head teacher

British

noun

a teacher responsible for running a school

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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.

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The head teacher added that the Easter offer was "hugely valuable, especially at short notice".

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A head teacher has said he is worried how schools will be staffed in future due to the ongoing problems recruiting staff.

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Juliette's head teacher, Amelia McIlroy, said she was "a genuinely caring and attentive listener, a true friend who listened with warmth, respect and sincere interest to her peers and to our staff".

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A head teacher says he is "really concerned" about a decision to end school holiday food vouchers for families on low-incomes.

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