I’m
Dr. Adam McCartney,
My passion is Psychology and Education
I was fortunate and knew my passion lay in Psychology and Education
Through my 15 years working in education I have learned that happy communities create great learners, regardless of age. Just ask about our outcomes for schools!
I have dedicated my career to using psychology to create these communities. The key lies in creating and nurturing connections through sound, evidence-based methods.
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When you work with me and my team, we develop strategies that are evidence informed and focus on community systems that nurture learning. Teachers feel reassured that they are doing what is best for their students. It provides your families with confidence that their child is getting the best support. It allows your students to feel safe and develop the confidence to try new things.
My Journey
During the recession, when I was working in a college trying to earn enough just for petrol, I found my passion – education and psychology. A video by Ken Robinson provided the missing puzzle piece. He spoke about creativity in education and why it was important. His passion for education radiated through the screen and resonated with my drive to help people in life.
From that point, I dedicated my life to using psychology to support children and their families through education. I went on to work as a National Project Lead in Mencap, supporting children with learning disabilities to access their communities.
I then managed to step into the education world; supporting disadvantaged students – whether through lack of opportunity or by traumatic experiences. I helped them to achieve in school through direct tutoring, some of whom went on to become psychologists themselves.
I then applied to the doctoral training programme in educational psychology. I was fortunate enough to be offered a place and completed my training in Educational Psychology and relished the opportunity to go on to support community organisations and local authorities. I was fortunate enough to pick up some relished opportunities. During this time I learned that shared learning journeys are vital for learning and wellbeing.
I have brought my skills to a national and international level too. I was the Deputy Chair of the BPS Accreditation Committee for the training of educational psychologists. From this role, I progressed to become the General Editor of Educational and Child Psychology journal, an international peer-reviewed academic journal. But I wasn't done, I needed something that cut through to the core of the problem within education. I needed to get in the driver seat again and work directly with schools.
Developing our framework
From my own research I was able to develop the PIMS (Psychologically Informed Management System) framework. A comprehensive approach to build complementary interventions within management and education systems. This model has been central to success within staff well-being, attendance, inclusion, and Ofsted preparation. My proudest moments come from seeing school communities move from turbulent times to thriving, moments I love to relive and which motivate us to embark on the next challenge.
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If you value your learning community like us, then book a no charge conversation with me and see if we are a fit.
MEET THE TEAM
Although we’re small, we’re growing fast. As more schools recognise the value of psychology-informed approaches, our team is expanding to meet demand. Each new person we welcome strengthens our ability to make a difference — whether through consultancy, training, research, or hands-on support.
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We are a group of professionals committed to using psychology to empower teachers and senior school leaders, so that all children and their families can thrive in education and within their communities.
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