Katie has worked in education for over 27 years, beginning her career as a Teaching Assistant before qualifying as a teacher through the Graduate Teacher Programme. She has taught across Nursery, Early Years and Key Stage 1, and has experience working within a Resource Provision. Katie has spent her career working within Aspire Educational Trust and values the support and opportunities the Trust provides.

After completing the SENCO qualification, Katie moved into leadership roles including SENCO, Assistant Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher. She has also led music, been a Mental Health Lead and an Early Years Foundation Stage Lead and has completed the NPQLBC. This is her first headship, and she is currently completing the NPQH. She is also a qualified Mental Health First Aider.

Katie is passionate about inclusion and early years education, with a strong belief in the importance of building firm foundations for future learning.