Melissa Jones
Assistant Headteacher of Primary
Melissa is delighted to be starting her seventh year at GEMS Metropole School, as Assistant Headteacher. Melissa has a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Children, Schools and Families from the University of Central Lancashire. She then went on to complete her Postgraduate Certificate in Education at Liverpool Hope University.
Melissa has a range of teaching experience working with students in both Foundation Stage and the Primary Years. She has held various leadership posts within GEMS Metropole School, including Head of Department, Head of Year and Teaching & Learning Coach. In addition to her academic roles, Melissa has also volunteered in Asia as a teacher of English.
Melissa is a firm believer that education is an immersive experience that connects students with the real world, fostering both intellectual and personal growth. As part of the Values School, she aims to inspire teachers to provide immersive and memorable learning experiences for all students, that instill essential values and nurture them to become well-rounded individuals, prepared to navigate the world around them.
Beyond the school community, she loves to travel and enjoys learning about new cultures as well as being an extremely passionate reader.
Melissa is looking forward to working closely with our MTS community, for another exciting and memorable year!
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Primary Curriculum
GEMS Metropole School teachers plan challenging, well-organised, interesting lessons with good pace, and incorporate a range of teaching and Assessment for Learning pedagogies. There are regular opportunities for leadership, decision-making and problem solving and pupils are encouraged to take an active role in the learning opportunities they encounter.
