Clive Barnett was one of Her Majesty’s Inspectors of Schools from 2002 to 2009. Before that he taught for 31 years in four independent and maintained grammar schools, becoming the headmaster of Bishop Wordsworth’s School, Salisbury, in 1992 and holding the post for 10 years.

From 2007-17, Clive was a lay canon and a member of the chapter of Salisbury Cathedral; he is now a canon emeritus of the Cathedral.  He was also a governor of Salisbury Cathedral School. He is a patron and trustee of EdUKaid, an educational charity working in Tanzania, and a churchwarden at his local church.

Since retiring as an HMI, Clive has worked as an educational consultant specialising in initial teacher training and professional development.

Lorraine Linton was educated at Haberdashers’ Aske’s before training in Medicine at Birmingham University. She was a GP for many years and now works in a medical capacity within the tribunal system.

Lorraine undertook a Master’s degree in Medical Law and Ethics at King’s College, London, and has served on a Research Ethics Committee and on GMC Fitness to Practise panels.

All her three sons were educated at the RGS and she became a governor in 2010.

Hannah began her teaching career in 2011 and has since taught across EYFS and KS1 in co-educationa environments in both state and prep school settings. She is passionate about helping children grow, discover and learn, taking pride in nurturing their pastoral development as well as inspiring curiosity, questioning and meaningful connections to their own life experiences. 

Outside the classroom, Hannah is an enthusiastic sourdough baker and loves creating special meals for family and friends. A committed hispanophile, Hannah also enjoys soaking up the café culture of Spanish towns whenever she has the chance to travel. 

Nikki joined RGS Prep as a Spanish teacher in 2010, bringing a range of experience from teaching early years to university students in both the UK and Mexico. Her work in all-boys and coeducational settings has given her a broad perspective on education and she is passionate about ensuring that academic success and pupil wellbeing go hand in hand. 

In 2017, Nikki became Head of Staff Development as part of the Senior Management Team and since 2021 she has served as Deputy Head (Academic), promoting high standards of teaching and learning while ensuring that every child feels supported and inspired to achieve their potential. 

Outside of school, Nikki loves spending time in the great outdoors. Whether walking, running, or sailing, she finds joy in nature and values the sense of freedom it brings. Her favourite retreat is by the sea, where she feels most able to recharge her energy for busy school life. 

With over 22 years of teaching experience, Nick is passionate about inspiring young learners and supporting colleagues through the use of innovative, purposeful technology. He places great importance on ensuring that digital tools are age-appropriate and balanced with hands-on learning, collaboration, and time for children simply to be children. 

Nick’s earlier career includes seven years in a co-educational state school, where he served as part of the senior management team and led a four-form-entry year group. In this role, he was responsible for the pastoral care and academic progress of 120 pupils.

A keen sports enthusiast, Nick is also an active member of the sports department, with particular strengths in cricket and racket sports, including badminton and tennis.

When did you join the RGS? September 2014.

What’s the best thing about the RGS? My Teacher Training role means I get to go to loads of awesome lessons in lots of different subjects. That and the cakes in the staff room!

What excites you most about coming into work each day? Seeing my lovely, bonkers, wonderful Tutor group.

If you could change your name to anything, what would it be? My James Bond Secret Cinema alias was Juniper Binks, and I was rather fond of it.

If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? To have the main school holidays in January and February instead of summer.

What luxury would you have on a desert island? My knitting and a lifetime supply of cryptic crosswords.

What animal most reflects your personality? A quokka – sun-loving, a bit weird and constantly smiling.

When did you join the RGS? January 2015

What’s the best thing about the RGS? It’s a really short commute and feels like home.

What excites you most about coming into work each day?  Not knowing what challenges the day will bring, but knowing I’m part of a team who’s ready for anything.

What’s your motto in life? Why leave it for tomorrow, when you can do it today.

If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? To have superman-like powers! It would sure made all the event set-ups much easier!

What luxury would you have on a desert island? Either an endless supply of crisps or a mobile air-con unit attached to my back! I hate the heat.

What’s your favourite film and why? Impossible to pick a favourite film, but give me any 90’s action film and a big bag of popcorn and I’ll be happy!

When did you join the RGS? I joined the RGS in 1986!

What’s the best thing about the RGS? The quality of the teaching staff. I have been fortunate to have worked with some extremely bright and inspirational teachers over my many years at the school. I have also made some good friends.

What excites you most about coming into work each day? I love teaching Physics and Electronics; I am passionate about the subject and am lucky enough to be in a brilliant department in a school where Physics is still extremely popular.

What luxury would you have on a desert island? A golf course, golf clubs and an unlimited supply of golf balls!

If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? Five afternoons of games, playing golf!

When did you join the RGS? I dare not say but we still had chalk!

What’s the best thing about the RGS? The people.

What excites you most about coming into work each day? Everything… I am very excitable.

What luxury would you have on a desert island? A photograph of my wife, daughter and our two dogs… in no particular order!

What’s your motto in life? ‘Smile in the morning and the world smiles with you’; it was in a fortune cookie I had years ago.

If you were allowed one dream perk, what would it be? New knees.

What animal most reflects your personality? Spaniel (working cocker).