Robert Bradley
Head of Computer Science and Paget Housemaster @The Abbey School, Reading
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Computer Science and Paget Housemaster @The Abbey School, Reading
Reading, GB
As Head of Computer Science responsible for:* Transforming academic outcomes with GCSE grade 9 results improving from 15.6% to 48% over two years, while maintaining 100% A*-B grades at A-Level. ISI inspection feedback:\"Department tours - parents that are seen are \'blown away\' by facilities and our approach to normalising Computer Science in girls.\"* Leading comprehensive KS3 curriculum redesign incorporating Minecraft Education-based Python programming and physical computing with Micro:bits. Student feedback:\"I believe that coding will become the core of life in the future, and that without understanding it, I will be left behind everyone else.\"* Developing exceptional teaching staff with one colleague achieving Microsoft Innovator Expert status, Micro:bit Champion, and Digital Schoolhouse Lead Teacher, leading to international presentations at Reading University and British Council. Senior leadership noted \"good comms across the department.\"* Creating unique facilities including the Computing Workshop with dedicated server racks and networking equipment, plus partnership with Reading University for SuperComputer access - the only local secondary school offering students hands-on networking experience with admin rights.* Implementing targeted interventions that saw struggling students predicted grades 4-6 supported through weekly groups, with one colleague reflecting:\"I managed to get students that thought they were going to fail with a 4 to believe they could easily achieve an 8.\"* Expanding co-curricular provision including first eSports and First Lego League Robotics teams, achieving 13th place nationally in CyberCenturion and 50+ Gold Certificates (top 10%) in Bebras Challenge.Department culture feedback:\"Environment in our department is great. I laugh every single morning.\"
EDUCATION
University of Greenwich
Certificate in Education
The Open University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Mathematics and Computer Science
Bracknell & Wokingham College
C&G 7307 1&2, Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
ABOUT ROBERT BRADLEY
A Founding Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching and Member of the Society of Education and Training, with twenty-two years of teaching experience spanning FE & HE, traditional secondary schools, UTCs, adult & community education, and alternative provision.Currently serving as Head of Computer Science and Paget Housemaster at The Abbey School, Reading, where I\'ve transformed departmental outcomes with GCSE grade 9 results improving from 15.6% to 48% while maintaining 100% A*-B grades at A-Level. My approach combines innovative curriculum design—including Minecraft Education-based Python programming and physical computing—with targeted interventions that build both technical capability and student confidence.As a Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Office Specialist Expert, and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE), I specialise in supporting teachers to leverage technology for improved educational outcomes. Previously led UTC Reading to Microsoft Showcase School status four consecutive years and successfully implemented whole-school digital strategies including AI policy development, one-to-one device rollout, and digital examination pilots.Experienced teacher educator serving as ITTCo, PGCE and NQT Mentor, and STEM Facilitator on the NCCE\'s CS Accelerator programme. I\'m passionate about developing teaching staff—supporting colleagues to achieve Microsoft Innovator Expert status, international speaking opportunities, and recognition as subject matter experts.Beyond education, I serve as a volunteer with Berkshire Lowland Search and Rescue, combining analytical problem-solving with practical fieldwork—an approach that mirrors my educational philosophy of connecting theoretical knowledge with real-world application.Specialisms: Computer Science pedagogy • Digital transformation • Teacher development • Curriculum innovation • Student outcomes • Educational technology
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