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Wickenden Associates occasionally publishes articles on topics of interest to Heads of Schools, trustees, aspiring school leaders, and candidates in our searches. We also conduct periodic national surveys of Heads to explore issues related to governance and the headship profession. Free pdf versions of these articles are available in our Leadership Library.
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Founded by former Princeton University Dean of Admission James Wickenden in 1986, Wickenden Associates ranks among the nation's premier independent school consulting firms. Our clients include schools large and small, coeducational and single-sex, boarding and day. Mirroring the broad universe of independent schools, our client list demonstrates our ability to tailor our services to the unique needs and values of each school we serve.
Each and every Wickenden Associates client benefits from the
wisdom, experience, and energy of our
talented team of consultants.
While best known for our Head of School search work, we are a multifaceted consulting firm. Now in our 25th year of service to independent schools, we are proud of our ongoing relationships with schools and school leaders, many of whom turn to us time and again for a variety of services.
What sets us apart?
- Our Experience We have conducted more than 300 Head of School searches and performed hundreds of other consulting assignments for independent schools. No one can match the breadth or depth of our knowledge in this arena.
- Our Network We maintain active relationships with a large and diverse group of talented educators and inspiring leaders across the country. Our comprehensive database – constantly refreshed – includes more than 10,000 current and prospective educational leaders.
- Our Process Our team-based approach ensures maximum guidance and support at every stage of the search. Thorough, inclusive, and flexible, we work with each search committee to tailor a recruitment and communications strategy that fits the school's unique circumstances. Our candidate research and reference checking are the best in the business.