Acting Headteacher, Maria Coulter, has been appointed to the permanent position of Head of Bournemouth Collegiate School (BCS) with immediate effect.
“What sets the school apart today is its clear purpose of equipping our pupils with the tools and experiences for a successful and enriching future by creating a curious, creative and committed community.”
Maria Coulter
Headteacher, Bournemouth Collegiate School
Maria, who joined the school 11 years ago as Deputy Head, took on the role on an interim basis on 1 September 2022.
Talking about her appointment, Maria says:
“I am delighted to be appointed Headteacher for BCS. BCS is an outstanding school with a rich history dating back to 1880s.
“What sets the school apart today is its clear purpose of equipping our pupils with the tools and experiences for a successful and enriching future by creating a curious, creative and committed community.
“I am very fortunate to be working alongside a dedicated and committed team as passionate as I am about ensuring that the school is the best it can be for the pupils and community we serve.”
Maria has 28 years’ experience in education and started her career teaching Business and Economics. She has held various leadership roles in different areas of school operations, having specialised in sixth form education. She plans to continue teaching alongside her leadership responsibilities and stresses that “it is really important to me to stay connected to pupils.”
“Maria has already shown outstanding leadership, and her student-centred philosophy shines through in everything she does.”
Chris Stacey
CEO, CATS Global Schools
Talking about the future, Maria adds:
“BCS is at such an exciting stage in its development as part of a wider education group, CATS Global Schools. We have secured investment to improve the site to develop the student experience, including irrigating the playing field and improving the early years play area, tennis courts, and swimming pool.
“I look forward to working with the whole community.”
Chris Stacey, CEO of CATS Global Schools, owner of BCS, comments:
“Maria has already shown outstanding leadership, and her student-centred philosophy shines through in everything she does. She is dedicated to equipping our pupils with the tools and experiences for a successful and enriching future by creating a curious, creative, and committed community.”
“I wish Maria every success in the role, and I am confident that the school will continue to thrive under Maria’s leadership and go from strength to strength as a leading prep and senior school in the area.”
