At Rishworth School, our Pastoral Team stand at the heart of our school community, guiding with purpose, compassion and integrity. Together, they foster a culture of care, growth and excellence, ensuring every child is known, supported and encouraged to thrive.
![Jessica Sheldrick - Headteacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664178607/rishworthschoolcouk/d4hufwmhuejziwuxwyj1/120A3227.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664178607/rishworthschoolcouk/d4hufwmhuejziwuxwyj1/120A3227.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664178607/rishworthschoolcouk/d4hufwmhuejziwuxwyj1/120A3227.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664178607/rishworthschoolcouk/d4hufwmhuejziwuxwyj1/120A3227.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1664178607/rishworthschoolcouk/d4hufwmhuejziwuxwyj1/120A3227.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1664178607/rishworthschoolcouk/d4hufwmhuejziwuxwyj1/120A3227.jpg","width":2200}])
![David Baker - Head of Rishworth Preparatory]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764085541/rishworthschoolcouk/hko1mlvqgzmdjvkvg2xt/HeadofRishworthPreparatoryDavidBaker.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764085541/rishworthschoolcouk/hko1mlvqgzmdjvkvg2xt/HeadofRishworthPreparatoryDavidBaker.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764085541/rishworthschoolcouk/hko1mlvqgzmdjvkvg2xt/HeadofRishworthPreparatoryDavidBaker.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764085541/rishworthschoolcouk/hko1mlvqgzmdjvkvg2xt/HeadofRishworthPreparatoryDavidBaker.webp","width":1200}])
![Kathryn De Ferrer - Deputy Head, DSL & Head of Boarding]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754042485/rishworthschoolcouk/ulwcoefztgp7exlbnere/KathrynDeFerrer.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754042485/rishworthschoolcouk/ulwcoefztgp7exlbnere/KathrynDeFerrer.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754042485/rishworthschoolcouk/ulwcoefztgp7exlbnere/KathrynDeFerrer.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754042485/rishworthschoolcouk/ulwcoefztgp7exlbnere/KathrynDeFerrer.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754042485/rishworthschoolcouk/ulwcoefztgp7exlbnere/KathrynDeFerrer.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754042485/rishworthschoolcouk/ulwcoefztgp7exlbnere/KathrynDeFerrer.jpg","width":2200}])
![Elisabeth Allison - Deputy Head of Rishworth Preparatory]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754313981/rishworthschoolcouk/ntd9hagliwjtsmu9kzup/DeputyHeadofRishworthPreparatoryElisabethAllison.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754313981/rishworthschoolcouk/ntd9hagliwjtsmu9kzup/DeputyHeadofRishworthPreparatoryElisabethAllison.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754313981/rishworthschoolcouk/ntd9hagliwjtsmu9kzup/DeputyHeadofRishworthPreparatoryElisabethAllison.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754313981/rishworthschoolcouk/ntd9hagliwjtsmu9kzup/DeputyHeadofRishworthPreparatoryElisabethAllison.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754313981/rishworthschoolcouk/ntd9hagliwjtsmu9kzup/DeputyHeadofRishworthPreparatoryElisabethAllison.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754313981/rishworthschoolcouk/ntd9hagliwjtsmu9kzup/DeputyHeadofRishworthPreparatoryElisabethAllison.jpg","width":2200}])
governors
Our 2025 Governors:
- Reverend Canon Hilary Barber (Chair of Governors)
- Mrs Maxine Garbett (Vice Chair of Governors)
- Mrs Elisa Davies (Parent Governor)
- Mrs Emma Dinnis (Parent Governor)
- Mrs Jo Kaye (Parent Governor)
- Mr Oliver Handley (Governor)
- Mr Barrie Moore (Governor)