Our School
Welcome from the Headteacher…
At MIAG, we firmly believe that every child’s education is a journey of enquiry and exploration, with each individual starting with us at a different point in their learning, often with challenging previous experiences within education and with different strengths and skills.
Our curriculum and approach to education in general prioritises each child’s unique qualities and interests to support them in achieving their own individual aspirations and goals. This curriculum is implemented by experienced, skilled teachers, who adapt learning to meet the needs of each child and their understanding of the content.
We hope that the pages of our website begin to bring our school and the exciting journey we are on to life however, we understand that this will only give you a glimpse of what we are setting out to achieve. Should you wish to know more about us or have any questions, please do not hesitate contact us to arrange a call or visit.
Our Vision
At MIAG we aim to create an environment where our students feel safe and thrive while they find their place in the world, connect with learning, build strong relationships, and overcome their challenges.
We aim to create a supportive and positive school community where every student feels valued, encouraged and able to enjoy their time at school. Through strong relationships and a nurturing environment, we help students develop their knowledge, skills and confidence, preparing them for life at school and the opportunities and challenges that lie beyond it.
By giving students opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills through practical, real-life experiences, we aim to build confidence, independence and a strong sense of purpose. We encourage every student to recognise their own potential and understand how their choices and actions can make a positive difference.
Our Values…
Respect – Our community uses kindness as a means to value each individual and to support them. We believe that it is incumbent on each of us to empower each other by celebrating successes, striving to develop each other and providing honest feedback, even when it isn’t easy.
Resilience – Our community is resilience by seeking to be positive at all times. We are proud of our courage and integrity, seeking to achieve our aspirations as both individuals and a school community.
Relationships – Our community celebrates each individual and their uniqueness however, also prides itself on promoting an empathy for difference. This tolerance, empaty and relentless belief in the importance of strong relationships is at the heart of our collective unity.
Meet the Team
Guy Swallow – Headteacher, SENCO & DSL Gswallow@miag.co.uk
Karen Beard – KS2 Teacher, Karen@miag.co.uk
Ian Irwin – KS3 Teacher, Ian@miag.co.uk
Kiera Noon – KS3 Teacher, Kiera@miag.co.uk
Shoshana Hilterman – KS4 Teacher, Shoshana@miag.co.uk
Mike Howard – Pastoral Lead, Mike@miag.co.uk
Jed O’Connell – HLTA (Pastoral), Jed@miag.co.uk
Cadie-Leigh Pickford – TA (Pastoral), Cadie-Leigh@miag.co.uk
Ruby Evans – Teaching Assistant, Ruby@miag.co.uk
Barry Hayles – Teaching Assistant, Barry@miag.co.uk
Natalie Hudson – Office Administrator, Natalie@miag.co.uk
Libby Jackson – Teaching Assistant, Libby@miag.co.uk
Sally King – Teaching Assistant (ELSA), Sally@miag.co.uk
Betty Mybe – Teaching Assistant, Betty@miag.co.uk
Sia Nanoh – Teaching Assistant, Sia@miag.co.uk
Kota Scourfield – Teaching Assistant, Kota@miag.co.uk
Grace Short – Teaching Assistant (ELSA), Grace@miag.co.uk
Liam Tizard, Teaching Assistant, Liam@miag.co.uk
Alana Wakeham, Teaching Assistant, Alana@miag.co.uk
Natasha Lippiatt, Office Administrator, Natasha Lippiatt
Craig Courtice, Caretaker, Craig Courtice
You can read Ofsted report below:
Ofsted Pre-Registration Report 50299074
Term Dates
MIAGs term dates align with BANES Term Dates for the convenience of parents and carers who may have children at other schools within the local authority or nearby authorities. However, our Inset Days are planned according to our school priorities so may be different to those of local schools.
Term 1 – Wednesday 2nd September – Friday 23rd October 2026
Term 2 – Monday 2nd November – Friday 18th December 2026
Term 3 – Monday 4th January – Friday 12th February 2027
Term 4 – Monday 22nd February – Thursday 25th March 2027
Term 5 – Monday 12th April – Friday 28th May 2027
Term 6 – Monday 7th June – Thursday 22nd July 2027
Inset Day – Wednesday 2nd September 2026
Inset Day – Wednesday 21st October 2026
Inset Day – Thursday 22nd October 2026
Inset Day – Friday 6th November 2026
Inset Day – Monday 4th January 2027
