GovernancePart of Dukes Education
Orchard House School is offered governance and strategic support by Dukes Education, with the school continuing to be run by our Head, Mrs Henrietta Adams. Dukes is a family of schools, teachers, learners, and parents connected by our pursuit of an extraordinary life for every member of our community. Our philosophy is to support each individual to live with purpose, to encourage a love of learning, and to act as a team.
All of this is underpinned by a quality standard that runs through everything we do. We believe that education is a journey to be enjoyed and shared at every stage of life, unlocking extraordinary possibilities for every student.
To learn more about our family, visit dukeseducation.com
Our primary office is located at 58 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6AJ.
The landline number for the office is +44 (0) 203 696 5300
Governors Our Governors
As part of Dukes, OHS continues to lead on all decisions and retain its independence. Dukes adds to this the benefit of the collective, providing security and support, a platform for sharing best practice, and the reassurance of a host of all-through education options.
Aatif Hassan is the Chairman of Dukes and OHS. He can be contacted by email on aatif.hassan@dukeseducation.com or by calling the Dukes Education office on +44 (0) 203 696 5300. The Governors support and challenge the school leadership team, monitor the quality of teaching and the progress of school improvement, and oversee behaviour and safety. Acting as ‘critical friend’ the Governors do not involve themselves directly in operational matters, which are the responsibility of the Head and the Senior Leadership Team. The Governors’ role is primarily strategic.
Aatif Hassan
Chair of Governors and Founder of Dukes Education
Aatif founded Dukes Education in 2015. He is also Chairman of Cavendish Education, a group of 11 schools for pupils with dyslexia and autism; and a trustee of St James Independent Schools. Aatif is also on the board of CReSTeD. Aatif has a first-class degree in Mathematics and Economics and also had a British Army commission. In 2020, he was awarded the Freedom of City of London for services to education. He can be contacted by email on aatif.hassan@dukeseducation.com or by calling the Dukes Education office on +44 (0) 203 696 5300.
David Goodhew
Managing Director of Dukes Education
David studied Classics at Oxford, graduating with a First. From 2012–2023 he was Head of Latymer Upper School, where he launched the Inspiring Minds campaign, raising £40m to fund bursaries for 1 in 4 pupils. Under his leadership, Latymer won three TES Awards in 2018, including Independent School of the Year.
He has been a finalist in the UK Social Mobility Awards and is a trustee of the Dukes Foundation and a Fellow at Winchester College. David chaired the Dukes Education Advisory Board before becoming Managing Director.
He can be contacted on david.goodhew@dukeseducation.com or by calling the Dukes Education office on +44 (0) 203 696 5300.
