Dan Carter

Dan Carter is an experienced leader with a proven track record of school improvement. He began his career in Norfolk as a history teacher in 2002 and has held a wide range of leadership positions in six different schools.

Dan had successful spells as a Vice Principal at Cromer Academy and Great Yarmouth Charter Academy before becoming Principal of Thetford Academy in 2018. He subsequently led Thetford Academy to a 'Good' Ofsted report and oversaw a significant improvement in exam outcomes. 

As Director of Education Dan is responsible for curriculum and teacher development across the Trust. He leads the Central Education Team, which is responsible for the development of our nationally renowned knowledge rich curriculum and the Inspiration Teaching School Hub, which delivers a wide range of professional development across Breckland, South Norfolk and Waveney.