New Head at Devonshire House School from September 2026

Mrs. O’Brien is currently Head of School at St. Michael’s CoE Primary School in Highgate; and has spent over 20 years working in North London primary schools.

Governors at Dukes Education have been rigorous in their search for exactly the right person to be the independent school’s next Head. Mrs O’Brien has unvaluable experience of Headship, knowledge of North London, along with the warmth needed to lead and cherish the special ethos of the Devonshire House School’s community.

Commenting on her appointment, Sinead said:

“I care deeply about providing high-quality teaching and creating a school environment where children feel happy, confident, and inspired to learn. I believe that when pupils feel known and encouraged, they flourish, not just academically, but as individuals.

Outside of school, I am a mum to three boys, two of whom are now grown up and independent, which gives me a real appreciation of how quickly children grow and how important these early school years are.

I am truly delighted to be joining Devonshire House School in September as being one of the leading prep schools in North London. I am very much looking forward to meeting all the pupils, staff, and families and I am excited to spend time in school over the summer term, getting to know the community and beginning to build the strong relationships that are at the heart of any happy and successful school.”