Combinative Education

Combining our expertise to meet your needs.

At Combinative Education, we believe the most effective educational solutions come from bringing together expertise, innovation and a deep understanding of individual needs. Through Combinative Collective and Combinative Consultancy, we provide flexible, personalised learning pathways alongside specialist educational consultancy, leadership development and school improvement services.

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What we offer

Different needs. Combined expertise. Personalised solutions.

Educational provision

Combinative Collective

A flexible, asynchronous educational provision for young people aged 14–25, alongside learning opportunities for adults. We combine academic and vocational pathways with personalised support, enabling learners to build an education around their interests, individual needs and future aspirations. Our programmes can be accessed independently or commissioned by schools, trusts and local authorities.

  • Flexible, asynchronous academic and vocational learning pathways
  • Personalised programmes combining qualifications, coaching and SEND support
  • Commissioned provision for EOTAS, alternative provision and school-based inclusion
  • Opportunities for young people, families and adult learners
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Educational consultancy

Combinative Consultancy

Bringing together experienced professionals, leaders and specialists to deliver tailored consultancy, training and strategic support. Through our Experts at Hand network, we combine expertise across education, leadership, organisational development and specialist services to help schools, trusts, local authorities and other organisations overcome challenges, build capacity and achieve sustainable improvement.

  • Strategic leadership, organisational development and improvement
  • SEND, inclusion, safeguarding and specialist services
  • Quality assurance, governance and compliance
  • Bespoke consultancy, coaching, training and professional development
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Why Combinative

Experience that matters. Expertise that delivers.

Founded by Areyauna Rais-Firouz, an experienced educational leader, consultant and former Principal of the National Online School, Combinative is built on extensive experience across mainstream, specialist, alternative and online education, alongside national leadership development and inspection work.

Combinative means bringing different elements together. We combine professional expertise, innovative approaches and a deep understanding of individual and organisational needs to create tailored solutions. Whether supporting a learner, family, school, trust or local authority, our focus is on building meaningful partnerships, improving outcomes and enabling everyone to realise their full potential.

  • Experienced leadership and specialist expertise across education
  • Personalised, flexible and evidence-informed solutions
  • Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and quality assurance
  • Collaborative partnerships built on trust, transparency and accountability
About us
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How it works

Getting started is simple

  1. Get in touch

    Tell us what you're looking for, whether it's educational provision, learning opportunities or specialist consultancy support.

  2. Let's explore your needs

    We'll discuss your requirements, answer your questions and explore how our expertise can support you.

  3. Your personalised solution

    Together, we'll agree a tailored approach, outlining the services, support and outcomes you can expect.

  4. Let's get started

    We'll put your plan into action, working collaboratively to support progress and achieve meaningful outcomes.

What people say

I am incredibly grateful to have worked under Areyauna's leadership. She recognised my potential and gave me the opportunity to grow into a leadership role myself. Her guidance and belief in my abilities were instrumental in my transition to senior leadership, and I wouldn't be where I am today without her support.

Coreen Grant-Nembhard Director of Maths | NPQSL, MBA

Areyauna is a passionate, hard working and resilient senior leader. She has experience in many areas of school leadership and has led varied and diverse teams.

Wesley Davies Chief Executive Officer, The Two Counties Trust

Areyauna was the kind of manager who genuinely wanted me to grow. She challenged me to raise my expectations while showing empathy and always took the time to celebrate my high-quality work.

Jabed Miah Consultant, Capgemini Invent

Let's find the right solution for you.

Whether you're seeking personalised educational provision, professional expertise or strategic support, we're here to understand your needs and explore how we can help.

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