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Our staff
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Leadership
Setting the direction and culture of LCE Academy.
Sam GrayHeadteacherSam leads LCE Academy with a relational, compassionate approach focused on creating a safe, understanding, and transformative learning environment.
David JealDeputy HeadteacherDavid oversees key educational operations and curriculum delivery to maintain high standards across the academy.
Lindsey DrewsAssistant Headteacher and SENDCoLindsey provides strategic leadership across special educational needs and safeguarding, ensuring every pupil receives tailored support to thrive.
Krystian LiptrotProprietorKrystian founded Life Changing Education to transform the life aspirations and skills of young people, working in partnership with schools, trusts and local authorities.02 / 05
Safeguarding and SEND
Keeping every pupil safe, heard and properly supported.
Raheemot KaffoDesignated Safeguarding LeadRaheemot leverages elite sporting discipline and extensive pastoral expertise to embed a culture where safeguarding ensures every child thrives.
George NewsomeDesignated Teacher and Assistant SENDCoGeorge combines history teaching expertise with specialist SEND leadership, creating supportive, relational learning environments tailored to individual pupil needs.
Helen PottsSpeech and Language TherapistHelen integrates 17 years of classroom teaching with specialist speech therapy, equipping young people with vital communication skills.03 / 05
Teaching
Ambitious, engaging lessons built around each pupil.
Alisha PittTeacher, PE and PSHEAlisha delivers dynamic PE and PSHE curricula, encouraging healthy lifestyles, personal development, and raised aspirations across all age groups.
Andy MuzykaTeacherAndy draws on military discipline and trauma-informed primary teaching to build calm, structured, and engaging educational foundations for pupils.
Sam FlanaganTeacher, MusicSam combines international DJ experience with formal music teaching to deliver an inspiring, creative curriculum that unlocks pupil talents.04 / 05
Pupil support and wellbeing
Mentoring, wellbeing and practical skills for life.
Luke BarlowPhysical Wellbeing LeadLuke blends professional sporting discipline with HLTA classroom expertise, leading physical wellbeing and supporting pupils' mental health and pastoral development.
Ben CorlessAcademic and Relational SupportBen uses his vocational career journey to mentor young people, demonstrating how resilience and continuous learning open alternate pathways.
Ryan OsbaldestonFacilities Manager and Pupil MentorRyan oversees site facilities while mentoring pupils through practical, hands-on projects that develop essential employability skills and pride.05 / 05
School operations
The people who keep the school running smoothly.
Vicki SainsburySchool Administration LeadVicki delivers warm, professional front-of-house leadership, establishing immediate trust and representing LCE's relational values to all visitors.
Kathryn McAuleyHR and Business LeadKathryn applies 16 years of HR expertise and Master's-level insight to strengthen organisational infrastructure, supporting both staff and growth.