Badminton welcomes new Head

Jessica Miles has been welcomed as the new Head of Badminton School in Bristol. Mrs Miles was previously the Head of Haberdashers' Monmouth School for Girls and Queen Margaret's School in York.
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April 21, 2023

Badminton School in Bristol has welcomed their new Head, Jessica Miles.

Her appointment was the culmination of an extensive recruitment process by the school to find an exceptional, innovative, and forward-thinking educational expert who is dedicated to and passionate about girls' education.

Justin Lewis, Chair of Governors at Badminton School, said: "Mrs Miles brings with her a wealth of experience in leading girls boarding and day schools having previously been Head of Haberdashers' Monmouth School for Girls and prior to that, Head of Queen Margaret's School in York, as well as having held numerous Senior Leadership and teaching positions at some of the top independent schools in the country.

"She is a fierce advocate of single-sex education, in particular for girls, and we were impressed by her strong alignment to Badminton's vision and values."

Jessica Miles said: "I am thrilled to have the great privilege of being the new Head at Badminton; a School that has a remarkable history, a vibrant community, and at which girls know their individuality will be celebrated and their learning expanded far beyond the classroom.

"I look forward to stewarding this great School into the next chapter of its history."

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Badminton School is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 4 to 18. The school aims to offer a holistic approach to education, encouraging girls to get involved with their subjects, ask questions 'and really get stuck in'. Find out more about Badminton School.