Hayley brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to her role at The Greenroom Academy. With extensive experience teaching GCSE English Language and Functional Skills, she offers a unique cross-curricular perspective that helps students see the bigger picture in their learning. Hayley is a positive and engaging teacher who has a real passion for bringing subjects to life, connecting themes and contexts to a broader awareness of the world around us.

Hayley has a science degree and a deep love of natural history, which she weaves into her teaching wherever possible, encouraging curiosity and exploration beyond the classroom. Her lessons are lively, thought-provoking, and designed to help students find their own voice and confidence in communication.

As a key member of the Greenroom Academy team, Hayley combines warmth and creativity, supporting students to engage in a meaningful and accessible way.

Lucy brings a unique blend of academic achievement, real-world experience, and educational expertise to her role at The Greenroom Academy. Holding a Master’s degree in English, she has dedicated her career to inspiring a love of language, literature, and learning in young people.

Lucy deeply values education and the opportunities it creates, not just academically but in shaping confidence, voice, and future pathways. She has extensive classroom experience in the state, private and FE sectors and has also supported students as a one to one tutor, focusing largely on GCSE and A Level English Language and Literature.

Known for her friendly and approachable nature, Lucy has a natural ability to put students at ease. She skilfully coaxes out potential, nurtures creativity, and helps shape each student’s imagination, enabling them to express themselves with confidence and clarity.

Lucy’s expertise goes beyond the classroom. An AQA examiner, with a proven track record of success, she is also qualified to train teachers, supporting them in delivering high-quality lessons and effectively managing a wide range of behavioural needs. Her calm, supportive approach and deep understanding of learners make her an invaluable mentor to both students and staff alike.

Michelle is a dedicated and inspirational education professional committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for all children and young people. She is driven by a strong belief in inclusion, ensuring that disability, background, or disadvantage are never barriers to success. Michelle creates calm, purposeful learning environments where high expectations, respect, and responsibility are embedded, and where students feel valued, safe, and motivated to achieve their full potential.

Michelle champions high-quality teaching through a broad, engaging, and personalised curriculum, while fostering positive attitudes. Michelle values strong partnerships with families, colleagues, and external organisations to support student progress and successful transitions into further education, employment, or training. Her work is underpinned by integrity, ambition, and a clear commitment to improving life chances for every learner.

With a degree in Law, Richard has worked across a range of secondary schools in Northamptonshire, specialising in GCSE Business and Maths, and has built a wealth of classroom experience. Richard is a sought-after teacher, valued by students for his engaging teaching style, his ability to explain complex ideas clearly, and his approachable, down-to-earth manner. 

Richard is particularly skilled at building strong, positive relationships with students. His good sense of humour and seemingly endless patience help create an environment where learners feel safe to try, make mistakes, and grow. He firmly believes that success is not about getting things right the first time, but about finding your own path to the answer—an approach that encourages resilience, independence, and confidence.