Meet the Trust Leadership Group

Having been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer for PACE Academy Trust in September 2021, I feel privileged to be leading such a flourishing trust, where our schools work closely in partnership with each other, whilst remaining vibrant and creative settings in their own right. Our schools are diverse in size, context and locality and we use this diversity to learn from each other; this is what makes PACE a special place to work.  

I have worked as a headteacher and executive leader in a diverse range of schools across Croydon, Surrey and Sutton, including roles within other MATs. This breadth of experience has provided me with insight into the vast achievements that are accomplished by schools, as well as the challenges that different settings face.  My role as an executive leader for a contrasting Multi Academy Trust provided an opportunity to see ‘first hand’ what can be achieved by a group of schools working in partnership towards the same goals and the NPQEL qualification that I achieved in 2019 embedded this further. Having spent most of my headship years as a leader within the maintained sector, I completely understand the caution you may have as a leader when contemplating joining a MAT.  However, I can absolutely assure you of the benefits that being part of a small Multi-Academy Trust bring. The opportunities, team-work, sense of security and the support available is second to none- and incredibly reassuring in a climate of educational and financial uncertainty.

I am passionate about inclusion, the UNICEF rights of the child and ensuring all learners appreciate the value of diversity and understand the importance of equality. As the CEO of PACE, I am committed to ensuring that every child receives an excellent educational experience, empowering them to achieve their full potential as learners now, but also equipping them to flourish as adults in the future.