Prep School Staff

At Bruern Abbey Prep, our dedicated team of specialist teachers and school leaders is at the heart of everything we do. With a deep understanding of how children with dyslexia and other learning differences learn best, our staff bring expertise, enthusiasm, and a tailored approach to every lesson.

From subject specialists who make learning engaging and accessible to our leadership team, which shapes the School’s vision and pastoral care, every member of staff plays a vital role in ensuring that our pupils thrive both academically and personally. Small class sizes, multi-sensory teaching methods, and a supportive environment allow our team to bring out the best in each pupil.

Below, you will find details of our key teaching staff and leadership team, all of whom are committed to providing an outstanding education that empowers every boy at Bruern Abbey.

John Floyd Executive Head

Qualifications: MA PGCE NASENCo

John Floyd MA PGCE is Executive Head of Bruern Abbey School, a pioneering mainstream school for neurodiverse pupils. Since taking the helm he has driven significant expansion, opening a Senior School in 2022 and leading the school’s move to co-education...

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Anna Hunter Deputy Head; Head of Pastoral Care; Designated Safeguarding Lead; Head of Art and DT

Qualifications: Cert SpLD

Gordon Francis Second Master, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Teacher of Science

Qualifications: BA, MMus, MEd, PGCE

Gordon joined Bruern Abbey in 2012 and plays a central role in the day-to-day running of the school. As Second Master, he oversees operations and staffing, leads on key school systems and IT, and supports safeguarding as Deputy DSL. Alongside...

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Samantha Phillips Head of Juniors (Years 4-6); Teacher of Maths

Qualifications: BA PGCE

Bradley Bryant Head of Seniors (Years 7 & 8); Teacher of Maths

Qualifications: BSc PGCE

Bradley Bryant joined Bruern Abbey Prep School in 2013 and having held many positions including Housemaster, Head of Football and Head of Cricket, now serves as Head of Seniors, leading the pastoral care and behaviour support for Year 7 and...

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Rachel Roberts Head of Special Needs; SENCo

Qualifications: BA PGCE NASENCo

Jo Muckalt Head of Boarding; Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead; Teacher of English and Maths

Qualifications: BEd CELTA

Deborah Swift Registrar

Qualifications: BH PGCert

Deborah joined Bruern as a teaching assistant in 2010; she has worked as the Bruern registrar since 2016 following stints in other areas of Bruern including the SEN department working alongside the SENCo.  As well as a degree in French...

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A full list of teaching and boarding staff, including contact details, can be found in the secure parents’ area of the website.

Thinking of joining Bruern?

Join us for a talk on Neurodiversity and Anxiety from Executive Head, John Floyd, in London at 6.30pm on Wednesday 21st January 2026. Book here.