Alun Jones

Position: Principal

School: St Gabriel’s, Newbury

Qualifications: LTCL LWCMD

Experience: A former Choral Scholar, freelance singer and ad hoc member of BBC Singers, Alun began his teaching career at The Cathedral School, Llandaff (IAPS 3-13) and The United College of the Atlantic (co-ed 16-18). Alun was appointed Music Master & Choirmaster at Howell’s School, Denbigh (GSA boarding and day, 3-18) in 1992 before taking up the role of Director of Studies in 1994. Following 4 years as Deputy Headmaster and Senior Resident St Mary’s School, Wantage (GSA boarding 11-18) Alun was appointed Principal at St Gabriel’s ,Newbury (GSA day school 3-18) in April 2001. Alun is also an Inspector for the Independent Schools’ Inspectorate.

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Parents at St Gabriel’s refer fondly to Alun’s “evangelical” belief in single-sex education for girls! A firm believer that schools should provide opportunities for all girls to enjoy success, Alun is as proud of his girls’ achievements in sports or creative arts as their A* in Physics! Above all, Alun is in no doubt that girls’ schools are well placed to provide an environment where girls can flourish within a safe, happy environment which values mutual trust and respect.

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