Meet the Head

I am delighted to welcome you to The Mead School.  

I hope this website offers a clear glimpse into what makes our school such a special place - where children grow in confidence, thrive academically, and feel part of a genuinely caring community.  

We are unapologetically ambitious. Every child is challenged, supported, and inspired to succeed, and our strong academic outcomes reflect this commitment. Yet excellence here goes far beyond the classroom. The kind of people our children become matters deeply to us. We place equal emphasis on kindness, thoughtfulness, and a strong sense of citizenship.  

The Mead is proud of its reputation as a school that offers the complete package: consistent academic success, a warm family ethos, and the convenience of a thriving town location.  

I encourage you to explore our website - but nothing compares to experiencing The Mead in person. I would be delighted to welcome you to the school and share more about what makes our community so successful. Please do use the link to arrange a visit.  

I look forward to meeting you.  

Catherine Openshaw
Headmistress