New Sunderland start-up to transform school support with tailored consultancy

A new business aiming to improve the quality of education provided in schools has launched in Sunderland.

Eduspark Solutions, an innovative management support and education consultancy, aims to relieve the pressures faced by staff and schools, allowing them to concentrate on student enrichment. 

Offering bespoke packages of leadership development and skills enhancement courses, alongside an array of other services, the company addresses issues such as funding, culture or personal development.

Founder, Tyler Holmes, has a strong background within the education sector, with six years of experience under his belt, as well as qualifications in business management, bringing what he claims is 'a more balanced approach of social value and expertise.'

The new venture has received start-up support from the North East BIC's expert business advisers, from advice on funding to creating a business plan and looking at long-term goals, Tyler can launch Eduspark with confidence. 

Talking about his start-up journey, Tyler said: "I don't think there's anything like this in the market at the moment, and the way we can be so specific in targeting any challenges and the support we offer is what sets us apart from the rest. 

"I've always known I wanted to start Eduspark, but I wasn't sure how, so I reached out to the BIC and the support they've provided has been second to none. I was put in touch with Helen, a business adviser, and she's been a great help from structuring a business plan to setting long term goals - I had no idea how much support was on offer."

Eduspark prides itself on going beyond generic support by creating tailored solutions for each client, so that schools can focus on the education side of things, without having to worry about staffing, HR or legal matters. 

Helen Wardropper, business adviser at the BIC, said: "It's been a pleasure collaborating with Tyler to set up Eduspark. He's so passionate about the business and his dedication to making a difference in the education sector is evident in every aspect of his work." 

The start-up support from the BIC forms part of the Enterprising Sunderland project, which has received £1,271,885 from the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund Programme, managed in Sunderland by Sunderland City Council on behalf of the Sunderland Partnership.

Cllr Kevin Johnston, Cabinet Member for Housing, Regeneration and Business at Sunderland City Council, said: The Enterprising Sunderland programme is already making a very positive contribution to the city's economy, ensuring entrepreneurs are equipped with the necessary tools to grow. 

"Eduspark is another fantastic start-up, contributing to the education sector as well as providing societal value supporting school staff and cultures - I look forward to seeing Eduspark grow further." 

For more information on the North East BIC, visit: https://www.ne-bic.co.uk