A new principal has been announced for Norwich's Hewett Academy.

Norwich Evening News: Tom Leverage, principal of the Hewett AcademyTom Leverage, principal of the Hewett Academy (Image: Archant)

In June, the school, run by the Inspiration Trust, announced that Tom Leverage would be stepping down from the role to take up a headship in Coventry.

The school has since confirmed that Rebecca Handley-Kirk will take over the top role.

Mrs Handley-Kirk is currently principal at the Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form in Norwich, another Inspiration Trust school.

Chris Jennings, who is currently deputy principal at Sir Isaac, will become principal there.

MORE: Norwich's Hewett Academy sixth form to cut its A-Level subjects and focus on sport courseIn a newsletter to parents Mr Leverage said: 'It was a difficult decision for me to move on from the Hewett Academy given the remarkable progress we have made together as a school community, but my new post allows me to fully bring together my faith and my passion for education.

'Mrs Handley Kirk is one of the Inspiration Trust's most successful principals and I am glad that you will all be in such good hands from September.'

The school has faced poor exam results and falling pupil numbers in recent years.

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