Head, Littlegarth School

The Governors of Littlegarth School seek to appoint an outstanding educational leader as the next Head of this flourishing co-ed prep school.

Littlegarth is a thriving co-educational prep school for children aged 2-11, set in an exceptional rural setting on the Essex-Suffolk border. Warm, ambitious and full of character, Littlegarth is a school where children are known, valued and encouraged to flourish. With its strong pastoral culture, broad educational offering and vibrant community spirit, it offers a wonderful environment in which to learn and grow.

The successful candidate will build on the school's strong foundations and distinctive ethos, providing strategic leadership while nurturing the values that define Littlegarth: curiosity, kindness, confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving prep school with excellent facilities, a talented staff team and an engaged parent community. The next Head will bring strategic vision, warmth, integrity and a deep understanding of prep education.

Applications are welcomed from experienced senior leaders with a strong track record in educational leadership and a commitment to outstanding teaching, pastoral care and co-curricular life.

The appointment will be made in partnership with RSAcademics.

For further information and to apply, please visit the RSAcademics website.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics in the first instance to arrange a confidential discussion with:

Angela Short, Head of Search (Appointments): angelashort@rsacademics.com

Or Andrew Nott, Senior Advisor: andrewnott@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is Friday 15th May 2026 at 10.00am.

Applications are welcomed from experienced senior leaders with a strong track record in educational leadership and a commitment to outstanding teaching, pastoral care and co-curricular life.

The Governors of Littlegarth School seek to appoint an outstanding educational leader as the next Head of this flourishing co-ed prep school.

Littlegarth is a thriving co-educational prep school for children aged 2-11, set in an exceptional rural setting on the Essex-Suffolk border. Warm, ambitious and full of character, Littlegarth is a school where children are known, valued and encouraged to flourish. With its strong pastoral culture, broad educational offering and vibrant community spirit, it offers a wonderful environment in which to learn and grow.

The successful candidate will build on the school's strong foundations and distinctive ethos, providing strategic leadership while nurturing the values that define Littlegarth: curiosity, kindness, confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving prep school with excellent facilities, a talented staff team and an engaged parent community. The next Head will bring strategic vision, warmth, integrity and a deep understanding of prep education.