David Gibbons is the long-standing Headteacher of Nettleham Chuch of England Aided Junior School in Lincolnshire, England.  As of 2026, he has served as headteacher of the school for 22 years, having held the position since January 2004.

Professional Profile

    Current Role : 

    Headteacher at Nettleham Church of England Aided Junior School.

    He is also Acting Headteacher for the associated Nettleham Infant and Nursery School.

    Leadership Experience : 

    He has over 25 years of experience as headteacher, including  a prior role at Digby                      Church of England School from 1998 to 2003.

    Educational Involvement : 

    Beyond this school, Gibbons has been active with the National Association for the                        Teaching of English (NATE) for over 15 years, contributing to publications and                              government consultations on primary curriculum and assessment.

    Education : 

    He holds a BA (Hons) in History and Politics from the University of Warwick

    and a PGCE from Nottingham Trent University.

Personal Interests

Outside of education, David Gibbons is a musician.  He plays the trumpet in a 10 - piece ska band and has performed at major events such as the Glastonbury and Isle of Wight Festivals.