LCE Academy Team
Headteacher
Sam Gray
Sam leads LCE Academy with a relational, compassionate approach focused on creating a safe, understanding, and transformative learning environment.
Assistant Headteacher & SENDCO
Lindsey Drews
Lindsey provides strategic leadership across special educational needs and safeguarding, ensuring every pupil receives tailored support to thrive.
Deputy Headteacher
David Jeal
David oversees key educational operations and curriculum delivery to maintain high standards across the academy.
School Administration Lead
Vicki Sainsbury
Vicki delivers warm, professional front-of-house leadership, establishing immediate trust and representing LCE’s relational values to all visitors.
Teacher
Sam Flanagan
Sam combines international DJ experience with formal music teaching to deliver an inspiring, creative curriculum that unlocks pupil talents.
Teacher
Alisha Pitt
Alisha delivers dynamic PE and PSHE curricula, encouraging healthy lifestyles, personal development, and raised aspirations across all age groups.
Designated Safeguard Lead
Raheemot Kaffo
Raheemot leverages elite sporting discipline and extensive pastoral expertise to embed a culture where safeguarding ensures every child thrives.
Teacher
Andy Muzyka
Andy draws on military discipline and trauma-informed primary teaching to build calm, structured, and engaging educational foundations for pupils.
Designated Teacher & Assistant SENDCO
George Newsome
George combines history teaching expertise with specialist SEND leadership, creating supportive, relational learning environments tailored to individual pupil needs.
HR & Business Lead
Kathryn McAuley
Kathryn applies 16 years of HR expertise and Master’s-level insight to strengthen organisational infrastructure, supporting both staff and growth.
Academic & Relational Support
Ben Corless
Ben uses his vocational career journey to mentor young people, demonstrating how resilience and continuous learning open alternate pathways.
Speech & Language Therapist
Helen Potts
Helen integrates 17 years of classroom teaching with specialist speech therapy, equipping young people with vital communication skills.
Facilities Manager & Pupil Mentor
Ryan Osbaldeston
Ryan oversees site facilities while mentoring pupils through practical, hands-on projects that develop essential employability skills and pride.
Physical Wellbeing Lead
Luke Barlow
Luke blends professional sporting discipline with HLTA classroom expertise, leading physical wellbeing and supporting pupils’ mental health and pastoral development.
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Whether you need to refer a student for an alternative provision placement, discuss bespoke staff INSET training, or access our specialist SENDCO hub, our team is ready to support your school.
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