Meet The Team

CEO, Director of Education, & Teacher
Louise is an educational leader with 25 years in schools and alternative provision, including roles as a Headteacher and Specialist Leader of Education. She is passionate about inclusive education and creating safe, supportive environments where young people can rebuild confidence and thrive. Louise is committed to safeguarding and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.

COO & Director of Operations
Carol has extensive experience working in alternative provision and supporting young people who face barriers to education. She works closely with staff, families and local authorities to ensure pupils receive the support they need to re-engage with learning and achieve their potential. Drawing on both professional and lived experience, she is committed to helping young people succeed. Outside of work she enjoys gardening, reading and travelling.

SENCo & Teacher
Lucy is a qualified teacher and SENCo with 25 years’ experience in mainstream and alternative provision settings. She enjoys developing strong, nurturing relationships with students and their families, based on trust, kindness and compassion. Lucy is committed to supporting all students to thrive, building their confidence and self-esteem and to make progress with relevant, personalised learning. She enjoys reading, theatre and travel.

Teacher and Forest School Lead
Ronnie is a qualified teacher with experience of working with children with SEND, one to one tutoring and as a Forest School leader. She enjoys supporting young people to become confident, resilient and more positive to learning by making it fun. Ronnie enjoys helping children build confidence and reach their potential by developing their interests. In her spare time Ronnie enjoys playing tennis, walking, sailing and exploring nature.
Join the Applewood Team
We are looking for teachers and HLTAs experienced in working with neurodiverse learners and committed to inclusive education.
Please do contact us.