head teacher
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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"I never went to university so to become a head teacher or anything like that I'd have to consider that," he says.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
Mathew Evans, head teacher of Ysgol Glantaf and Bro Edern in Cardiff, called it a "momentous decision" to close but said the weather had provided a unique challenge for Wales.
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
If a head teacher does decide to close a school, they will need to talk to the chair of governors and their academy trust or employer first.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
Poli says his school had a very "reasonable head teacher" who allowed staff and pupils to be flexible with clothing during heatwaves.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
The head teacher, the boss, the supreme commander of this establishment was a formidable middle-aged lady whose name was Miss Trunchbull.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
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