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    • Meet the Team

    Relationships are the foundation of everything we do.

    At The Orchard School, our team is more than just staff — we are a connected community of educators, therapists, mentors and support professionals committed to helping every pupil feel safe, valued and understood.

    We believe in knowing our pupils deeply and working closely with families to build trust and consistency. Our staff build strong relationships that support learning, regulation, and emotional development — every day.

    Here’s who we are:

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    Alistair Hammond

    Headteacher

    Alistair is proud to lead The Orchard School, a community built on the belief that Everyone Matters, Everyone Cares. With senior leadership experience across education and the private sector, he is passionate about creating a therapeutic and inclusive environment where every pupil can belong, grow and succeed. Alistair is dedicated to developing The Orchard Way - a whole-school approach that places relationships, wellbeing and personal growth at the heart of learning.

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