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Meet our Team

We are currently recruiting staff for your new school and can't wait to add their names and faces soon! In the meantime, have a look at the team behind the pre-opening phase of Drakelow Park Flying High Academy.

Leadership

  • Chris Wheatley, OBE

    CEO Flying High Trust

  • Paul Goodman

    Deputy CEO

  • Claire Stirland

    Director of Education

  • Zoe Maxey

    Director of Business & Finance

Operations - FHP Central Team

  • Nick Layfield

    Head of Operations - Pre-Opening Team

    Nick is the Flying High Trust's Head of Operations. He is leading the pre-opening phase of our school.

  • Dave Morris

    Estates Projects & Development Manager - Pre-opening team

    Dave leads the development of our school site, working closely with contractors throughout the pre-opening phase.

  • Françoise Crawford

    Communications & Marketing Manager - Pre-opening team

    Fran is part of the pre-opening team, managing communications, and supporting admissions and community engagement.

  • Graham Livesey

    IT Service & Development Manager - Pre-opening team

    Graham is part of the pre-opening team, ensuring all IT is in place and the school is fully connected.

  • Stacey Morris

    Engagement Coordinator - Pre-opening team

    Stacey leads children's engagement across the Trust, and is part of the pre-opening team managing enquiries.