ADVISORY

MALCOLM KERRIDGE

Malcolm Kerridge has a wealth of experience in academy trust strategy and management. During his career, he has focussed on all aspects of school improvement, both nationally and internationally. His experience includes both state and private sector, and spans FS/EY through to A Level. In addition, he has worked to shape national education practice, and for governments overseas.

Executive Headteacher

CHRIS DAVIS

Chris has worked in education for more than 36 years with the majority of that time with pupils displaying Complex Special Educational Needs. In his role as Headteacher/Principal of one of the largest special schools/academies in the UK, he gained many valuable experiences that have informed his practice as a Consultant to Schools and Local Authorities. He currently provides advice and support in many key areas including: School/Academy Development, Management Support and Development, and Curriculum Planning and Development.

Chair of Advisory Board

ZAHEER ESAT

I am a passionate leader with a breadth of experience in providing vision, strategic direction, planning for growth, and developing rich cultures that foster high-impact outcomes. My vast and varied experiences allow me to think outside of the box and I strive to always lead with a clear vision, a moral purpose, flexibility, resilience, and an unrelenting optimism that we can accomplish our goals.

Proprietor

ANTONIA NOBLE

Antonia’s career spans more than 25 years. She has worked as a criminal barrister, but she has also been in professional roles that have given her unique insights into the public sector at all levels, including children’s and adult services at a large County Local Authority. She has years of experience in various educational settings in government and advisory capacities, alternative provision providers, higher education, and Special Educational Needs Disabilities Multi-Academies Trust, where she is the vice chair. She also serves as a governor for mainstream schools in the Gloucestershire area. Her current focus is developing and delivering safeguarding courses for others, and teaching social workers who work in any capacity with safeguarding.

Safeguarding and Data Protection Expert

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