Ben Reading – Executive Headteacher at Maple Grove School and Chestnut Hill School
Having studied at Trinity College Dublin and the University of Cambridge, Ben has worked with children who have autism and additional needs and requirements since qualifying as a teacher in 2003.
Combining a Master’s degree in Behaviour Analysis with a commitment to relationship-based, person-centred support, Ben has always enjoyed working with pupils with the most complex needs. This has included children with challenging behaviour and communication difficulties, with a particular interest in curriculum design and assessment.
In addition to working in a number of very successful special schools, Ben has also worked as a specialist advisory teacher for Cheshire West and Chester’s Autism Team.
Other key members of our team:
- Nicola Sawyer, Head of School, Careers Lead, Deputy Safeguarding Lead
- Elle Bachelor, Deputy Head of School, Curriculum Lead, Deputy Safeguarding Lead
- Shelly Williams, Pastoral and Family Support and Designated Safeguard Lead
- Amy Baker-Ross, Office Manager
- Vicki Bell, School Administrator
- Claire Archer – PE instructor and responsibilities for medication.
- Jupiter Class Teachers- Sarah Igoe and Rachel Hall
- Neptune Class Teacher – Abbie Taylor
- Juno Class Teacher – Amy Hochard
- Apollo Class Teacher- Mackenzie Birney
- Mars Class Teacher- Charlotte Eardley
- Ceres Class Teacher- Holly Lloyd
- Luna Class Teacher- Alix Laing
- Venus Class Teacher- Joe Kapasi-Lloyd