Spring Education - Meet the Team
Becky Wilson
Woody the Dog
Becky Wilson
Becky is an experienced and successful headteacher who has led a number of primary schools across Wiltshire and Bath. Her leadership journey includes both Local Authority and Multi Academy Trust settings, giving her a broad understanding of different school contexts and systems.
Most recently, Becky served as Executive Headteacher of Wins
Becky is an experienced and successful headteacher who has led a number of primary schools across Wiltshire and Bath. Her leadership journey includes both Local Authority and Multi Academy Trust settings, giving her a broad understanding of different school contexts and systems.
Most recently, Becky served as Executive Headteacher of Winsley Primary School and St Martin's Garden Primary, both within the Palladian Multi Academy Trust.
In addition to her headship roles, Becky is a Local Authority Safeguarding Advisor and a trained Thrive Practitioner, with a deep commitment to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and staff alike.
Becky brings warmth, clarity, and a deeply relational approach to school improvement — always focused on creating the conditions where people and communities can thrive.
Dan Crossman
Woody the Dog
Becky Wilson
Dan has been the headteacher of two Wiltshire primary schools — one a small village setting, the other a large two-form entry school with a Complex Needs Resource Base. He has led multiple successful Ofsted and SIAMS inspections and has a strong track record of delivering meaningful, sustainable school improvement.
Dan is particularly pas
Dan has been the headteacher of two Wiltshire primary schools — one a small village setting, the other a large two-form entry school with a Complex Needs Resource Base. He has led multiple successful Ofsted and SIAMS inspections and has a strong track record of delivering meaningful, sustainable school improvement.
Dan is particularly passionate about inclusive education and has helped lead significant change in SEND provision, ensuring that children with additional needs are fully supported to thrive. He also has experience as an interim headteacher, guiding schools through complex and challenging periods with calm, compassionate leadership.
Recently, Dan contributed to national conversations on education funding, appearing on BBC News and BBC Radio 5 Live to share his insights on the pressures facing schools today.
Woody the Dog
Woody the Dog
Woody the Dog
Woody is the real star of the show. As school dog at Marlborough St Mary’s, he brings calm, comfort, and just the right amount of chaos to daily life. With an exceptional talent for wellbeing walks, reading sessions, and biscuit detection, Woody is by far the most skilled member of the team — and he only charges in Bonios.
If you’re think
Woody is the real star of the show. As school dog at Marlborough St Mary’s, he brings calm, comfort, and just the right amount of chaos to daily life. With an exceptional talent for wellbeing walks, reading sessions, and biscuit detection, Woody is by far the most skilled member of the team — and he only charges in Bonios.
If you’re thinking about introducing a school dog of your own, we’re always happy to share what we’ve learned (well, Woody might nap through the advice session, but Dan can fill you in).