About Us

Our Board

The Trust is led by a Board of Directors. The Board meets at least six times a year and is responsible for overall governance, setting strategic direction and monitoring performance. There are 9 Directors on the Trust Board and 5 of those represent Trust Schools.

Chair of Board of Directors

Steve Wilson

Secondary Schools Representative

John Newport

Secondary Schools Representative

Ruth Jobey

Primary Schools Representative

Claire Harrison-Hoggarth

Special Schools Representative

David Hodgson

Employer Partners Representative

Margie Burdis

Employer Partners Representative

Terry Gurr

Chair of Governors Representative

Local Authority Representative

More About Us

School Partners

Schools are at the heart of everything we do at the Trust. We work with schools across North Tyneside, spanning all ages, phases and types.

Trust Governors

Every child deserves a champion in education. As a Trust Governor, you’ll be that champion, helping shape the future of young people across North Tyneside’s schools.

Meet the Team

Our dedicated educators and staff are committed to creating a supportive, inspiring, and safe environment where every student can learn, grow, and thrive.

Employer Partners

North Tyneside Learning Trust work closely with a wide range of public, private and voluntary sector organisations, as well as universities and colleges.

About the Trust

North Tyneside Learning Trust was created through a shared belief that children and young people thrive when schools, families, businesses and the wider community work together.

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