Kelly Holbrook

HT at Berwick Academy. Leading from 2026 to our new school launch in 2028 and beyond. Dedicated to building first-class 11-18 education for our community.

[Vic Goddard @vicgoddard]

@MaryMyatt I agree as always! https://t.co/wbIqi37vVJ

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

What a way to end my first 5 weeks as the new HT at Berwick Academy! Huge congrats to our Bad Racing team (1st and 3rd at Croft!) & our athletes heading to Hexham. We’ve also appointed two brilliant DHTs plus staff for our new SEND unit. Have a wonderful half term! ☀️

[Berwick Secondary @BerwickSec]

Welcome to the new official home of Berwick Academy on X.

We’re launching this fresh space to share our journey toward the 2026 11-18 transition and our brand-new campus in 2028.

Follow us for live updates, student success and the future of education in our town.

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

Two weeks into my new role as Headteacher of Berwick Academy and it’s been a whirlwind! Have spent the first fortnight listening to staff, meeting our fantastic students & planning for our 2026 transition and 2028 build. More updates to follow as we build the future together💪

[The Royal Family @RoyalFamily]

📚An afternoon to recognise the incredible people who work in education!

This afternoon, Their Majesties hosted a Garden Party in Buckingham Palace, supported by the Department of Education, to celebrate those working in education and skills.

Thank you to the @RoyalBalletSch for your special performance in the garden!

[Rebecca English @RE_DailyMail]

From Tik Tok royalty to the nation’s incredible army of teachers: King Charles and Queen Camilla host 7,000 guests at a Buckingham Palace garden party recognising people who work in education and skills | Daily Mail Online https://t.co/cjphNyCfBw

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

So proud to attend the DfE’s garden party today for education and skills. I have had such a fulfilling and rewarding career working in schools. It was lovely to celebrate that and be recognised for the brilliant work that it is 👑

[LongbentonHS @longbentonhs]

The cast of Matilda were fantastic in their dress rehearsal today.Thank you to the y5 students from @ststephensrc @foresthallps @bentondeneprim @BalliolPrimary @holystoneschool Bailey Green for being an amazing audience. Tickets still available for all 3 performances

[LongbentonHS @longbentonhs]

You were so well behaved and a great audience! We hope to welcome you back to LHS soon

[Schools North East @SCHOOLSNE]

Huge congratulations to students at @longbentonhs 🙋

▶️ Longbenton High School is proud to announce outstanding achievements. "An impressive 21% of students achieved a sweep of top grades at A*-A."

Read the full story here: https://t.co/STKiSDtDeT

#ALevelResultsDay2024

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

Super productive day with brilliant leaders current and new from
@longbentonhs Lucky to work with such great people and feeling energised with ideas, solutions and plans for next year 😁

[LongbentonHS @longbentonhs]

⭐️Assistant Headteacher vacancy⭐️

September start

Strategic leadership of Personal Development

L12-16

https://t.co/munTNR3Ki2

[LHS Y8 @lhs_classof2029]

Hot chocolate HEROes this fortnight (who have gained the most HERO points) are: Matthew M, Jack H, Sophie G, L-Jay S, Archie H and Chloe N. We are looking forward to spending an extended break time with you on Wednesday @longbentonhs

[LHS Y8 @lhs_classof2029]

Top attendance this fortnight goes to 8JFR well done! 👏👏Remember you need to attend to achieve and feel belonging! If there is anything we can do to support better attendance please speak to the y8 pastoral team. @longbentonhs

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

@lhs_classof2029 Have an amazing time! 😊

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

@lhs_classof2029 @longbentonhs So proud of these guys! Loving these #LHSLegends. Hats off to Mrs Lambert and Miss Charlton for supporting you all to this half way point so brilliantly🥰

[LHS Y8 @lhs_classof2029]

10 y7 students in the Lego League were at @Nissanuk on Thursday. They got to the semi finals of the knockout tournament. They showed our KIDMAP values throughout the day; we are so proud! #LHSLegend🏅@longbentonhs

[Kelly Holbrook @HTBerwick]

So proud of @longbentonhs Y7 & 6th formers demonstrating our reading culture and house community / spirit right here 🥹#readingbuddies #Reading #readingforpleasure

[LHS Y8 @lhs_classof2029]

It was so lovely to see our Year 7 students partnered up with their sixth form reading buddies this week in the LRC. We cannot wait to hear what you have been reading!

[LongbentonHS @longbentonhs]

https://t.co/dNu7qtJWRL