St Catherine's Welcomes New Head

Published by St Catherine's School on Sunday 1st of February 2026

This year is a time of change at St Catherine's. The Board of Governors has appointed Mr Andrew McCleave as the new head who will take up his post from April 2026.

Mr McCleave will join St Catherine's from the Ballard School in Hampshire which, under his leadership, was recognised as the Co-educational School of the Year 2024. Mr McCleave is known for his pupil-focused appoarch which emphasises academic excellence alongside strong pastoral care. Before joining St Catherine's, Mr McCleave held senior roles at other leading independent schools, including Director of Studies at The Lady Eleanor Holles School and Deputy Head at City of London's Freemen School.

These leadership changes are being managed with a clear sense of shared purpose. We are focused on St Catherine's exciting future and on ensuring that the girls thrive. We are very proud of the school and our girls, and warmly invite you to join one of the upcoming open events.