Summer School Staff

Padworth Summer School is ran by the main-term Padworth College staff, meaning that our Summer School is led internally by staff who already know and love Padworth College. This provides an extra level of support and safety for students registered to Padworth Summer School.

Our qualified staff are a credit to Padworth Summer School. As well as their array of qualifications and experience in education and English language development, all of our staff are trained in Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures.

2024 Summer School Staff

Director of Summer School – Gavin Ayre (CELTA, DELTM & MBM)

Photo of Gavin Ayre, staff member and Director of Padworth Summer School. “We are, once again, ready to welcome students from around the world to experience the unforgettable journey that awaits them at Padworth Summer School.

Coupled with high quality teaching, a varied academic timetable, an action-packed social and leisure programme, all within a safe, highly engaging environment, we aim to provide students with an unforgettable journey. From the moment they step foot on our campus, they will be greeted with warmth and open arms. We very much look forward to welcoming students onto our beautiful campus in summer 2025.”

To speak directly with our Director of Summer, Gavin, please email gavin.ayre@padworth.com.

Administrator and Recruitment Co-ordinator – Katie Smith

Photo of Katie Smith, staff member and Administrator of Padworth Summer School. Katie Smith joined Padworth College at the beginning of 2024 and works year-round at at the College, organising all activities, trips, modules and the schedule for our action-packed Summer School. Katie joins us with a wealth of experience in College Administration and has worked as a previous Matron at a large State School.

To speak directly with Katie, please email katie.smith@padworth.com.

Director of Studies – Lewis Hutchinson (DELTA)

Lewis Hutchinson is the Padworth College, Head of Futures and Padworth Summer School, Director of Studies. He brings a wealth of knowledge after previously working as a Maths and Physics teacher, now focusing on our Pathway offerings and building key relationships with University and Business Partners.