Head of department

Jo graduated from the University of St Andrews with an MA (Hons) in English and French and any attempts to deny that teaching was in her blood finally dissipated when she spent a year as an English Language Assistant near Paris as part of her degree. A PGCE at the University of Roehampton was a natural next step, and she began her career at the Henrietta Barnett School in Hampstead before a move to the independent sector. She brings a wealth of experience both academic and pastoral having taught at a variety of different prep and senior schools in London, Edinburgh, Surrey and Sussex. She previously taught English at Amesbury from 2016-2020 and is delighted to be returning to a school she knows very well. As a parent, she understands the importance of the form tutor role and looks forward to supporting members of her tutor group as they move into their final years at Amesbury. Beyond the classroom she is a keen runner, a fair-weather skier and an unashamed book hoarder.