THE FULHAM BOYS SCHOOL - Key Persons
We believe that outstanding education should not be the preserve only of those who can afford to pay for it.
We aim to create a pioneering model of education which bridges the divide between state and independent sectors, drawing on the strength of our community, to provide an enterprising, inspirational and supportive education, rooted in the Christian faith, which is unsurpassed by any school in the country. To do this, FBS has a unique model, which supplements state funding with annual donations from parents who give what they feel they can afford. This model does two things. Firstly, it allows us to provide an academic, pastoral and co-curricular education which would not otherwise be possible. Perhaps even more importantly, it creates a sense of community in which the success of the school is a shared aspiration among all those who are part of it.
FBS insists on the highest standards of dress, courtesy and approach to school life from its students and staff. This creates a happy, safe and purposeful atmosphere in which to learn and develop. We hope that you will wish to part of it. We can assure you that we will do all we can to ensure that your sons, our students, will flourish as young adults with energy, initiative and a "can-do" approach to life when they leave us.
Alun joined The Fulham Boys School in September 2013 as its Founding Headmaster setting up the school from scratch along with the other Founders ready for opening in September 2014. He became Executive Headmaster in April 2020 where his role was focused on extending the FBS brand of education supporting other schools with bids to the Department for Education to open new, Christian faith schools as well as developing plans for local, specialist provision.
Alun has 25 years' experience in the secondary education sector in a variety of schools. He speaks extensively at schools, universities and conferences in the UK and overseas. He has written regularly for national newspapers and Times Educational Supplement, and featured on the Radio 4 Analysis programme about ‘the problem with boys', as well as contributions on Radio 5 Live, Panorama, the BBC news, Channel 5 and ITV.
Amber graduated with a Business Science degree in Finance and Accounting from the University of Cape Town. She moved to London shortly after and worked as a Chartered Accountant at a large multinational Accounting firm in London. She left the corporate sector and joined the third sector where she worked as the Head of Finance for an International Development charity focussing on alleviating poverty in East Africa. During this time she travelled extensively throughout East Africa where she oversaw the Financial Operations of the organisation and additionally trained up staff in local offices with regards to Financial Management.
After many years in Accounting she decided to embark on her dream of becoming a teacher and recently completed her PGCE through Buckingham University. She joins The Fulham Boys School with eagerness and excitement and is looking forward to continuing her learning as a newly qualified teacher.
"I am so encouraged by the ethos and culture here at FBS. I believe that each boy has enormous potential and I am excited to witness all that the school does to harness this in their students."
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- Head of History and Politics
Arabella holds a Masters in Divinity from University of Edinburgh and has spent over fifteen years working in both the state and private schools sector after training at Lady Margaret School, SW6. She is a qualified Thinking Matters' Cognitive Coach and is passionate about ensuring all pupils have access to the depth of curriculum that outstanding schools offer. Having completed her NPQH, Arabella decided to combine her interests in progressive education and leadership with technology and found Meta Prep.
As a founder of The Fulham Boys School, she was closely involved with the development of the curriculum and the educational offer. She served as a governor until July 2019 and chaired the Education Committee.
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- Teacher of History and Politics
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- Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages
Ben graduated in 2012 with a degree in Spanish and French from Queen's University Belfast, before completing his PGCE in 2016. Prior to teaching, he worked in account management, dealing with international clients and putting his languages to good use. He taught in a large comprehensive school in Surrey before moving to London in 2022 to begin his career at The Fulham Boys School.
‘I am very much looking forward to developing confident and inquisitive linguists at FBS. Languages have given me so many opportunities and I look forward to showing FBS boys all the doors that languages can open'.
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Assistant Head Teacher: Quality of Education
Catherine studied English Studies and trained to be an English teacher at The University of Nottingham before moving to London and working as Deputy Head of English at a school in Tower Hamlets. Having taken a career break to care for her four young children, Catherine was delighted to join the team at The Fulham Boys School in 2019 as a Learning Support Assistant. She supports boys in lessons and teaches small groups to help them with their English and literacy skills.
"I love working at a school with such an exceptional ethos - the staff and the boys are a joy every day."
Charles graduated from London University and has lived in Fulham since 1983. He has run his own Landscape Gardening business in the borough for over 20 years. Passionate about providing sporting opportunity for all, he oversaw development of the sports curriculum at FBS.
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- Learning Support Assistant
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- Head of Mathematics
- Head of Maths
Chris joined FBS having worked as Mathematics leader in various schools in both Australia and the UK. Chris aims to develop a love of learning in the boys and endeavours to enhance the boys resilience, understanding and attainment in Maths.
"I am excited for the opportunity to lead the Maths cohort and I hope to develop the boys as excited, enthusiastic mathematicians who are keen to discover for themselves the wonderful world of Mathematics. The programme will enable the students to take ownership of their learning while also equipping them with the tools to be successful in further education."
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- Head of Careers and University Access
Claire Le Hur has an MA and PGCE in Classics and an MPhil in Second Language Education and Linguistics from Cambridge University. She has been teaching for almost 20 years and has held various academic head of department and pastoral roles. Before coming to FBS she was Director of Schools Partnerships and Community, worked on 6th form admissions and ran the Competitive Courses UCAS programme at her previous school. She is also a governor at a comprehensive in New Cross. She is currently studying for an MA at KCL in Education Policy and Society.
Claire is excited to work at FBS to help to build an outstanding and impactful University and Careers programme.
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- Learning Support Assistant
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- Assistant Head of Sixth Form ( Pastoral )
- Teacher of History and Politics
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- Head of House
- Head of Liddell House and Teacher of
Darren began his path to education by volunteering in a local school's PE department, which later led to him becoming a cover supervisor and teaching a variety of subjects. Outside of school term time, Darren worked as a youth worker for Everton in the community, facilitating the delivery of the NCS government programme. This programme helped to develop young people socially, personally and professionally.
Darren joined The Fulham Boys School after completing his PGCE at Edge Hill University in Lancashire. He has been teaching PE at FBS for five years now and has been Head of Liddell for three of them.
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Assistant Head Teacher: Behaviour and Attitudes, Designated Safeguarding Lead
David began his career in education as an English and Maths Tutor before becoming a Student Welfare Manager overseeing pastoral and behavior support. He then spent four years working at an alternative education provision in Tower Hamlets with pupils who had been permanently excluded from mainstream education. Following this David moved to a free school in Newham where he set up and managed an internal Behaviour Inclusion Unit to reduce the number of permanent and fixed-term exclusions pupils were receiving. This unit grew over two years to incorporate provision for pupils with low attendance and Special Education Needs.
"FBS has a fantastic reputation and I am delighted to be joining a strong pastoral team. The opportunity to help engage boys in education is an exciting role and I look forward to helping the boys maximise their potential.".
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- Head of Brunel House and Teacher of MFL
- Head of House
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- Headmaster
- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
David graduated with a degree in Theology from Kings College University of London. Since completing his PGCE in 2011 he has worked in three inner London schools. During this time David has led "Outstanding" departments, been a Head of Year and part of a Senior Leadership Team where the journey to outstanding was achieved.
David joined The Fulham Boys School in 2018. His firm belief is that education should be life-transforming. Students from all backgrounds should be able to both learn together and from each other to ensure that they meet their potential. Whilst academic grades are essential they cannot be everything; students need to develop both inside and outside of the classroom in order to be fully prepared to thrive in the world we live in.
"As a passionate Christian it is exciting to lead a school with a clear Christian ethos coupled with academic rigour. I have a desire to see young men flourish, to excel beyond their years and to believe in the person they were created to be.
Choosing the right secondary school is one of the most important decisions most parents take. We promise an academic education geared to make the most of boys' strengths and abilities, and a wide-ranging co-curricular programme to ensure every pupil leaves The Fulham Boys School inspired and confident.
Our new permanent home is truly equipped to bring out the best in every boy who walks through its gates. I am convinced that it will be quickly established as a Fulham landmark - and not just for our boys. I hope it will become a venue to serve all in our community who are excited by the school's three pillars - the Christian Faith, raising achievement for boys, and enterprise.
A school like FBS will always have strong ambitions and we are committed to growing and sharing our facilities, creating a legacy to serve the school, and our neighbours, for generations to come. Everything about FBS has been designed around the unique needs of our community, to be pioneers in boys' education. As an independent school, which is state as well as donor funded, all parents are asked to support the school practically and, where they can, by making voluntary financial contributions.
Strong leadership and our distinctive ethos have enabled us to attract outstanding, inspirational teachers. I am resolute that FBS continues to excite our staff and our pupils alike. And I'm determined that, if you choose our school for your son, his years at FBS will see him flourish, and find his unique talent and realise it, for the benefit of all.
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- Head of Biology and Professional Coordinating Mentor
Deborah studied Human Biology at King's College, London before completing her PGCE in Science and Maths at Loughborough University. Recently she completed a Masters Degree in Teaching and Learning at Bath University. She has taught at both state and private schools as well as sixth form colleges and was head of GCSE year group.
She has spent time in South Africa doing AIDS education in schools. Recently she took a 10-year break from teaching to move with her family to South Africa and Kenya to work with university students to empower future leaders to transform society.
Deborah has a passion for science and for empowering every student to be a successful learner and achieve their goals.
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- Teacher of Business Studies and Economics
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- Head of House
- Head of Wilberforce House and Teacher of Art
Eleanor studied Fashion Design at the Nottingham Trent University and went on to spend three years working in high street fashion at both a department store and fashion supplier, where she specialised in print design. Following on from this, Eleanor went on to complete her PGCE in Art and Design at the Institute of Education, UCL, where she worked in two secondary schools in London.
"I am thrilled to be able to teach Art and Design at The Fulham Boys School where boys are taught a dynamic and exciting curriculum. I am passionate about teaching my students how skills developed and explored in Art can be applied to the wider world. By embracing what Art has to offer it will help them become more creative, confident and well-rounded individuals."
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- Teacher of Science and Duke of Edinburgh Coordinator
Ellie graduated from the University of Bath having studied chemistry with a year in industrial placement, carrying out research and development in a materials lab. After a variety of experiences working with children and in science related jobs, Ellie completed her PGCE in Science at St Mary's University, Twickenham.
"It was an amazing secondary school chemistry teacher that made me love science and hence choose to study and pursue a career in it. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to inspire the same curiosity into the world of science for so many boys at FBS. I believe it is imperative that students have a varied education full of opportunities to shape them as a well rounded individual and FBS's ethos and pillars champion this. I look forward to aiding this mission as a supportive member of staff, Liddell form tutor and Duke of Edinburgh manager."
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- Teacher of Geography, PSHCE Coordinator
Fatimah graduated in 2018 from Queen Mary University of London with a 2:1 in BA Geography. She went on to complete her PGCE at Roehampton University. Fatimah is extremely passionate about her subject and is always looking for new ways to develop her specialism knowledge. Fatimah enjoys travelling, meeting new people and pushing herself outside her comfort zone.
Fatimah spent 20 days travelling in Malaysia and Singapore conducting research on the role of civil organisations and the refugee crisis!
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- Learning Support Assistant
Georgina graduated from The University of North London with a Diploma in Social Work and BA Honours Degree in Social Science, which encompasses, social care, health and education.
Georgina also completed a one year counselling course at Birbeck University, central London. Georgina has an N.N.E.B Diploma and has work experience in nurseries, primary schools, children's assessments and development centres.
"Before joining FBS, I worked as a Social Worker, Family Support Worker for over 19 years. The majority of my employment has been directly working with children, young people and their families in various local authorities, and hospitals, from different social economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
I am a proud mother of two boys, and live within the borough.
I am passionate about supporting young people to recognise their potential and find strength, sometimes in challenging situations, setting goals and reaching those goals and feel FBS is the perfect school to be joining.
"I am thrilled to be working with a very experienced, enthusiastic, and motivated team."
Grahame is a graduate of the University of Leeds and a Chartered Accountant. His financial and commercial expertise includes development of an on-line educational platform, providing educational services to governments and establishing a British curriculum school in Abu Dhabi, where he was also on the Governing Board. His financial acumen was pivotal to the secure establishment of the school in its first year. Grahame served as a governor until his work took him back to the Middle East in 2015.
Helen has an English Language and Literature degree from University College London and an MA in Acting from The Drama Centre London. After graduating, she pursued her passion for theatre working as an actor, director and workshop facilitator. Helen gained her PGCE from King's College London and was awarded the Blackwell Prize for the English cohort. She completed placements at Archbishop Tenison's School in Lambeth and Arts and Media School, Islington.
"I am tremendously excited to be joining the dynamic and innovative team at The Fulham Boys School. From the very minute you set foot inside the building, it's impossible not to feel inspired by the positive energy and buzz of learning! I am thoroughly looking forward to supporting the boys to fulfil their true potential, take risks and achieve ambitious goals."
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- Assistant Head of Sixth Form ( Pastoral ) and Second in Charge of Maths
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- Teacher of History and Politics
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- HR Advisor, Clerk to the Governing Body
A BA Hons graduate from Cambridge, Jonny spent the first half of his career in marketing in Unilever and Cadburys followed by the last 15 years working as a freelance business developer and marketing consultant for London based professional service companies in the marketing and advertising arenas.
He was the inspiration behind the idea of a new boys' school in Fulham. He served as the first vice chair of Governors, and chaired the Resources Committee, before stepping down in September 2015. He remains a member of the school's Sports committee.
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- Learning Support Assistant
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Assistant Head Teacher: Behaviour and Attitudes
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- Head of Modern Foreign Languages
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- Teacher of Drama, Theatre Performance Outreach Coordinator
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- Sport and Co - Curricular Administration Coordinator
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- Head of Finance
- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Data Protection Officer
- Head of Finance and Operations
- Head of Finance for Ways to Donate or Click Here to Make a One - off Card Donation
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- Teacher of History and Geography
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- Learning Support Assistant and Teacher of Latin
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Deputy Head Teacher: Quality of Education
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- Head of Business Studies, Computing and Economics
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Assistant Head Teacher: Director of Sport and Co - Curricular
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Assistant Head Teacher: Head of Sixth Form
- Head of Sixth Form
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- Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Rebecca has 20 years experience in the media and in public relations including working as a journalist on several national newspapers. She specialises in handling corporate communications and reputation management. Rebecca remains an active member of the school's sports committee.
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- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Deputy Head Teacher: Christian Ethos and Personal Development
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- Sixth Form Administrator and Attendance Officer
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- Admissions and Attendance Officer
- Attendance Officer
Simon is an architect with over 30 years experience including buildings for schools in the primary, secondary & tertiary education sectors. He was closely involved with assessments of potential sites for the application process and in locating FBS's temporary and permanent homes.
In 2010, Sophia became the founding force behind the idea of a new boys' secondary CofE school in Fulham. She remains an active part of the Friends of FBS. She graduated from Reading University with a degree in Geography and has 17 years experience in sales. She lives in Fulham with her husband, Alex, and three sons, and runs her own relocation agency business.
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- Learning Support Assistant
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- Head of Dickens House and Teacher of Science
- Head of House
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- Learning Support Assistant
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- Assistant Head of Sixth Form ( Academic ) and Teacher of English