Meet our Well School Peer Reviewers

Our Peer Reviewers are experienced education professionals who play a vital role in supporting schools through the Well Schools Accreditation process. They bring their expertise and professional insight to review each school’s evidence against the Accreditation criteria, recognise strengths and effective practice, and provide constructive feedback to support continued development.

Peer Reviewers also make informed recommendations on Accreditation outcomes, helping to ensure the process is consistent, credible and focused on meaningful whole-school improvement.

Barny Day

Director of PE, Sport and Wellbeing, Haberdashers' Trust South

Barny Day has over 20 years' experience in education as a PE teacher, pastoral leader, Assistant Headteacher and now Director of PE, Sport and Wellbeing at Haberdashers' Trust South. Working across inner London schools, he has championed whole-school approaches that place wellbeing at the heart of education. Barny is passionate about supporting schools to create positive cultures where staff and pupils can thrive, recognising that wellbeing is fundamental to improving engagement, achievement and long-term outcomes.

Chris Jew

Head of Service, Trusted Sports Alliance 

Chris Jew has worked in education for over 20 years as a PE teacher, School Sport Coordinator, Partnership Development Manager and School Games Organiser. As Head of Service for the Trusted Sports Alliance, he leads School Games across Shropshire and supports schools to embed whole-school wellbeing through the Well Schools programme. Chris also delivers national PE specialist training and works with a multi-academy trust to strengthen leadership, wellbeing and sustainable school improvement across primary and secondary schools.

Claire Tennyson

Executive Director, Redcar & Eston School Sport Partnership CIC 

Claire Tennyson has more than 25 years' experience working with schools to improve outcomes through physical activity, wellbeing and school sport. As Executive Director of Redcar & Eston School Sport Partnership CIC, she works locally and nationally to help schools use wellbeing as a driver for sustainable improvement. Claire is also a school governor and multi-academy trust trustee, bringing extensive leadership experience and a strong commitment to supporting healthier, happier school communities.

Clare Hoods-Truman

Executive Principal, Oasis Academy Blakenhale Infant and Junior School 

Clare Hoods-Truman is an experienced education leader with over 25 years in senior leadership, including Executive Principal across multiple schools. She has led significant whole-school improvement with a focus on wellbeing, leadership development and curriculum innovation. Clare is passionate about creating cultures where staff, pupils and communities thrive, combining strategic leadership with practical experience to support schools in embedding sustainable approaches that improve wellbeing, learning and long-term educational outcomes.

Dean Woodham

School Sport Partnership Lead, North Oxfordshire School Sports Partnership 

Dean Woodham has worked in education for over 20 years and leads the North Oxfordshire School Sports Partnership. He supports schools to embed whole-school approaches that prioritise wellbeing, inclusion and physical activity. Working across a wide network of schools and national partners, Dean helps share best practice, strengthen leadership and create sustainable change. He is passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive within healthy, active and inclusive school communities.

Gareth Hamblin

PE Specialist and Apprentice Tutor, Go Well 

Gareth Hamblin is a PE Specialist and Apprentice Tutor at Go Well with over 15 years' experience supporting schools to improve PE, school sport and physical activity. A qualified teacher with a master's degree in Educational Leadership, he leads professional learning, apprenticeship programmes and coaching development. Gareth has co-authored educational resources and is passionate about helping schools embed sustainable practice that improves wellbeing, learning and life chances for every young person. 

James Mooney

Senior Curriculum Leader for PE, Cabot Learning Federation 

James Mooney is a nationally recognised leader in physical education and school improvement. As Senior Curriculum Leader for PE at Cabot Learning Federation and Lead PE CatalYST for Youth Sport Trust, he supports schools across the country to develop inclusive, high-quality practice. James has led curriculum innovation, staff development and strategic partnerships that strengthen wellbeing, physical literacy and pupil engagement, helping schools create environments where every young person can thrive. 

Natalie Robb

School Food and Activity Advisor, Oxfordshire County Council 

Natalie Robb is School Food and Activity Advisor at Oxfordshire County Council, where she supports schools to improve children's health and wellbeing through whole-school approaches. She works with local and national partners to develop programmes that promote healthy eating, physical activity and positive school cultures. Passionate about tackling health inequalities, Natalie helps schools create inclusive environments where wellbeing underpins learning, enabling every child to flourish and achieve their full potential. 

Hannah Vecchione

Head of Education and Training, TeamMCR / MPETT 

Hannah Vecchione has over 30 years' experience teaching and leading physical education across Manchester schools. An Assistant Headteacher, SENDCo and strategic leader for physical education, she has championed inclusive practice throughout her career. Hannah leads professional learning across TeamMCR and MPETT, supporting schools to improve outcomes through high-quality PE, sport and physical activity. She is passionate about creating inclusive environments where every child can succeed, belong and thrive.