Our People
Our People

“Thank you for visiting our website and your interest in our school.

At Haven Nook, we pride ourselves on being more than just a school. We are a family, dedicated to nurturing the unique strengths and amazing talents of every student. Our commitment to our students flows throughout our community, connecting learners and their families and carers, senior leaders, teachers, and pastoral staff. We believe that through empowerment and inspiration, we can help our students reach their full potential and become aspiring young adults.

Our team of skilled and compassionate staff are dedicated to providing the foundations for education and independent living skills. Together, we create a safe and nurturing environment where students can aspire, learn and achieve.

As you read through our website, I invite you to learn more about the Haven Nook community and the opportunities we offer to our students. We understand that choosing the right school for your child is an important decision, and we are committed to supporting you through every step of the process.

Thank you for considering Haven Nook as a potential school for your young person. We look forward to welcoming you to our community and helping your young person achieve their dreams and aspirations.”

Ruth Minhall

Proprietor

Senior Leadership Team

Wojciech Bialek

Wojciech Bialek

Acting Head of School/ Designated Safeguarding Lead / SENDCo

Joe McClure

Joe McClure

Assistant Head Teaching and Learning / DSL/ Acting Deputy SENDCo

James Burrows

James Burrows

Assistant Head (SENDCo in Training)

Thrive

Anne-Marie Fewins

Thrive Lead / Interventions Lead

Kyle Hearn

Thrive Lead/Teacher

Teaching Staff

Skye Fitzpatrick

Teacher

Dominique Vaughan

Teacher

Matthew Sims

Teacher

Joel Haines-Lynsdale

Teacher

Ruth Barnes

Teacher

Jack Miller

Attendance Officer / Teaching Assistant

Miranda Twyman

Teaching Assistant

Betsy Newton

Teaching Assistant

Jack Field

Teaching Assistant

Emma Brown

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Francesca Frawley

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Group Leads

 

Ruth Minhall

Proprietor and Group CEO

Angela Hughes

Director of Group Education

Lydia Blench

Group Education Partner

Emma Sedgwick

Group Safeguarding Lead

Amanda Thompson

Group Thrive Lead

Holly Wilkie

Group SENDCo

Governors

Celia Buxton

Chair of the Governing Body

Alice Edgington

Governor

Chair of Governors:
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General Enquiries:
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Senco Enquiries:
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