A NEW leader has been appointed at The Bay CE School in Sandown.

The new head of school, Nick Cousins, will work alongside the primary head of school Sharon Johnson, under the direction of executive headteacher Duncan Mills.

The Bay will be delivering education for children aged 11 to 16 from September.

Mr Cousins, who has more than 20 years experience in the education sector, is currently the assistant headteacher at Portchester Community School.

He said: “Having been brought up on the south coast, I know the Isle of Wight really well and growing up I was able to see Ryde from my bedroom window.

"My aim is to provide the community with a school that they can once again be proud of and more importantly it is essential that the children of Sandown are provided with the high quality education that they deserve.”

Information evenings for parents and carers will be held during the summer term where they will be able to meet Mr Cousins. Dates will be published after the Easter holidays.