Southmoor Academy Principal resigns weeks after investigation launched into 'anonymous allegations'

Southmoor Academy has confirmed former chief executive officer Mr Garrett made the decision to resign as principal of Southmoor Academy at the end of the Easter holidays.

The Echo previously reported that Mr Garrett was ‘absent from work’ in March as an investigation into ‘anonymous allegations’ was carried out.

Dr John Brown, Chair of Trustees, said: “At the end of the Easter Holidays Mr Garrett decided to resign as Principal of Southmoor after many years’ service to pursue new career opportunities elsewhere.

“Southmoor is grateful to him for his contribution and service.”

On March 10, Southmoor Academy confirmed professional advisors had been asked to investigate anonymous allegations it had received.

Tracey Garner is now registered as the vice principal and acting headteacher of the secondary school.

The academy was rated ‘good’ by Ofsted at its most recent inspection in November 2017.

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