Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy will be welcoming a new principal to the school from January 2023. Simon Leach will take over the helm of the academy, which is part of Ormiston Academies Trust.
He is joining the academy from the Derby-based Noel Baker Academy, where he worked as the vice principal for four years, maintaining a high standard of teaching and learning. Mr Leach has worked across four different school academy trusts across the Midlands in a variety of different roles, including assistant headteacher and head of faculty.
Mr Leach said: "I am delighted to be taking on the role of principal at Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy. I passionately believe that all young people are entitled to a brilliant education and I can’t wait to get started. Being asked to lead the school is an immense privilege and one that I do not take for granted.
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"I’m a Derbyshire lad and know that this community deserves a school that is the very best it can be, I’ll be working tirelessly, alongside all stakeholders, to ensure this shared vision is realised. I look forward to leading the academy on the next stage of its improvement journey whilst ensuring that every student continues to flourish and fulfil their full potential.”
In joining the academy, Mr Leach is looking forward to working with staff to ensure all students are given the skills and knowledge to reach their full potential. Rod Hughes, education director at Ormiston Academies Trust, added: “We are delighted to be welcoming Simon as the new principal at Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy.
"He was an exemplary candidate who showcased enthusiasm for making a difference to the lives of students. His strong expertise and experience in driving improvement shone throughout the recruitment process, and I am confident he will do a fantastic job in providing every opportunity for the students to succeed.”
The latest Ofsted report for the Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy, in King George Avenue, was released in November 2021, and found that the school required improvement. Leadership and management was one of the areas in need of improvement, in addition to the quality of education, and behaviours and attitudes.
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