Data-driven schools series

Marian Wheeler

About Marian

Marian is GDST Data Systems Manager at the Girls’ Day School Trust, supporting 25 schools in their use of data systems and MIS. With over a decade of experience, including consultancy for 800 schools, she specialises in best practice, data standards, analytics, and training, empowering schools to maximise their data systems for improvement.

Louise Pink

About Louise

Louise has over 25 years' experience in the primary sector, including roles as Deputy Head, Co-Head, and Headteacher. She has led on safeguarding, SEND, assessment, and pupil premium, and has taught across all primary age ranges. Louise’s leadership includes overseeing integrated resources for children with communication and language needs.

Ash Reygate

About Ash

Ash has extensive experience as an MIS/Data Manager and school governor. His focus has been on using data to drive school improvement, support strategic decisions, and enhance student outcomes. Ash is passionate about purposeful data collection that leads to meaningful insights and impact.

Amy Clarke

About Amy

Amy has extensive school leadership experience, including roles as a primary teacher, SENCO, safeguarding lead, and key stage lead. She has used data to drive improvements, from targeted academic support to effective parental engagement, always emphasising purposeful, timely action that benefits students and the wider school community.