Who's Who at NGHS6 - Newport Girls' High School

Please find below a brief introduction to key staff at NGHS6.

Mr Adam Jones Headteacher

Mr Adam Jones

Headteacher

Mrs K Griffin Head of Sixth Form

Mrs K Griffin

Head of Sixth Form

Mrs Griffin joined NGHS in 2018 as Head of Sixth Form. She teaches both History and Politics to A-level as well as PSHE to all students in Year 12. Mrs Griffin oversees the wellbeing and progress of all 180 sixth form students. She leads the Sixth Form team of staff and tutors and coordinates our UCAS programme. A senior member of staff with a wealth of experience leading the sixth form both at NGHS and in her previous school, Mrs Griffin is happy to meet with students or parents at any time and she also oversees the work of our Head Girl Team who aid transition to the school.

Miss E Pritchard Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Miss E Pritchard

Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Miss Pritchard joined the school in September 2023 as an A-level Psychology teacher. She became EPQ Coordinator in March 2024, a role she continues to lead, and was appointed Deputy Head of Sixth Form in January 2026.

Her background in Psychology strongly supports her work with sixth form students, particularly in developing effective revision strategies, coping techniques and managing academic pressure. Miss Pritchard works closely with students on both academic and pastoral matters and particularly enjoys getting to know students as individuals across the sixth form.

She supervises Psychology and Criminology clubs, runs a weekly Psychology drop‑in, and places great importance on classroom teaching—focusing on critical thinking, confident essay writing and meaningful engagement with research through the EPQ, supporting students as they progress to further study and future careers.

Mr P Bentley Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Mr P Bentley

Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Mr Bentley joined the school in January 2024 as a teacher of Economics, Business, and Computing, and was appointed Deputy Head of Sixth Form in January 2026. He supervises the Business Society, Economics Society, Model United Nations, and the Alternative Music Club, and oversees both Young Enterprise and the GAIN Challenge.

Alongside his school-based roles, Mr Bentley is a doctoral researcher at the University of Chester and an author for a range of educational publishers, including Collins and Pearson. This work has equipped him to support students in developing strong academic research and writing skills. With almost two decades of experience as a Chief Examiner, he provides highly effective guidance in exam preparation. He also brings five years’ experience as a volunteer team leader for a mental health charity, contributing significantly to his pastoral support of students.

Mr Bentley is committed to supporting young people both pastorally and academically, helping them to flourish and achieve their full potential.

Mrs V Glew Student Futures and Sixth Form Admissions Officer

Mrs V Glew

Student Futures and Sixth Form Admissions Officer

Miss E Heyes Well-being & Progress Officer

Miss E Heyes

Well-being & Progress Officer

Miss Heyes joined the support staff at NGHS in 2020. She started her role as Sixth Form Well-Being and Progress Officer in 2023. With a background in teaching psychology in Further Education, Miss Heyes brings not only helpful advice and support in coaching and different learning styles, but also knowledge of the highest standards of pastoral care and support. She works closely with students, families and our wider Pastoral Team to ensure all students not only have the skills to achieve, but also to look after themselves and each other in preparation for higher education.