Key Staff

Toby brings over 27 years of experience as a Head Teacher, having led schools across a wide range of educational settings. He began his career in boarding schools, including as Housemaster at Framlingham College, before becoming Deputy Head at Churcher’s...

Niall has been at Earlscliffe since its opening in 2012. Prior to joining Earlscliffe he held the post of Dean of Students at an international school in Istanbul, Turkey. Before taking up his post in Istanbul he held senior leadership...

Pete joins Earlscliffe bringing over 14 years of international experience in pastoral care, safeguarding, and boarding leadership. He holds a Master of Physics and a PGCE in Secondary Education from Loughborough University, and his career has seen him hold key...

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,...

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 her into leadership roles...

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 Diploma Coordinator at a...

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 Dance teacher, and in 2021 began teaching Psychology...

With 16 years of teaching experience and 8 years at Earlscliffe, 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 TEFL...

Leanne joined Earlscliffe as Special Educational Needs Coordinator in September 2024. She 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...

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.