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Alessandro began his teaching career as an English teacher, qualifying through the Teach First programme. Now an experienced education leader, Alessandro has a wealth of experience, having led as a headteacher and deputy headteacher across multiple areas of school life: inclusion, pastoral care, staff development and the curriculum.

Recently, Sandro served as Executive Headteacher of Academy21 for over 2 years, developing flexible, inspiring educational opportunities for online learners and leading the strategic direction of the school. Combining his past experience with a deep appreciation for the ways in which online alternative provision can support learners to thrive, Alessandro now oversees all Academy21 operations to build an inclusive education that prepares students for the environments that they will work and live in, and giving them the space and structure to develop not just as learners but individuals.

Alessandro has an MA in Educational Leadership alongside the NPQH and a wealth of experience when it comes to leadership and inclusion. He firmly believes that all learners can thrive through an engaging curriculum and high-quality support that recognises student effort and enables learners from all contexts to achieve personal goals. He has seen the significant positive impact that alternative provision can have on learners facing challenges that prevent them from attending school in the traditional sense. Above all, he is driven by ensuring students have an inclusive, engaging educational experience that motivates them to achieve their aspirations.