Meet The Head

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Meet The Head

`Imagine a school where every member of its community is known and valued; where individuality is encouraged and pupils, parents and staff work together towards ensuring successful outcomes.`

Welcome to Radnor House Sevenoaks, a co-educational, independent school offering a nurturing environment from Nursery to Sixth Form. At Radnor, we take pride in truly understanding each pupil as an individual, reflecting our motto: 'Celebrating Every Individual'. Our community is like a family where students, parents, and staff all play vital roles in the educational journey.

We offer exceptional pastoral care, dedicated staff, and small year group sizes to ensure that every child is valued and no one goes unnoticed. Our excellent facilities, set within 27 acres of stunning scenery, provide numerous opportunities for sports and outdoor education, enriching the student experience.

Life at Radnor is shaped by our commitment to preparing pupils for life beyond school. We firmly believe that all pupils are capable of great things when effectively taught, motivated, and inspired by their school environment. Our small class sizes, dedicated teaching staff, fantastic facilities, and excellent scholarship programme support this belief.

Our vision is underpinned by four core values: Excellence, Perseverance, Courage, and Respect.

These values are practised in every aspect of school life, guiding our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals.

Join us at Radnor House Sevenoaks, where every child's journey is celebrated, and their potential is nurtured.

David Paton MA, MA

Head

About the Headmaster

Mr. David Paton has a long-standing history with Radnor House Sevenoaks, having served as Head of the school from 2016 to 2020 and being reappointed in 2024.

During his break from Radnor House, Mr. Paton pursued his broader interest in education, earning a distinction in his second Master’s degree in 'International Education and Development' from Sussex University.

Demonstrating his commitment to accessible education, he founded Radnor Junior School, a low-cost primary school in Semuto, Uganda. Mr. Paton also contributes to local education as Co-Chair of Governors at Churchill School, Westerham, and Deputy Chair at Ide Hill School.

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Before his tenure at Radnor House Sevenoaks, Mr. Paton was the founding Head of Radnor House Twickenham from 2010 to 2016. With over 20 years of experience in education, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. Mr. Paton is also a qualified Mountain Leader and enthusiastically leads the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award at Radnor. He is looking forward to the 2024 expedition to Glen Coe in Scotland. Residing locally in Ide Hill with his wife Jo and their three children—all of whom have attended Radnor House Sevenoaks—Mr. Paton is deeply rooted in the community. The family has two labradors, Beth and Monty. Jo and David have been actively involved in the school since its inception in 2016.

Before his tenure at Radnor House Sevenoaks, Mr. Paton was the founding Head of Radnor House Twickenham from 2010 to 2016. With over 20 years of experience in education, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.

Mr. Paton is also a qualified Mountain Leader and enthusiastically leads the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award at Radnor. He is looking forward to the 2024 expedition to Glen Coe in Scotland.

Residing locally in Ide Hill with his wife Jo and their three children—all of whom have attended Radnor House Sevenoaks—Mr. Paton is deeply rooted in the community. The family has two labradors, Beth and Monty. Jo and David have been actively involved in the school since its inception in 2016.