Kirsty graduated from the University of Oxford with a BA in Biological Sciences. Before becoming a teacher, she worked as a research assistant on marine conservation projects in Madagascar and Australia. Kirsty completed her teacher training through the Teach First programme. She joined Reach Academy in 2017 and has worked as a teacher and in middle and senior leadership. Outside of school, Kirsty is always on the lookout for her next adventure, be that between the pages of a book or underneath the sea with her scuba-gear.

Bethan graduated from Cardiff University with a degree in English Literature and Journalism before completing Teach First at Reach Academy Feltham in 2017. She is passionate about promoting the importance of the early years foundation stage (EYFS) and early oracy skills to all. Alongside being Head of Early Years, Bethan has worked in the early years departments at Oak National Academy, Ambition Institute and presented at conferences on early language development. She is proudly welsh and lives an active lifestyle!

Amy graduated with a degree in Musical Theatre from Bath Spa University before completing her teacher training with Ark Schools alongside Goldsmiths University. Amy’s approach to early years education is centred around building strong relationships with her students and their families, fostering a sense of belonging and community within the classroom. She believes in the importance of providing a supportive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their potential.

Charlie graduated from the University of York with a First class degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics. Charlie trained with Teach First and has taught exclusively in inner city London schools. He is extremely passionate about achieving the highest standards of education in comprehensive schools. More recently, he has completed a Masters in Educational Leadership and been a Head of Maths. Outside of school he is a keen football player and also loves reading.

Lily graduated from the University of Cambridge with a degree in Theology and Religious Studies before completing a masters in creative writing. She completed her PGCE at UCL, Institute of Education whilst training on the Pimlico SCITT programme as a recipient of the Future Teach scholarship. Prior to joining Reach, Lily worked in three London primary schools. She lives in Twickenham with her husband, Joe, and her dog, Netty.

Fadila graduated from the University of Strasbourg (France) in 2005 with a Masters in Translation and in 2007 with a Masters in International Communications. Fadila started working in Education in 2007 in France, England and Austria. In 2013, she obtained a BA in Teaching French as a Foreign Language from the University of Grenoble. In 2015 she moved to London to work as a French teacher. She also worked as a MFL Consultant from 2019 to 2022. Fadila currently lives in Acton.