Breanne was educated at Queen’s University, Canada and the Sorbonne University in Paris, and holds a Master’s degree in English from the University of York. She joined Ashbourne in 2005 as Head of GCSE and is a specialist in English Language and Semiotics. Together with James Wykes, she has inspired students to produce our first college newspaper this year.

Having cut his teeth at two well-known London colleges, James joined us two years ago. Last year he made an outstanding contribution as Head of GCSE and looks likely to exceed that performance in his new role as Director of Studies. He is passionate about learning and plays a key role in the integration of English and Drama. Together with Breanne Grantham, he has inspired students to produce our first college newspaper this year and is now one of the driving forces behind our Annual Christmas Revue. James is deputy designated Person for Child Protection, Complaints Co-ordinator, Educational Visits Co-ordinator and Duty Officer.

Rachel was educated in Northern Ireland before attending King’s College London to study Biomedical Sciences, specialising in Anatomy and Developmental Neurobiology. She joined Ashbourne in 2008 as a Biology and Science teacher. Rachel is also Head of GCSE and is based at our Young Street site. She has had an inspiring first year at Ashbourne, helping to implement a number of new directives for our GCSE students, including; Yoga, Martial arts, running club, walking club, debating club, tennis, card/board games, football, card games and Chess. Rachel is very much involved in the recruitment process of all GCSE students, with each student having to meet with her, as well as the Principal, before being accepted at the college.