Our Staff
Academic Staff Lists
Welcome to West Buckland School, where academic excellence is not just a goal but a proud tradition. Our remarkable track record in academic achievement is a testament to the exceptional dedication of our staff. With a team committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals, we strive to provide nothing short of the finest education for our students.
Phillip Stapleton – Head
Sarah Atkinson – Head of Prep School
Kate Corbin – Deputy Head Pastoral
Matt Brimson – Head of Sixth Form. Deputy Head Academic
Richard Boyle – Assistant Head: Head of Boarding
Angus Calder – Assistant Head: Pupil Development
Rob Paler – Director of Education and Global Partnerships
Claire Candlish- Bursar and Clerk to Governors
Sarah Phillips – Prep School Deputy Head
James Hart Prieto – Director of Digital Innovations and Systems
Alice Brown – Assistant Head Operations & Opportunities
Katie Hill – Assistant Head: Head of Middle School
Noah Shawcross – Head of Biology
Dave Brown – Head of Courtenay House, Acting DDSL
Becky Wadey – Head of Geography
Jonathan Wilson – Head of Economics and Business, IBCP Coordinator
Alasdair McCombe – Head of English
Dom Carter – Director of Prep Music
John McKerrow – Head of Grenville House and Head of History
Nick Smith – Director of Music
Christine Hamilton – Head of Maths (Maternity cover)
Marylee Scott – Head of Maths (Maternity leave)
Dr Nick Jacques – Head of Chemistry
Rob Holman – Director of Sport
Alice Brown – Assistant Head Operations & Opportunities
Angus Calder – Assistant Head Pupil Development
Alex Priest – Head of Rugby, PE and Sports Teacher and Housemaster
Lizzie Hanner – Head of PE and Netball
Jo Hale – Prep School Sports Coordinator
Geoff Turner – Head of Girls Hockey, PE and Games Teacher
Kate Rickard – PE and Games Teacher and Assistant Head of Grenville
Joe Hastie – Head of Cricket, PE and Games Teacher and Assistant House Master
Gerrie De Beer – Head of Boys Hockey
Sam Carr – Head of Athletic Development
Chris Gill – Head of Tennis
Nicole Wickett – Sports Development Coach
Rebecca Varley – Head of Dance
Izzy Manley – Graduate Assistant Teacher
Max Walker – Graduate Assistant Teacher
Richard Boyle – Assistant Head: Head of Boarding
Mike Reed- Lead House Parent Parker’s
Harriet Dare – Lead Houseparent Parker’s (Maternity Leave)
Kimberley Turner – Boyer Assistant Houseparent
Kristin Bondy – Bamfylde Lead Houseparent
Alina Melchior – Lead Houseparent Gables
