom and leadership experience
BA (Hons) - PGCE - NPQ in Senior Leadership
Current Head of AI and Digital Innovation
Director of Campus Mind
Proven AI strategy in a school setting
Pedagogy-first, GDPR-compliant approach
Our 4-Step Consultancy Process
A structured approach to transforming your school's relationship with AI
Initial Contact
INTRODUCE
Schools reach out via email or the contact form to share their goals, challenges, and current context. This step ensures we gather the right background information and confirm whether a consultation is the right fit before arranging a call.
Virtual Consultation
UNDERSTAND
A 30–60 minute online meeting to discuss your school's culture, priorities, and digital maturity. This stage explores where AI can have the greatest impact and sets expectations for the on-site audit.
On-Site Audit & Strategy Session
IDENTIFY
A full day in school spent meeting staff, observing workflows, and reviewing processes to uncover high-value opportunities for AI as well as potential risks. This collaborative audit provides the evidence base for tailored recommendations.
Bespoke Solutions & Roadmap
CREATE & SUSTAIN
A customised, GDPR compliant plan that includes policies, staff training, and recommended tools aligned with your school's ethos. This roadmap sets out clear options for sustaining and embedding AI, including measurable outcomes such as time saved and reduced workload. Ongoing support and implementation can form part of this step if required.
What School Leaders Say
Real feedback from educators who've transformed their schools with AI
"Daniel quickly identified where we were losing time and showed us how AI could make an immediate difference. His approach was practical, reassuring, and tailored to our school's ethos. The staff left the session inspired and confident to try new tools."
Head Teacher
Independent Day School
"The audit gave us a clear roadmap for safe and effective AI use. Daniel understood our concerns around GDPR and student misuse, and provided policies and training that made the leadership team feel much more secure."
Deputy Head
Boarding School
"What stood out was Daniel's understanding of both technology and teaching. He bridged the gap between innovation and classroom practice, leaving us with practical strategies that are already saving staff hours every week."
Director of Teaching and Learning
Sixth Form College
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions school leaders often ask
Yes, that's exactly what I specialise in. Every school is different, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach. My consultancy starts with data gathering and a strategic discussion with leadership to identify your school's specific needs, challenges, and opportunities. From there, we build a clear, manageable roadmap together.
Not at all. You don't need an internal IT team or technical expertise to begin. Some solutions are cloud based or web based tools and software. Depending on the goals will depend on whether IT infrastructure is required. The goal is always to make tools intuitive and useful from day one, with ongoing support where needed.
No, and it shouldn't. The AI tools I implement are designed to support teachers, not replace them and redirect teachers time too what matters, time with or for the student. For example, they can reduce admin workload, improve lesson resources, or provide revision support to students. Teachers remain at the centre of the learning experience.
Schools I've worked with have seen report writing time reduced by up to 80%, meeting minutes have seen similar gains of the usual time, and lesson prep streamlined significantly. These time savings create space for better teaching, student support, and leadership focus.
Yes, government guidance actually encourage responsible AI use within schools and are actively driving this forward. I ensure all AI use is compliant, with clear policies and data protections in place. I also help you develop your school's AI policy so that your principles, processes, and safeguarding requirements are aligned from the start with your schools ethos and vision.
Change can be daunting, which is why staff training and culture-building are part of guidance I provide for every project I deliver. These can be tackled with CPD sessions, department-specific training, and AI Ambassador Programmes, It important you bring staff into the conversation and ensure they feel supported, not sidelined.
This is a common concern, and it's exactly why I offer dedicated student AI literacy talk materials and presentations that staff can deliver. It's about setting a culture and providing tools for staff to engage with their students about appropriate use. A lot comes from aligning your policy however the talks teach students how to use AI ethically, creatively, and appropriately, reducing malpractice and fostering critical thinking.
Costs depend on the scope and size of your school, but I offer a range of packages based on the solutions that are right for you, from virtual consultations to full in-person digital audits and implementation. Every project is designed to be cost-effective and deliver measurable value in time, efficiency, and staff wellbeing.
That's entirely up to you. Many schools are happy with a one-off setup and training, while others prefer follow-up support or additional phases of development over time. The consulting is flexible and designed to grow with your school's confidence and needs.
The difference is in strategy, safety, and sustainability. I don't just recommend tools, I work with your school to understand where AI can genuinely help, help you set it up safely, and train your staff to use it effectively. There are also bespoke products that can be built for your schools specifically that provides a bespoke AI solution for your school. The result is a practical, school-wide solution tailored to your goals, not a disconnected experiment.
Let's Start the Conversation
I work with a limited number of schools each term to ensure deep, meaningful impact. If you're ready to explore how AI can support your staff and students safely, strategically, and confidently, let's talk.
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