Wessex Learning Trust
Our Team Heads of House
I joined Nailsea in 2019 after relocating back to South Wales, having previously taught in Cornwall. My primary subject is Physical Education, and I am keen to instil the values of teamwork, honesty and effort developed through sport, into the house ethos.
I have relished the opportunity to work at Nailsea, due its supportive, caring and inclusive nature as a school. I am proud to be the Head of Dragon House, working with such a dedicated and caring tutor team, who aim to support our Dragon members on their journey to realising their full potential, both academically and personally.
Members of Dragon House are proud ambassadors of their community, they always look out for one another, demonstrating tolerance, empathy and inclusivity.
I joined Nailsea School in 2022 having taught English in North Somerset and Bristol for over twenty-two years.
Having had the privilege of working in a variety of aspects of school life I look forward to using these skills with the students at Nailsea, helping them to realise their full potential academically and emotionally.
School is a once in a lifetime opportunity. My responsibility is to ensure that our students are happy, safe and supported as they journey through this part of their education and life with us.
I joined Nailsea School in 2010 as an English teacher, and now have over 20 years’ experience teaching Secondary students across all age groups.
I love teaching and alongside that I have a keen interest in pastoral care and pupil development, seeing these three things as completely intertwined. It’s essential that students find me accessible and it is my responsibility to find ways of getting to know them and support them both in and out of the classroom.
I’m proud to be Head of Phoenix House, working with a great team of talented and caring tutors to help all the students in our house realise their full potential both academically and personally.
I joined Nailsea School in September 2026 after eleven years as a pastoral middle and senior leader across all year groups in North Bristol. Before that, I spent six years teaching in primary education, working across all key stages. These experiences have shaped my commitment to supporting every student to aspire, believe, and succeed throughout their journey as part of Team Nailsea and of course, Team Unicorn.
My aim is to help students become the very best version of themselves, whether that’s building confidence and self‑belief in my maths classroom or supporting and celebrating personal achievements in my privileged role as Head of Unicorn House. I want every young person to know that I am someone they can trust, someone who will always act in their best interests. I care deeply about their wellbeing, their growth, and their future.
Team Unicorn, from staff to students, is incredibly proud of the strong, supportive community we have built. We recognise and celebrate individuality, encouraging each member of our house to strive for excellence in their own way. We believe that kind actions, combined with bold steps forward, create bright futures.