Ms Silla
Assistant Headteacher with oversight to the Sixth Form
Ms Silla has worked at Bushey Meads sinch January 2024 and has joined as the Assistant Headteacher responsible for Sixth Form and Transition from Key Stage 4 into Key stage 5. She is a member of the Humanities faculty and teachers Sociology and PSHE. She is also responsible for the House System and the Student Leadership at Bushey Meads, allowing the student voice to be heard regularly through the use of student parliament. She is a reassuring and supportive member of staff who is always willing to help students to thrive onto their next steps. Ms Silla is responsible for the enriching experiences of students at KS5 and wants all students to succeed using the schools core values of Respect, Responsibility and Relationships.
Mr J Harris
Head of Sixth Form
Mr Harris joined Bushey Meads as the Head of Sixth Form, bringing extensive experience in both pastoral care and curriculum support. He plays a key role in overseeing the academic progress and wellbeing of all Sixth Form students, ensuring they are fully supported throughout their Key Stage 5 journey. Mr Harris is responsible for leading the Sixth Form team, monitoring student achievement, and implementing strategies to help students reach their full potential. He also oversees university applications, careers guidance, and post-18 pathways, ensuring students are well-prepared for higher education, apprenticeships, or employment. In addition, He supports the transition from Key Stage 4 into Key Stage 5, helping students settle successfully into Sixth Form life.
As a teacher of Physical Education, Mr Harris is committed to delivering engaging and high-quality lessons. He is passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students feel confident, motivated, and ready to succeed. He actively promotes the school’s core values of Respect, Responsibility and Relationships, encouraging students to develop independence, resilience, and a strong sense of community as they prepare for their future pathways.
Mrs Timotheou
Assistant Head of Sixth Form
Mrs Timotheou has been working within the Sixth Form since 2015. Her experience in pastoral care is exemplary and has an incredible reputation for the kindness and care taken with our students. She oversees the Kindness Matters programme which has been extremely successful over the last few years. Mrs Timotheou is always available to support and reassure students their studies and any other concerns they may have, helping to ensure their experience in our school is memorable.
Mrs Sullivan
Pastoral Administration Officer for KS5
Mrs Sullivan has been the Sixth Form Administrator since January 2022. She deals with all administration and is the friendly first point of contact for parents and students. She organises Sixth Form admissions and events and deals with attendance, punctuality and most day to day matters within the Sixth Form. Mrs Sullivan is always present in the Sixth Form centre to supervise and help students. She is also responsible for all Sixth Form communications to be relayed to parents and carers.
