Introduction

David was educated at an all boys grammar school before reading English at the University of Wales.  He worked in the financial sector before entering the teaching profession at Alleyn’s School in Dulwich, London where he taught English, was extensively involved in the extra-curricular programme and became a housemaster.  In 2001, David moved to The Perse School, Cambridge, then an all boys’ school, as Head of Middle School.  He came to Newcastle School for Boys in 2006 shortly after its formation to oversee the expansion of the School’s upper age range.  He completed his masters in education at Newcastle University in 2010 and was appointed Headmaster in April 2012.  David lives at the coast in Tynemouth with his wife, Caroline, also a teacher, two daughters and a dog.