Meet the Staff

Ms Green, Principal

Ms Green is responsible for the strategic planning and leadership as well as being a champion and advocate for the Oasis vision; she also ensures the efficient operation of the Academy on a daily basis.

Find out what Ms Green loves about her job...

"I became a teacher because I love working with young people, developing their confidence and skills.

I love watching our Year 7s grow in maturity and understanding of the world around them and feeling so proud of them when they leave us as young adults, ready to be active citizens in the world.

I teach science and love how it explains everything around us. It is one of those subjects which everyone can find a something which fascinates and amazes them."

To contact please email her PA, Mrs Radford.

Mr Pelling, Deputy Principal

Mr Pelling is responsible for whole school behaviour. He is also the Designated Safeguarding Lead, and line manages the Family Leader for Year 10.

Find out what Mr Pelling loves about working in education...

"I started teaching over twenty five years ago and was a Head of English and Head of Year before moving into a leadership post at Oasis Academy Coulsdon.  I got into teaching because I wanted to share my love of English with others and help to transform the life chances of young people.

I love working in education because no two days are the same.  Working with behaviour and safeguarding gives me the chance to support young people in making better choices in order to be more successful. Having days when parents or students tell you that something you have done has made a real difference makes it all worthwhile.

I teach English and enjoy sharing my love of texts with students and showing them the power of literature and how good literacy skills open doors of opportunity for us all."

To contact Mr Pelling, please click here.

Mrs Dooley, Deputy Principal

Mrs Dooley is Deputy Principal with strategic leadership for Teaching & Learning, staff development, and SEND. She also line manages the Family Leader for Year 9.

I’m now into my second decade working in education, having started my working career in the Sports Industry. I graduated from the University of Exeter having completed a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. I’m a firm believer in the power of sport and exercise to transform lives and believe that we all can improve our quality of life by getting out and going for a walk, run or game of something competitive with friends!

I became a teacher because I love working with young people and believe everyone should have access to a high quality and enriching educational experience. Now working as a Science teacher, I love how Science can explain how anything and everything in the world works. It is also such a broad subject that it never fails to disappoint.

To contact Mrs Dooley, please click here.

Mr van Gelder, Assistant Principal

Mr van Gelder is Assistant Principal with strategic responsibility for KS4 and manages the Family Leader for Year 11.

Learn what it is that drives Mr van Gelder in his work...

"I came into teaching with a desire to address socio economic disadvantage. Education is the most powerful way to provide equal opportunities for all young people.

The best part of the job is the day to day interaction with the students.  It’s great building relationships with the students and seeing them develop.  Of course, teaching Science is also right up there! The best subject ever. 

Although I am a Biologist, I love teaching Chemistry.  That might sound odd but it’s just really interesting and fun."

To contact Mr van Gelder, please click here.

Mr Hodges, Assistant Principal

Mr Hodges is Assistant Principal with strategic responsibility for KS3 curriculum. He also line manages the Family Leader for Year 7.

Learn why Mr Hodges is passionate about what he does...

"The reason I got into teaching is actually because somebody saw me coaching basketball and said, “you are a natural teacher.”  My background has always been in English and so was my degree so it made sense!

I love the fact that no two days are the same in this job. I teach English and it is the subject that is most wide-ranging in terms of world-knowledge and that is what has always interested me…that and the words!"

To contact Mr Hodges, please click here.

Mr Clarke, Assistant Principal

Mr Clarke is Assistant Principal with the strategic responsibility for attendance and inclusion. He also manages the Family Leader for Year 8.

"As an individual with dyslexia and growing up from a disadvantaged background, I am passionate about ensuring all students are given the opportunities and support they need to thrive both as an individual and as a member of our school community.

I feel privileged to work side by side with young people and to play a part in their development towards becoming successful young adults who contribute positively to their communities.

I am obsessed with history and believe that to truly understand the world around us, one must understand the journey that led us here and learn from the mistakes of those who came before."

To contact Mr Clarke, please click here.

Mrs Radford, Principal's PA and Head of Marketing, and Ms Suleyman, Head of Human Resources and Business Manager, also work closely with and support the Academy Leadership Team.