Staff

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Head Teacher and DSL - Lydia Swinton

I have worked in SEN settings for over 20 years, supporting students with ASC, communication needs and learning disabilities. I have a BSc in Psychology, PGCE and MA in Special and Inclusive Education. I am passionate about all children and young people having an accessible and meaningful education, with a focus on preparation for adulthood. 

SENCo - Hayley Wiggins

Hayley is a qualified SENCo and has worked at Fitzroy since the school opened in 2022. Hayley ensures that all students have access to the resources, interventions and support they need to enable them to flourish and be successful in their education. 

Senior Teacher (Log Cabins provision) - Shannon Ray

Shannon has worked in SEN settings since qualifying as a teacher in 2020. Shannon is skilled in supporting students with complex needs to access the curriculum in creative ways. Shannon is Attention Autism and TACPAC trained, and advocates strongly for our pre-verbal students. 

Senior Teacher (Main School provision) - Ryan Mills

Ryan has worked in SEN settings since 2014, and completed a BA in Special Needs, Inclusion Studies and Educational Studies before qualifying as a teacher in 2020. Ryan is trained in Youth Mental Health First Aid, and uses this to promote the emotional wellbeing of students across the school.