Gavin Hosford – Executive Headteacher
I am extremely proud to serve as Executive Headteacher at Meadowcroft School, and to lead a provision that is deeply committed to improving the lives and futures of young people with additional needs.
Throughout my career, I have worked with a particular focus on inclusion, relational practice and creating cultures where children and young people feel safe, valued and able to thrive. I strongly believe that positive relationships, high expectations and a genuine sense of belonging are fundamental to successful education.
At Meadowcroft, we are committed to providing a nurturing, ambitious and therapeutic environment where every pupil is supported both academically and personally. Alongside our dedicated staff team, I am passionate about ensuring that young people are understood as individuals, supported to overcome barriers, and empowered to achieve meaningful success in school and beyond.
Noreen Cheema – Head of School
I have always placed great emphasis on academic success. Pupils at Meadowcroft are encouraged and supported to be the best they can be. I believe in a ‘can do culture’ and that good attitudes to learning will lead to success. It is important that young people in our school community are enthusiastic, happy and successful learners, ready to move onto the next stage of their lives. Put simply we want to create lifelong learners, who are able to respond to a changing world.
Pupils feel safe and supported at Meadowcroft School. There is a calm, warm and purposeful atmosphere and it is a special place to be. Pupils have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of activities to help them become fully rounded individuals, including clubs, external visits, DoE, football clubs and College visits.
Sadie Appleyard – Head of Education
I am the Assistant Headteacher for the Primary Phase. I have been a teacher for 12 years, with experience in a variety of settings. I have worked with all primary age ranges from nursery level to year 6. I have worked alongside a range of outside agencies within the Wakefield area. Previously I was a Specialist Leader in Education for Early Years and Phonics.
I am a firm believer in setting high expectations in all our children. There is nothing our children cannot achieve. Children need a fun, engaging and accessible education, ensuring we meet their short- and long-term targets.
Sarah Fisher – Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
I have over 10 years experience working with the most vulnerable individuals. During my time at Meadowcroft I have worked in different positions from TA to FLO and then onto DSL.
I have a passion to creating a positive safe environment in order for our young people to thrive and ensuring their health and well-being is paramount for everyone!