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head teacher

British  

noun

  1. a teacher responsible for running a school

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"He approached school life with curiosity and determination, and his gentle nature and positive spirit left a lasting impression on both staff and pupils alike," head teacher Kelly Brockhurst said.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

The design of the school, which already had separate areas for the youngest pupils, "lent itself really well to a pilot", added head teacher Jason Hicks.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The head teacher had been concerned when the scheme started, that the club could put too much pressure on staff and the funding could be too low.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The head teacher of a pupil who was killed when a car crashed on to a pitch has praised the local community for supporting each other after her death.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The next day Herr Seligmann and his wife come to school to meet with the head teacher.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti