ABOUT EARLSCLIFFE Key Staff

Nicola joins Earlscliffe with an impressive professional background. Originally trained as a research scientist in biochemistry, she has worked with global teams and holds a PhD in Biochemistry alongside a first-class degree in Biotechnology. This strong academic foundation continues to...

Liam brings over 15 years of senior leadership experience from UK and international schools, with a rare breadth of expertise spanning both academic leadership and pastoral care from teaching and learning, curriculum innovation and school improvement, to safeguarding, boarding, wellbeing...

Julie co-founded Earlscliffe in 2012 and is our Director of Admissions & Marketing. Previously, Julie was Director of Sussex Summer Schools, which has run international Easter and summer programmes in Sussex and Kent since 2001. Before entering the education sector,...

Faculty Lead: SEND, PSHE/RSE As Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Leanne is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent students and works closely with families, teachers, and external professionals to ensure individual needs are recognised and championed. Leanne holds a BA (Hons) in...

Faculty Lead: Business & Economics Anna grew up in Kent and began her career in education teaching in London. Following a successful six-year tenure, she moved to the Middle East. Anna spent a decade teaching and ultimately serving as the IB...

Faculty Lead: Art & Design, Photography, Sport & Psychology Laura graduated from Canterbury Christ Church University with a degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology and completed teacher training in 2010. Since then, she has worked as a dedicated Physical Education and...

Faculty Lead: History, Geography & Politics With 16 years of teaching experience, Michelle brings passion, expertise, and enthusiasm. Holding a BSc in Human and Physical Geography from the University of Reading, a PGCE from Canterbury Christ Church University, and a...

Faculty Lead: Maths & Science Jane began her career as a mathematics teacher, following the completion of her degree in Pure Mathematics and subsequent teacher training. Her deep understanding of mathematical concepts, combined with a natural flair for teaching, quickly led...

Faculty Lead: EAL & Languages Svetlana is a highly accomplished multilingual education professional with over 25 years of experience in teaching English to international students across all age groups. As EAL, Languages & International Transition Year (ITY or Year 11) Lead...

Jonathan brings over a decade of senior leadership experience in private school settings. He was educated at Brunel University and the University of Leicester, where he earned an MSc in Educational Leadership. Throughout his career, Jonathan has consistently demonstrated excellence...

Paul has been working in education for 36 years and, following a career in boarding and as a designated safeguarding lead in a range of schools and colleges, joined Dukes in 2017 as the colleges Compliance Director.