Corpus Christi headteacher moves to All Saints MAT

All Saints Multi Academy Trust has appointed Samantha Birchall as executive headteacher.

As part of her role, Samantha Birchall will have overall strategic responsibility for The Federation of St Mary’s Catholic Infant School and St Mary’s Catholic Junior School. The school will officially join the trust in February.

Samantha has been headteacher of Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School and Nursery in Rainford, St Helens, since 2015. With a wealth of experience in educational Catholic leadership and a proven track record of driving positive change, Samantha will bring a dynamic and innovative approach to the trust and support the delivery of an outstanding learning environment for children within the two schools.

Commenting on her new role, Samantha said: “I am pleased to join All Saints Multi Academy Trust during this exciting period of growth.

“As a Catholic leader, I am looking forward to working closely with The Federation of St Mary’s Catholic Infant School and St Mary’s Catholic Junior School and working collaboratively with other schools within the trust.”

CEO of ASMAT, Heather Duggan, said: “We are thrilled to appoint Samantha Birchall as executive headteacher.

She has had an extensive career in teaching and a proven track record of success in Catholic schools.

“We look forward to Samantha playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of education within our trust.”