Students at NGHS are supported by a dedicated pastoral team who take time to get to know them as individuals and help them feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

Form tutors provide daily contact and support, while Heads of Year oversee students’ pastoral wellbeing and academic progress. They work closely with our Wellbeing Manager, Wellbeing Officers and Student Health and Welfare Coordinator to respond to students’ emotional, practical and health needs.

Support begins before students join NGHS, through transition visits and communication with primary schools. As students move through the school, careful handovers between Heads of Year help maintain continuity of care.

Our Year 8 students also help Year 7 students settle into school life. Through our induction day and ongoing support during their first weeks and beyond, we help new students build friendships, grow in confidence and feel part of the NGHS family.

Heads of Year

Our Heads of Year in 2026-2027 are: