I am delighted to be taking up the role of Executive Headteacher for 2026-27- a new position created to further strengthen the partnership between our school and The Athelstan Trust. My role is to provide strategic leadership, support the continued development of our staff and leaders, and ensure that every child benefits from the highest quality education and opportunities. By working closely with students, colleagues, families and the trust, I look forward to helping shape the next stage of the school’s journey and building on the strong foundations already in place.
My five years at Bradon Forest as Headteacher have reinforced my belief in the power of education to transform lives and the importance of creating environments where every child feels supported, challenged and inspired to succeed. I am extremely proud of the standards at the school and the outstanding staff that go above and beyond to create opportunities for students to flourish.

I have worked in education for over 30 years in a range of schools and have held various senior leader positions within the Athelstan Trust for 12 years. I originally trained as an English teacher and I am passionate about books and the power of reading. I also firmly believe that a school should offer a wealth of opportunities for all students to excel in range of activities and I am proud of the outstanding extra – curricular provision that Bradon provides.

I feel incredibly privileged to be part of the Bradon Forest community as Headteacher. I believe strongly in the power of education to transform lives and in the difference that great teaching, positive relationships and high expectations can make to every young person. For me, being an inclusive school means much more than simply providing opportunities for everyone. It means knowing our students well, listening to them and understanding their individual experiences and challenges. The lived experience of every child is important and I want every student at Bradon Forest to feel known, valued and that they truly belong. Alongside great teaching and an ambitious curriculum, strong pastoral care, positive relationships and respectful behaviour are essential. When these things come together consistently each day, students are able to thrive and develop confidence.

I joined Bradon Forest in September 2022, having previously worked in a large Wiltshire secondary school. During my time there, I have worked as assistant headteacher and more recently Deputy Headteacher each role bringing with it unique challenges and perspectives. I was born and raised in Sheffield and moved to the University of Exeter to complete my BA before returning to Yorkshire to undertake my Masters degree and PGCE. I have always been drawn to the opportunities that education creates and that remains one of the things I value most about working in a school.

As Headteacher, my aim is simple: to help create a school where every child can succeed, where difference is celebrated, where we treat one another with respect and where our students leave us believing that they can achieve more than they perhaps thought possible.

I started in teaching many years ago when working as an outdoor instructor in a number of outdoor centres around the UK before going on to complete a PGCE in secondary science at the University of Leeds. I have a Masters Degree in Science with the Open University, as well as undergraduate level modules in programming and more recently studied art in the West Highlands of Scotland at Bridge House School of Art.
I have been teaching at Bradon Forest for over 20 years and have had the privilege of teaching in a number of different Faculties and covering various responsibilities from data analysis to pastoral support as Head of Year at Key Stage 4. As an (Associate) Assistant Headteacher, my current responsibilities are to write and maintain the school timetable and also facilitate the Year 9 Options process, supporting students as they choose the subjects they will study at GCSE. I have always enjoyed working at Bradon Forest – other than a middle school in Bradford in the first year of my career this is the only school I have ever worked at. It’s the sense of community that has always kept me here and I will continue to do everything I can to ensure our students are as successful as they can possibly be.

I started teaching at Bradon Forest in 2017 and was appointed to the Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher in 2022. My current areas of responsibility include Data, Assessment, Examinations, Raising Standards and leading Initial Teacher Training. The most important aspect of my role is to ensure a strong assessment framework across the school and to track the academic attainment of students. I have taught at Bradon Forest for my entire teaching career to date, in part because I feel we provide our students with an environment to thrive and develop as young people. The strong sense of community at Bradon Forest is why I love teaching here.

In addition to my main role, I also run World Challenge expeditions. In 2025 I took a group of students to Morocco and in 2026 will be visiting eSwatini and South Africa as well as Borneo in 2027. It’s an enormous privilege to take Bradon Forest students away to incredible locations to experience the world we live in.

Unaspiringly, being a geography teacher, I try to travel as much as possible in the holidays, my favourite countries include South Africa and Vietnam.

I started teaching in 2007 working in both state and independent school settings across different councils. My responsibilities have been very varied throughout my teaching, but most recently, I have been with responsible for Safeguarding, leading on the EDI agenda, alongside managing a successful Drama and Performing Arts department. I love Drama. And completed my master’s in Theatre Studies at Royal Holloway University.

I was born in Zimbabwe, and I am fiercely proud of my African heritage. My background has shaped my passion for inclusion and diversity in education. As a teacher I really believe in life-long learning and in 2022 I completed my master’s degree in psychology. I am really interested in wellbeing in education, and strongly believe that promoting inclusive school environments rooted in mutual respect where pupils feel valued and welcomed is vital in ensuring that all pupils can flourish. Since joining Bradon Forest in September 2023 my current responsibilities include deputy safeguarding lead, overseeing the Year 7 cohort – including transition and primary liaison, as well as coordinating our house system and rewards.

I joined Bradon in 2024, having previously worked in schools in London, and this is now my third year at Bradon Forest. I am a PE teacher and have always valued the opportunities education provides to support young people both inside and outside the classroom. I believe strongly in the values that underpin sport and exercise, including teamwork, cooperation and resilience, and in their ability to help students develop confidence and a strong sense of belonging.

Before joining the Senior Leadership Team, I spent six years as a Head of Year. This experience has shaped my belief that knowing students well and understanding their individual circumstances is fundamental to helping them succeed. I have always particularly enjoyed the pastoral side of education and working with students, families and colleagues to overcome challenges and ensure that every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

As Assistant Headteacher, I am responsible for pastoral care and behaviour across the school. My aim is to ensure that Bradon Forest is a school where students feel safe, supported and valued, while also having high expectations of themselves and others. This belief system has led to my catchphrase, often quoted by students: “Be the best version of you!”

I am proud to be part of the Bradon Forest community and particularly value the strong relationships between students and staff. I want every student to leave Bradon not only with strong academic outcomes, but also with the confidence, character and resilience they need to succeed in whatever they choose to do next.