Gary joined Batley Girls’ High School as Headteacher in September 2023, having previously been the Headteacher at Batley Grammar School (a through-school in our Trust). Prior to this, Gary taught in a large 11-18 comprehensive school in Leeds before taking up the initial post of Deputy Head at Batley Grammar School and progressing to Headteacher there. 

Gary’s subject specialism is Economics and Business Studies. Throughout his teaching career, he has also taught Law to 14-18 years old.

Gary is keen to ensure that all young people grasp the opportunities available to them, that school and education can provide, so that they can become positive successful role models in our community.​​​​​​

Debbie’s role is to inspire learners to accomplish beyond their expectations and to foster a motivation that stays with them throughout their lives. She has been at the school since 2000 and, in working here, has been able to develop in an environment that shares the same ethos and values. Here at the school, we model best-practice of how to treat others and Debbie is a firm believer that everyone has something of value to contribute.

She demonstrates that inspiring learners is integral to their success and encourages them to fulfil their potential. Debbie is mindful that as role models we need to connect on multiple levels; be committed yet disciplined in our approach, and work alongside learners and staff to deliver the best outcomes for all. Debbie attained her NPQH in 2018, which demonstrates her commitment to her own learning and dedication to the team here.

Susy joined BGHS in 2022 having taught since 2001. She has a wealth of experience from working in primary and secondary schools (one incorporating a Learning Resource Base), an independent school, a provision for learners at risk of exclusion from mainstream and in a Specialist SEMH Provision.

Since 2013, Susy has held middle and senior leadership roles in schools across three Local Authorities, with responsibility for SEND, Inclusion and Pastoral Care. She is passionate about enabling every learner to be fully included in every aspect of school life. Susy thrives on enabling learners to overcome any barriers to learning and celebrates their successes. She empowers our learners to meet and exceed their aspirations and achieve their individual goals.
 

Susy has a number of post graduate qualifications including School Leadership, Inclusive Education, National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination, (NASENCO) and the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leaders, (NQPSL). She has a Diploma in Psychology, is a Specialist Leader of Education (SLE) and has completed the Transforming Senior Leaders Award. Susy has successfully supported Leeds schools to improve, whilst Director of SEND in a large Leeds Academy, and continues to provide  input to Teacher Training at Leeds Trinity University.​​​​​