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05/03/25

BCGS student wins first place in this year’s Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award. Find out more at: https://t.co/G14TEeYKA9 pic.twitter.com/E0N9vHvdwC

09/02/25

Barton Court Grammar School Year 8 and 11 students enjoy Art taster lessons on Enrichment Day. Take a look at some of the work produced: https://t.co/6LiDjmgUqE pic.twitter.com/j46jP0AvKr

23/01/25

Barton Court students have made the final in The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award. Find out more: https://t.co/Pfw1zFVJwC pic.twitter.com/VIItUtzYmD

23/01/25

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22/01/25

Another award for Barton Court which recognises its commitment as a whole school to support resilience and emotional wellbeing. Find out more: https://t.co/bAWuAygr0R pic.twitter.com/Beadoq93zf

06/01/25

Barton Court recently celebrated the academic achievements of its students at their Awards Evening. Find out more at: https://t.co/avvlgxcO2C pic.twitter.com/dyp2BqUi8L

26/11/24

The Charles Dickens School is looking for a Cover Supervisor to join the team in Broadstairs. This role would suit someone who wants to support teaching & learning in a school. Find out more: https://t.co/9tksnWoxMW pic.twitter.com/7KDQFdUcfo

25/11/24

It's that time of year again when we are looking for raffle prizes for our Christmas Fayre on 11 December! If you have something you can donate, please email office.org with details. All money raised will go towards the 4 School Charities... pic.twitter.com/Ungy4Ivuu8

04/11/24

Barton Court Academy Trust is looking for two experienced Finance professionals to join the team based in Canterbury. Find out more: https://t.co/OpFLBWknFi… and https://t.co/fTm0yd4vSG pic.twitter.com/ET6b03Wibs

30/09/24

BCGS recently invited the in to speak to our Year 7 - 10 and Year 12 students. They delivered their ‘Think Differently’ School Programme, and discussed issues around vaping, smoking, alcohol, cannabis and Class A drugs. Find out more at: https://t.co/6LiDjmgUqE pic.twitter.com/6mju1UAzxG

10/09/24

Looking for a grammar school for your child in September 2025? Have you considered Barton Court Grammar School in the heart of Canterbury? Visit this October: https://t.co/FIClCbqcLK pic.twitter.com/SyHHCFGujk

22/08/24

Barton Court Grammar School students are celebrating today with a great set of GCSE results. Find out more at: https://t.co/NTaStXRzuo pic.twitter.com/Kx6MX00gsf

12/07/24

During the last Enrichment Day at Barton Court Grammar School, students took part in an exciting day of employer encounters. Find out more @ https://t.co/SEqkSDDBYG pic.twitter.com/nfyc5d6GTV

12/07/24

Take a look at the fantastic Art work from students at Barton Court Grammar School... https://t.co/JA0WeRy0oK pic.twitter.com/Dl3zhZ9nwP

12/07/24

Y12 students recently visited The Royal Society to explore the very latest advances in Science and accessed over 300 scientists at the forefront of their field. The exhibition offers a unique opportunity to explore the science shaping our future with the people making it happen. pic.twitter.com/np0mkiSV19

11/07/24

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25/06/24

BCGS is proud to be open to pupils from all backgrounds. To support this, we work in partnership with Atom Learning who provides students that are eligible for Pupil Premium with free online learning and 11+ exam preparation. Visit: https://t.co/3T94oJhqB2 pic.twitter.com/3edojrjtYb

25/06/24

On 4 May, Barton Court hosted the largest post-COVID chess tournament, adult or junior, in East Kent... the Kent Megafinal. Read more at: https://t.co/1a0Fk5vSm5 pic.twitter.com/juUO1cfOMd

25/06/24

Year 5 Students enjoyed another Taster Morning at BCGS. Read more about it at: https://t.co/wexSF7E8XL pic.twitter.com/ICotF8UH5I

25/06/24

83 of our Year 10 Biology students took part in this year’s UKBC Biology Challenge and competed against 45,400 students across the country. Find out how the students did at https://t.co/DUdXjN3sxh pic.twitter.com/y93QXuD7A3

09/05/24

Late in March, students enjoyed our latest careers fair. Thank you to the local businesses and course providers for coming along to inspire our students. Read about the event at: https://t.co/QGVstdWTw4 pic.twitter.com/4d8FyqTefK

06/03/24

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12/12/23

Thank you to Abbie from , one of our school charities, for coming in last week to talk to our students about the work they do. We are looking forward to continuing to raise lots of money to support their cause. pic.twitter.com/6fWGNjA7FO

12/12/23

We're extremely proud of Toral in Y12 who was selected to play for the first ever U18 female Barbarians squad this weekend. The team was selected to play against Rugby School to celebrate 200 years of rugby union. An amazing experience and an excellent achievement. pic.twitter.com/mMtZfPMjyf

17/11/23

There's a real & growing concern re how many young people share inappropriate images online, leading to potential exploitation, blackmail & harm from a young age & leaving a lasting digital footprint. If you share it, you're involved. Speak to the DSL team if you've concerns. pic.twitter.com/LNQ3U09XeH

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Staff List

Senior Leadership Team

Ms K Cardus CEO / Executive Headteacher
Mr J Hopkins Headteacher
Mrs C Benard-Grosso Trust Senior Deputy Headteacher: Teaching & Learning
Mrs S Smith Deputy Headteacher: Pastoral Care, SEN, Safeguarding & Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr O Mitchell Deputy Headteacher: Curriculum & Achievement
Ms A Haley Assistant Headteacher: Pastoral Care, ECA
Mr A White Assistant Headteacher: KS5 Achievement, Pastoral Care & Personal Development

Extended Leadership Team

Mr R Duran Senior Director of Teaching & Learning
Mr C Lawrence Director of Teaching and Learning / HOY
Mr D Lintott Director of KS3 / HOY
Mrs A Blyth Director of English & Whole School Literacy
Mrs S Cottrell Trust Director of DT / Senior Lead Practitioner
Ms G Fenn Director of Music
Mr R Wilcock Director of MFL & Careers

BCAT Business Management Team

Mr M Blake Trust ICT Strategy and Projects Manager
Mrs K Trevor Trust HR Manager
Mrs N Coles Trust Chief Finance Officer

Heads of Year

Mr D Lintott Year 7
Ms B Macintyre Randall Year 8
Mr J Hellyar Year 9
Mrs S Glace Year 10
Mr C Lawrence Year 11
Mr F O'Donoghue Year 12
Mrs A Stratton Year 13

Business Studies Department

Mr S Iriajen  Teacher of Business Studies

Computing Department

Mr D Forsyth Lead Teacher of Computing
Mr T Freeman-Jones Teacher of Computing / Director & Lead Teacher of Computing (BMS)

Design & Technology Department

Mrs S Cottrell Trust Director of DT / Senior Lead Practitioner 
Mr D Reynolds Teacher of DT
Miss K Parker Teacher of DT / Lead Teacher of HSC / BTEC
Mr J Riggs DT Technician

English Department

Mrs A Blyth Director of English & Whole School Literacy
Ms K Buckley 2nd in Charge English: KS5
Mr W Triffitt 2nd in Charge English
Mr C Lawrence Teacher of English / HOY / Lead Practitioner 
Miss K Skelton Lead Teacher of Film Studies
Miss K Hogan Teacher of English
Miss E Lerwill Teacher of English
Ms B Waller Teacher of English

Geography Department

Mr N Herbert Lead Teacher of Geography / Lead Practitioner 
Mr M Payne Teacher of Geography & Eco School Coordinator
Mrs S Smith Teacher of Geography / Deputy Headteacher

Health & Social Care Department

Miss K Parker Lead Teacher of Health & Social Care / Teacher of DT / BTEC Co-ordinator

History Department

Mrs A Senior Lead Teacher of History / Gifted & Talented Coordinator
Miss P Vary Teacher of History & Politics 
Ms L Blomfield Teacher of History & Politics

Mathematics Department

Miss B Porter Director of Mathematics 
Mr R Duran 2nd in Mathematics: T&L / Senior Director of Teaching & Learning
Ms B Macintyre Randall 2nd in Mathematics: KS3 / HOY 
Mr F O'Donoghue 2nd in Mathematics: KS5 / HOY
Mrs R Leeves  Teacher of Mathematics / Lead Practitioner
Mrs S Scott Teacher of Mathematics 
Mr J Clugston Teacher of Mathematics

Modern Foreign Languages Department

Mr R Wilcock Director of MFL & Careers
Mrs A Croft-Cafferty 2nd in Charge of MFL / Lead Teacher of German / KS3 Coordinator (Maternity)
Mr A Mackenzie Teacher of MFL (Maternity Cover)
Mrs C Benard-Grosso Teacher of French and Spanish / Senior Deputy Headteacher
Mr A Garcia Irnan Teacher of Spanish
Miss I Cojez Teacher of MFL

Music Department

Ms G Fenn Director of Music

Performing Arts Department

Miss D Postgate Lead Teacher of Performing Arts & Drama

Physical Education Department

Mrs J Nuttall Lead Teacher of PE
Mr J Hellyar Teacher of PE / HOY / Duke of Edinburgh Co-ordinator
Mr D Lintott Teacher of PE / HOY 
Mr A White Teacher of PE / Assistant Headteacher

Psychology Department

Ms C Lloyd Lead Teacher of Psychology / Lead Practitioner

Religious Education Department

Miss K Wharton Lead Teacher of RPE
Mrs S Glade Teacher of RPE / HOY
Ms M Rowe Teacher of RPE / PSHEE Coordinator

Science Department

Mr S Marsh Lead Teacher of Biology
Dr J Marks Teacher of Biology
Dr A Mulryne Teacher of Biology
Ms A Haley Teacher of Biology / Assistant Headteacher
Mr N Harvey Lead Teacher of Chemistry / SEN Coordinator
Mr T Samuel Lead Teacher of Physics
Dr R Mansfield Teacher of Physics / UCAS Lead
Mr L Craddock Lead Teacher of Chemistry
Mrs C Day Teacher of Science: KS3/4
Miss P Bates Teacher of Science
Miss A Peiro Franch Teacher of Science
Mr D Blackmore Science Technician
Mrs R Borsos Science Technician
Ms F Mitchison Science Technician

Visual Arts Department

Mrs L Grimer Lead Teacher of Visual Art
Mrs A Stratton Teacher of Visual Art
Ms L Crispin Visual Art Technician

SEN Department

Mr N Harvey SENCo / Lead Teacher of Chemistry
Mr A Chapman SENCo Assistant / Learning Mentor

Student Support

Mrs A Harmer Sixth Form Administrator
Miss S Howe Sixth Form Pastoral Manager
Mrs L Barnett Learning Mentor / Cover Supervisor
Ms F Nourrice Cover Supervisor / Learning Mentor

Administrative

Mrs C Tutt PA to Executive Headteacher / Headteacher 
Mr F Cameron Data Manager
Mrs K West Examinations Manager
Mrs C Bateman Attendance Officer
Mrs L Williams SLT Administrator
Mrs R O'Brien Receptionist
Mrs C Simpson Reprographics
Mrs K McLean Lead Governance Professional

Finance

Mrs N Coles Trust Chief Finance Officer
Mrs K Baldwin Trust Finance Officer
Mrs N Higham Trust Finance Assistant
Mrs F Milne Trust Finance Officer

HR

Mrs K Trevor Trust HR Manager
Mrs C Parkins Trust HR Officer
Mrs E Avis Trust HR Officer
Miss M Sharker Trust HR Officer
Miss E Barling Trust HR Officer

ICT Support

Mr M Blake Trust ICT Strategy & Projects Manager
Mr D Savage Trust Deputy ICT & Projects Manager
Mr P Scullion Senior ICT Technician

Site

Mr R Adams Trust Estates Manager
Mr I Burgess Site Manager
Mr P Robinson Assistant Site Manager