Teaching & Learning Team

At Barnwell we believe that outstanding and inspiring teaching is essential to ensure all our students reach the very best they are capable of. Our staff work tirelessly to continually improve and develop teaching practice to maximise the learning of our students.

We have a highly experienced and skilled team of Lead Practitioners who constantly lead the development of our learning community. On a weekly basis, they make a much valued contribution to the development of our teaching practice across the school, leading on a number of successful developmental strategies.

Please also visit our Why Barnwell? feature page to read of the opportunities and experiences enjoyed by a number of our current staff, at contrasting stages of their careers.

Marie Hart

Formerly an Advanced Skills Teacher for whole school teaching and learning and Geography. I am now a Lead Practitioner with responsibility for stretch and challenge and memory enhancing strategies.

My first degree was in Physical Geography at Reading University. This was followed by a MSc in Transport Planning and Management. I studied for my PGCE at Reading University

Although I have been teaching for twenty-five years, I have and continue to relish the opportunity to research, embrace and deliver new methods and techniques to both students and staff. Former areas of responsibility include the successful GO coaching programme and the development of creative ICT across the curriculum.

Alice Mitchell

As an ex-Barnwell pupil I now teach Maths here and have a strong belief in promoting and creating confident, successful and passionate students. I studied for my Maths degree at the University of Hertfordshire and also completed my PGCE there.

I enjoy finding new ways of teaching and learning and sharing with my department and other members of staff. I like to trial new methods and continuously improve my practice.

I have a keen focus on technology in the classroom and how we can utilise this to ensure students have the best possible experience. Making sure we can evolve with the changing world around us and help prepare young people for their futures.

Holly Emmett

I am a reflective practitioner, with an ever-evolving knowledge of pedagogy and a positive growth mindset.

I actively seek to use both CPD and pedagogical knowledge to share good practice, develop subject knowledge and to support students and staff to reach their full potential.

As well as a classroom English teacher, I also lead the development and coaching of New and Early Career Teachers.

I continue to strive to provide consistency, challenge and inspire creativity in all aspects of my roles.

Aimee Cope

During my nineteen years of teaching experience, I have developed my pedagogy and classroom practice whilst working at a range of schools across Middlesex and Hertfordshire; including a special school for students with SEMH.

During my 6 years here at Barnwell School, as well as being an English Teacher, I have also held positions of Lead Practitioner for Literacy, Literacy Co-ordinator and now my current role as an Early Career Teacher Mentor and Facilitator.

It is my fundamental belief that all students are entitled to high quality education, therefore I ensure that my own teaching is of a consistently high standard, and I am enthused that this year I have the privilege to be a part of developing the next generation of outstanding teachers at Barnwell.

David Smith

I'm Passionate about teaching and learning, with the aim to provide all learners with exceptional learning experiences and opportunities.

Almost 30 years of reflective practice, working at schools across Redbridge, Enfield, Essex and now with 10 years at Barnwell, in addition to facilitating CPD and supporting the development of those new to teaching.

I'm a Geography specialist with a senior leadership background in curriculum, assessment, high attainment, online learning, and pupil premium.

Deborah White

I have remained fascinated by how people learn and develop across more than 30 years in teaching. I get a real buzz out of developing my own skills and knowledge and have a habit of ‘collecting’ new hobbies and a reputation for curiosity.

I try to infect students, teachers and parents with the same love of learning in all areas of my practice, but most centrally, in my focus on teaching and learning in the classroom.

I have relished the opportunity to explore the pedagogy of teaching subjects beyond my specialist field of the Arts, and I am currently working hard to master the teaching of KS3 Science.

I lead on CPD and Coaching within Team Barnwell and have a real belief in the power of rehearsal, practice and repetition to promote mastery and excellence.