Marcia Jones

My coaching approach is supportive, student-centred and strengths-based, creating a safe and encouraging online environment where students feel listened to, valued and motivated to achieve their goals. Every session is tailored to the individual, recognising that each student learns differently and has unique strengths, challenges and aspirations.

Together, we will explore personal and academic goals, identify barriers to progress and create realistic action plans that build confidence, resilience and motivation. By understanding each student's preferred learning style, I can adapt coaching techniques to maximise engagement and encourage lasting progress.

Students will set achievable weekly and termly goals, celebrating successes while developing practical strategies to overcome challenges. Reflective journaling is encouraged to provide a space for self-awareness, helping students recognise emotional or mental barriers to learning and develop positive habits that support both academic achievement and personal wellbeing.

Sessions will also include practical activities to strengthen time management, organisation, communication, social and life skills, alongside simple wellbeing tools to help students monitor their progress and maintain a healthy balance. Work progress will be regularly tracked to enhance each student's learning, wins and outcomes.

To keep sessions engaging and interactive, I will use a variety of resources, including PowerPoint presentations, appropriate worksheets, templates, videos and guided coaching exercises. All coaching will be delivered online via Zoom in a professional, confidential, safe, and supportive environment, with clear coaching agreements, boundaries and personalised goals established from the outset. This ensures every student feels empowered to succeed, celebrate every win and reach their full potential.