New Headteacher for John Kyrle High School confirmed

John Kyrle High School will have a new Headteacher from 1st September, the Chair of Trustees, Rod Barker, has confirmed.

The new Head, Mr Julian Morgan, lives locally, and is currently Principal of Devizes School and Sixth Form Centre.

In a letter to Parents and Carers, Rod Barker said: “He is a very experienced teacher and school leader and, having taught in Gloucestershire for a number of years, is no stranger to the area. Mr Morgan’s appointment came after a rigorous selection programme over two days and involving governors, school staff and a national leader in governance.”

Mark Burton, who has led the school since the resignation of the previous headteacher, said: “I am very pleased that we have been able to recruit such an experienced, knowledgeable and forward-thinking leader. I am greatly looking forward to working with Mr Morgan as John Kyrle continues its evolution.”