KEY STAFF
Headteacher - Abi Davis (maternity leave)
Abi is a dedicated headteacher with a passion for Special Educational Needs (SEN). With over 11 years of experience in the education sector, Abi has established herself as a visionary leader in the SEN community. Her journey began by implementing the innovative REACh curriculum in her first school, transforming the educational experience for students with ASD. Focusing on her specialisation in Autism, Abi set up a satellite nursery to assess children for ASD, demonstrating her commitment to early intervention and tailored support. Abi then became Head of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 at an Autistic school in Hillingdon. With a clear passion for ASD, Abi was able to use her expertise to establish a new ASD school in Datchet, overseeing its rapid growth to accommodate 75 students. Abi's educational qualifications include an undergraduate degree in child psychology, a PGCE specialising in SEN, and a master's degree in ASD in education.
Alison Walker - interim headteacher
Alison oversees and leads on all matters of safeguarding, behaviour, and inclusion across the Trust. She works with school leaders to ensure that they act fairly, proportionately and within the law. In addition to this she supports schools with their approaches to personal development, behaviour management and child welfare. She also is a strong advocate for trips and visits and leads on this area for the Trust.
Alison is a maths teacher and prior to taking up her current role she held various roles in pastoral leadership up to and including Deputy Headteacher. She is an accredited safeguarding trainer and regularly delivers training for Designated Safeguarding Leads across the area, as well as bespoke inhouse training for non-Trust schools.
Assistant headteacher/SAFEGUARDING LEAD & SENDCO - Cassia Minette
Cassia has worked in the world of SEN for the last 15 years, both as an SEN consultant and as a member of the senior leadership team. Cassia holds a master's degree in Severe, Profound and Multiple learning disabilities. She is passionate about supporting the learning and development of children of all abilities, not only in their academic skills, but also their personal and social development.
Assistant headteacher (pastoral) - Gregg Berry
Gregg is an experienced professional with over 12 years of dedicated service in Special Educational Needs. Having worked tirelessly in various capacities, from classroom teaching to leadership roles, Gregg brings a wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of the unique needs of SEN students. With a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments and empowering both students and fellow educators. Gregg has recently joined the leadership team here at Oak Tree School where he looks to continue to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the broader educational community.
Assistant Headteacher (Teaching & Learning)
Emma Starling
Emma has worked in education for 20 years, 12 of those in SEN with students with complex behavioural and learning needs. She has a post-graduate diploma in teaching and learning, and is passionate about developing teaching to a high standard so that all students benefit from a meaningful and suitable education that befits their needs. Emma is a Drama specialist originally and is looking forward to utilising her skills and knowledge of communication and social skills, as well as her passion for quality teaching and learning, to ensure students thrive during their time at Oak Tree School.
School Business Manager - Kerri Wiseman
Kerri first started working in education in 2012, supporting the School Improvement Team at Service Children’s Education in Germany whilst her husband was serving in the Army. This progressed to a role as a School Business Manager in one of their schools as her line manager encouraged her to complete a Level 4 School Business Manager qualification, achieved in 2014.
On her return to the UK, Kerri has worked in primary & SEN settings as a School Business Manager. Kerri is passionate about SEN and supporting learners to achieve the best outcome from their education.