Staff

Imran has a wealth of experience from various sectors including the Civil Service and Museums, which he brings to his new role in education.

Now embarking on his first venture within a school environment, Imran is eager to leverage his skill set and understands the importance of this role to positively impact students' lives.

With a dedication to service and a commitment to making a difference, Imran aims to make a significant contribution to LAE Tottenham. 

Dan studied Politics and Modern History at the University of Manchester before completing a law conversion course at Manchester Polytechnic and working as a commercial litigation solicitor. He subsequently worked as a photojournalist until 2010 when he began teaching A-level history and politics in London.

Having completed a degree in Politics from the University of Warwick, Jan initially trained through the Teach First programme and subsequently taught Humanities in schools in Tottenham and Edmonton, latterly as Vice Principal for the Curriculum at a large 11-18 Comprehensive - a position he held for three years. He was the founding Headteacher of the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham and has been in post since January 2017.

After completing her degree in Ancient History at UCL, Ally worked for 6 years in the city across the Legal and Accounting sectors. Ally completed her PGCE in Primary Education at Middlesex University and now has over ten years of experience working in primary schools across Haringey.

As Head of English, Ally oversaw the development of the curriculum and teaching policies at two schools. Specialising in teaching upper key stage 2 highlighted the importance of early intervention in academic and extra-curricular programmes and in transitions between key stages of education.

Ally now runs the primary school outreach programmes for Chrysalis East, within LAET, supporting local primary schools and the children of Tottenham.

Joan completed her master’s degree at Rensselaer (Troy, NY) in 1999, having researched heteronuclear coordination compounds.

While completing her Master’s she oversaw the lab component of the general chemistry course required by all undergraduates.  She has taught middle and secondary school at both public and independent schools in the US for over 15 years.  Most recently, she was an independent contractor, working with schools, families and students on increasing student confidence, navigating school policies and administrations, academic and test-taking skills, subject-specific learning, and US college admissions.

Joan started her academic life as a theatrical lighting designer and worked on off-Broadway and Broadway (contract electrician).  She is a cook, hiker, reader, writer, drawer, jewellery maker and a budding tenor recorder player.  Joan brings everything into the classroom with her, believing in a fully collaborative and integrated learning experience that fosters curiosity.

Originally from the UK, Dr Lucy Cane completed a first-class honours degree in Philosophy at the University of Sydney in 2008 and worked for a small refugee advocacy organisation in Australia. In 2010 she moved to the US, where she earned an MA and PhD in Political Science from Northwestern University.

She taught at several American universities and a prison, and published her first book, before returning to the UK in 2021 to teach in schools. In addition to leading the Politics Department at LAET, Lucy enjoys films, reading and, on occasion, writing.

She has recently published articles in newspapers and magazines on themes such as the Australian republic debate, UK teachers' unions, and the importance of including LGBT history in the secondary school history curriculum ON Weimar Germany.

George graduated from the University of Oxford with a BA in Biological Sciences in 2016. He went on to study a MSc in Physiotherapy, graduating from Brunel University in 2020. His interests include genetic engineering and behavioural psychology, areas he researched for his undergraduate and master’s dissertations. George is delighted to have the platform at LAE Tottenham to pass on his enthusiasm for learning to the next generation and is excited to begin his PGCE soon.

Hannah graduated from Central Saint Martin’s College of Art and Design with a Textile Design degree and, after working in industry quickly returned to university to complete a PGCE.

After a couple of years teaching in North London, Hannah returned to study again, this time a master's at Chelsea College of Art and Design. The master's degree created a plethora of opportunities for Hannah, including a collaboration with UAL, becoming a founding teacher at an independent art school, and teaching art and design to young children, young adults and adults in different community settings.

Hannah joined LAET after 2 years as a Course Leader in Beijing, China, where she taught art and design students who aspire to study creative subjects at London-based universities in London.

When not teaching, Hannah continues to develop her own work - focusing on weave and print.

As an undergraduate Lisa read Theology and Philosophy at Oxford and did a Masters in Pastoral Theology in London before completing a PGCE.

After teaching Religious Studies and Philosophy in a number of London schools, alongside Chaplaincy roles, she wished to dedicate more time to working with those who have additional needs, to enable them to develop academically and personally through the educational opportunities on offer. Further study was awarded a postgraduate certificate in SEND, specialising in Autism. A postgraduate qualification in psychometric testing, and membership of the British Psychological Society, led to the role of Access Arrangements Co-ordinator at LAET.

Rosie read French and Philosophy at Pembroke College, Oxford before completing an MSc in Film Studies at the University of Edinburgh. After graduating, she went on to complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and subsequently trained as a teacher, working in a multi faith secondary school in Central London for a decade as a Teacher and Librarian. Outside of school, Rosie trains in aerial circus arts and has recently completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training.
 

Having completed a degree in Biology at the University of Nottingham alongside building a career in veterinary care, Tyler began his teaching career lecturing BTEC students at an animal and land-based college in North London. Realising this role was fulfilling not only due to working with animals but also for the enjoyment of working with young people, Tyler returned to university and qualified with a Biology education post-grad from the No.1 university worldwide for teacher training; UCL's Institute of Education.

Tyler joined LAET in September 2023 coming from his previous role as Head of Biology at a leading secondary school. He brings a passion for nature and animals from his hobbies alongside his career history and knowledge in neurodevelopment and cancer biology from his time studying at the University of Nottingham.

Having completed a degree in English Literature and a Masters in Creative Writing at Glasgow University, Ewan spent five years teaching English as an additional language in Japan, Italy and Ethiopia.

Since returning to Scotland in 2010, he has taught in secondary schools in the Highlands, Oxford and London.

Ewan is a keen long-distance runner and short story writer. His most recent novel, 'The Sound of Sirens', was published in 2021.

Christoffel has a BSc in applied maths and physics and a PGCE from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. He taught physics and maths for 3 years in South Africa, with the last year spent as head of the physics department and educational technology lead.

He then moved to London where he taught Maths, Physics and Further Maths in a school in North London for 3 years.

Now at LAET, he teaches physics and runs the Computational Physics club.

Angus studied Maths and Philosophy at Edinburgh University, and then Critical and Cultural Theory at Brighton University. He has been teaching Maths, Further Maths, Philosophy and Critical Thinking at Secondary schools for 20 years. Outside the classroom, he is an Area Coordinator for the Advanced Maths Support Programme, and a Principal Examiner for Cambridge Assessment. He loves sailing, reading and Maths.

Andrew holds a degree in Mathematics and Biophysics from Cairo University, followed by a PGDip in Health Physics. He worked as a Medical Physicist before moving to education. He has been teaching Maths and Further Maths at Secondary schools for over 20 years.

Andrew is a Teaching for Mastery Specialist, NCETM PD lead and NPQLTD.

Kate has a master's degree in Psychology and is working towards her second master's in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy & Psychodynamic Counselling.

She has experience working with both young people and adults suffering with their mental health. The majority of her experience is with individuals aged 14-18, who are struggling with disordered eating. Kate’s vast experience of working with individuals in many different settings from hospitals to schools, has allowed her to approach her collaborative work with the students at LAET with compassion and patience.

Kate strives to ensure that the students are at the centre of the support they receive, whether it is due to Special Educational Needs or safeguarding.

After graduating from the University of Liverpool with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Nathan worked in a variety of roles across the Hospitality and Events industry, during which he developed significant customer service experience.

However, his love and enjoyment of technology and computers never left him. As a result, after retraining he worked as an IT Technician for a number of Primary Schools within Haringey before joining LAE Tottenham.

During Nathan's time at LAET, he has worked in a variety of roles across the Operations team of the school and is now the IT & Operations Manager, overseeing the IT, Facilities and Catering teams.

Joe studied English at Exeter University, before graduating from the Teach First programme and holds a Masters in Leadership from UCL. He worked at St Mary Magdalene Academy for eight years, a large all-through Academy in Islington, teaching English and leading on pupil achievement as the Deputy Head of Sixth Form. More recently, he held the position of Head of Sixth Form overseeing the school's co-curricular A-Level and International Baccalaureate programme.

Although Nicola was raised by parents who were headteachers parents and has a spouse and sibling who are both teachers, undergraduate and postgraduate studies led her away from the front of the classroom, to the office.

Her eye for detail, and love for manipulating and presenting data grew out of a decade's experience as a statistician, managing education and international trade statistics.

Nicola has worked as a school Data Manager since 2005 at schools in Haringey and Islington and has passed on training to previous colleagues, who are currently Data Managers in Barnet and Enfield.

Her exams journey started soon after she joined LAET in 2018, and she believes planning and organising these "not-so-fun-events" allow additional opportunities to support students and further share professional skills.

Outside of work, Nicola enjoys reading, cross stitching, supporting drama productions (props or acting), not least, uplifting the mood with a song and dance.

Irum completed her A-levels in Pakistan. After coming to the UK Irum studied level 2 in adult  Literacy and Numeracy. Irum has also completed her NCFE level 2 award in support work in school and had worked in a primary school before finding her interest in catering and joining LAE Tottenham. Irum's passion is cooking and baking and is always keen to learn and cook food from different cultures.