George joined The Samara Trust as CEO in March 2021, with overall responsibility for our schools, working with colleagues to develop the quality and breadth of our curriculum offer, underpinned by a strong focus on the fundamental skills of literacy and numeracy and children’s personal and social development.

As part of the original founding team for The Samara Trust, Helen is responsible for the financial management of the schools in the Trust and their administrative functions.

Previously the business manager for Upton Heath C of E Primary School, James joined The Samara Trust on its formation in March 2018 and is responsible for premises management and health & safety across the Trust’s estate.