Our Senior Team
Heather Watts
Strategic leadership and School Improvement
“It is my pleasure on behalf of the governors, staff and students, to welcome you to New Mills School.
Our purpose at NMS is to relentlessly support all students to achieve their best academic and personal outcomes regardless of their starting points.
We strive to behave with honesty and humility by modelling the ethics, effort, and resilience we expect in others.
We aim to succeed by working collaboratively and consistently through effective communication and with shared purpose.”
Matthew Halls
Curriculum, Teaching and Achievement
“I'm proud to be part of this warm, inclusive and friendly school. I am committed to ensuring that at New Mills School we provide young people with the highest quality of education for them to be the best version of themselves.
We want all our students, no matter what their background or experience to date, to leave school as well-qualified, resilient, independent and confident young adults, ready to make a positive contribution to the world.”
Emma Adrio
Safeguarding, Behaviour & Attendance, Personal Development & Wellbeing
"Being an ex-student of New Mills School and local resident, I believe that our role as professionals is to make a difference to the lives of young people within our community to enable them to achieve their potential whatever their starting point.
I am passionate about ensuring that ALL New Mills School students feel safe and get access to a high-quality provision both within the classroom and beyond, enriching their experience wherever possible."
Emma Maslen
Teaching and Learning, Inclusion and SEND
"New Mills School is an inclusive school that holds high ambition for all our students. We strive to provide each and every young person with the best chance to succeed in life by offering our students access to a broad and balanced curriculum alongside bespoke support, as needed.
We take account of differences and endeavour to remove any barriers to achievement and success."
Adam Hill
Attendance, Behaviour and Rewards
"Being a resident of New Mills, it fills me with pride in serving the community I am a part of. I feel it is our duty to provide an outstanding education to the children we teach and ensure they fulfil their potential.
As Assistant Headteacher, I am committed to ensuring every child has excellent attendance so they can maximise their learning and optimise their future successes."
Amy Musgrove
"At New Mills, my role is dedicated to ensuring our students have access to great resources and opportunities, enabling them to thrive and achieve their full potential.
I am privileged to lead a highly skilled and committed team of business support staff who share a common goal: to provide exceptional support and services that enhance the educational experience for every student. Together, we strive to create an environment where excellence flourishes and every student feel valued.”