Leadership and Management
Working Together, Learning Together, Growing Together
The day to day Leadership and Management of the Family Centre is overseen by John Morris OBE and Theresa Jordan, supported by a team of committed volunteers.
John and Theresa worked together for over twenty years at Ardleigh Green Junior School, where John was the headteacher and Theresa was responsible for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Having retired from headship in 2024, John is now the Director of Academy Improvement for the EMPOWER Learning Academy Trust and Theresa is now the Assistant Headteacher of Hylands Primary School with responsibility for Inclusion. Undertaking their new roles whilst continuing to develop the work of the Family Centre, has been made possible through Reaching Communities funding which has allowed them to be seconded to the project on a weekly basis.
John Morris OBE
Having led Ardleigh Green Junior School for over 32 years John has an acute knowledge of the Ardleigh Green Community. John is passionate about parental engagement and community cohesion, which continues to be central to his work in education.
John received an OBE for services to education in 2015 and was awarded the converted Lifetime Achievement Award from the Times Educational Supplement in 2004.
Theresa Jordan
Over her 27 years in education, Theresa has developed a deep commitment to fostering inclusive, compassionate learning environments where every child can thrive.
Theresa’s educational journey began at Ardleigh Green Junior School as a class teacher across both upper and lower Key Stage 2, where she honed her skills as a practitioner committed to high standards and individualised support. Throughout her career she has maintained a child centered approach that places the needs of pupils and families at the heart of everything she does.
The trustees of Ardleigh Green Family Centre oversee governance, strategic direction, and financial management, ensuring the centre remains a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for the community.
Ardleigh Green Family Centre Trustees
John Morris OBE Chair
Theresa Jordan Trustee
William Jennings Trustee
Vicki Higgins Trustee
The Board of Trustees have supported the work of the Family Centre since its inception. Bill Jennings was the Chair of Governors when John first shared the vision, Kevin Stephenson was the Vice Chair of Governors and Vicki Higgins was John’s P.A. This dedicated group of people have witnessed the journey from VISION to PROVISION.
Working Together, Learning together they have undoubtedly Grown Together!
