Welcome To
Fig Tree International
Ann Palmer
CEO & Founder - Fig Tree International Ltd
Fig Tree International Ltd provides advice, challenge and support to schools both in the UK and internationally. This school improvement service has been established to give schools the opportunity to secure additional support and to provide high-quality training and help in the areas of school improvement, leadership development, executive coaching and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The team consists of experienced advisers/consultants with a strong track record of improvement and a thorough understanding of educational contexts.
We also work with corporations and other organisations in a leadership, coaching and team-training capacity.
Freeman of the City of London
Member of The Guild of Freemen of the City of London
'Education is the most powerful weapon which can change the world.'
Nelson Mandela
Fig Tree International Ltd
'I highly recommend Ann Palmer, one of the top CEOs in England and the world if you want to complete leadership CPD or professional development. She is a visionary leader who has coached CEOs, Executive Heads, Senior and Middle Leaders and entry level candidates.
I have witnessed her inspirational workshops and coaching. I recommend her and her team. Do not hesitate to book her as a keynote speaker. The audience will be enthralled. She is a leadership guru, a national treasure and includes training for global leaders overseas.' Javay
The Platinum Jubilee Pageant and Fig Tree International
Fig Tree International was shortlisted as one of seventy organisations in the Commonwealth and is featured in the official commemorative album which charts Her Late Majesty The Queen’s 70-year reign and Platinum Jubilee 2022.
Awards Announcement
We are delighted to share that Fig Tree International has been honoured with two prestigious awards in the Corporate Coaching & Recruitment Awards 2025:
Best Global Leadership & Education Consultancy 2025
Client Service Excellence Award 2025
These awards recognise our commitment to delivering world-class leadership development, exceptional client care, and a values-driven approach that places integrity, service and impact at the centre of everything we do.
Thank you to all our clients, partners and collaborators around the world. Your trust and belief in our mission make achievements like this possible.
We look forward to continuing to lead, innovate and serve with excellence.
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Global Education Conference
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Transformational Leadership in Global Education Conference
Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th September 2026
🗓️ Three dates available across February, March and April.
This session is designed for:
➡️ COOs and CFOs
➡️ HR Strategic Leads and School Business Managers
➡️ Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
➡️ Board members serving on finance, audit, risk or resources committees
What leaders will gain;
✔️ Clarity on how AI can reduce operational burden and cost
✔️ Confidence to lead AI ethically, compliantly and strategically
✔️ A clear understanding of COO, HR and DPO responsibilities
✔️ Practical frameworks to take straight back to your organisation
✔️ Stronger governance and assurance conversations at board level
Every participant will take away;
🔹 An Organisation-Wide Operational AI Maturity Matrix
🔹 The same matrix ready for RAG-rating
🔹 Role-specific AI handouts for COO, HR and DPO roles
🔹 Role-specific RAG-rating versions for COO, HR and DPO use
This is more than training, it’s an immersive leadership experience designed to help schools and MATs move from curiosity to confident, well-governed AI adoption.
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Fig Tree International Ltd has very significant experience in the field of education. We are professional, reliable and outcome-focused. We are values-driven and values -led.
Within Fig Tree International Ltd, there is experience of working within the primary and secondary phases, and partnering with universities. We have worked with principals, senior teams, Ofsted, the Department for Education, Governing Bodies, SEND specialist provisions, government and voluntary sector organisations, and corporations. Our international work has included partnering with the British Council and others. Fig Tree International Ltd is diverse and inclusive.
Why Our Clients choose Us
