We are delighted to have supported Leighton Park School with the appointment of Luke Walters as Head from 1st September 2025.

Luke joins Leighton Park with a remarkable track record of success from Christ’s Hospital, where he has been Deputy Head since 2019. Luke has been instrumental in driving staff and academic standards at Christ’s Hospital, a school that has a focus on values and personalised learning in an inclusive and kind community.

He was previously part of the senior team at Ardingly College, where he was also a Housemaster. Prior to that, Luke worked at Marlborough College Malaysia as a Housemaster and Reading Blue Coat as Head of English. He gained his undergraduate degree from Exeter University, before later completing a Master’s in Shakespeare at Royal Holloway. 

Luke said: “I  am hugely excited to be joining Leighton Park School as Head. Leighton Park is an exceptional community of talented individuals, inspired to imagine a better world. As I step into the role, with such a superb foundation to build upon, I am committed to fostering an environment where kindness, compassion, and a holistic approach to learning are as vital as academic excellence. By nurturing both the hearts and minds of our students, we will ensure they not only succeed in their studies but also grow into thoughtful, resilient individuals, ready to make a positive impact on the world.”

Eme Dean-Lewis, Chair of Governors, said: “I am confident that Luke is the ideal person to lead Leighton Park into its next chapter. Luke stood out in a remarkably strong field of applicants, his proven track record of achieving outstanding results over time at his previous schools speaks to his ability. What makes Leighton Park truly remarkable is not just its academic success, but the unwavering dedication of its staff, the unique atmosphere of calm, and the inspiring way it encourages each student to thrive authentically, as themselves.”

We wish Luke every success in his new role.