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Meet our Senior Leadership Team

 

Mrs A Hart – Headteacher 

Why I enjoy working at RMGS... 

I enjoy working at RMGS because of our rich history and what we call the RMGS spirit. There is a real sense of community couched in our values of curiosity and belonging. 

Why I enjoy teaching my subject...

I have the pleasure of teaching Philosophy and Social Science, these subjects inspire curiosity, understanding and compassion. I believe education should inspire young people to think in order to make positive social change, philosophy and the social sciences do exactly that. 

Mrs E Horsrtup – Deputy Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead 

Why I enjoy working at RMGS...

I enjoy working at RMGS because our students never cease to amaze me with their abilities: they are academically successful, but character-wise they are even more impressive. 

Why I enjoy teaching my subject... 

I love teaching English because it helps our students empathise and makes them wiser and kinder as a result. 

 

Mrs Charli Napier – Deputy Headteacher – Curriculum 

Why I enjoy working at RMGS... 

I enjoy working at RMGS because of the students and the staff. There is a genuine community spirit in our school, and our students are wonderful, caring, inquisitive young people who make me smile. Our staff want the absolute best for our students, and they are proud professionals who are loyal and dedicated. 

Why I enjoy teaching my subject...

I love teaching English because it is a subject that is accessible and relevant to everyone. It is a subject that opens our minds and our hearts, and one that sparks creativity. I am passionate about the value of reading and the empathy, mindfulness, and knowledge that the practice of reading creates. 

Mr Mark McDowell – Assistant Headteacher – KS5 

Why I enjoy working at RMGS...

I enjoy working at Rainham Mark Grammar school because, our students are so caring and compassionate towards each other; their kindness and intellectual curiosity makes them a pleasure to teach.  

Why I enjoy teaching my subject...

I am a fan of the artwork/poetry of William Blake and a member of the William Blake Society. 

 

Mr A Smith – Assistant Headteacher - SENCO 

Why I enjoy working at RMGS...

The articulate way in which our students conduct and convey themselves every day is nothing short of amazing. This and the brilliant professionalism and expertise of our staff, make Rainham Mark an incredibly special place to work. 

Why I enjoy teaching my subject...

I trained as a teacher, to give something back to the subject that I love and see if I could help to inspire the future generations in the field of chemistry. My favourite topics to teach are rates at GCSE an organic synthesis at A-Level, topics which I feel best relate chemistry to real-life situations. 

Mr Kevin Frost – Assistant Headteacher – Science Learning Partnership  

Why I enjoy working at RMGS... 

I enjoy working in such a vibrant community of incredibly talented students and staff who share the same values of kindness and compassion. 

Why I enjoy teaching my subject...

I love teaching my subject as it opens students minds to fully appreciate the wonders of the world surrounding them. 

 

Mr Matt Brown – Assistant Headteacher – Data and Exams 

Why I enjoy teaching my subject... 

I love working at RMGS mainly because of the amazing students. They are inquisitive and eager to learn, and this makes for a great school to lead, teach and be part of. The staff are nurturing and are always willing to go the extra mile for the benefit of the students and this makes me proud to be part of the RMGS community.  

Why I enjoy teaching my subject... 

The subjects I teach, History and Politics, are great subjects to teach. Both encourage critical thinking, analytical skills, and debate, all of which, students at RMGS strive to develop.