Leadership Team

At Falmouth School, we believe that every child has the potential to flourish. Our role is to nurture that potential by providing an education that is ambitious, inclusive and filled with opportunity. Whether students excel academically, creatively, on the sports field, through leadership or in service to others, we are committed to helping every young person discover their strengths and develop the confidence to succeed.

Our values of Kindness, Responsibility and Ambition are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that kindness and ambition go hand in hand; that young people achieve their best when they feel safe, supported and challenged to aim high. We have created a culture of belonging where strong relationships and high expectations enable every student to thrive.

As a school of over 1,000 students, including a thriving and growing VI Form, we are proud to be a school of choice for families across our community. Our students are a constant source of pride. They achieve excellent outcomes, embrace opportunities beyond the classroom and contribute positively to school life through sport, music, drama, the arts, community projects and student leadership. They are kind, resilient and ambitious young people who represent our school with distinction.

We are incredibly fortunate to be located in the beautiful coastal town of Falmouth. Our unique setting, with its rich maritime heritage, vibrant creative culture and spectacular coastline, provides endless opportunities to enrich learning and broaden horizons. We believe education extends far beyond the classroom, and we encourage every student to make the most of the experiences our wonderful community has to offer.

Our staff are our greatest asset. We invest heavily in professional development and work collaboratively to ensure every lesson is engaging, purposeful and inspiring. Visitors regularly comment on the calm, welcoming atmosphere around the school and the warmth of the relationships between students and staff. It is something we are incredibly proud of.

Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family will make. I hope our website gives you a flavour of what makes Falmouth School such a special place, but nothing compares to seeing it for yourself. I warmly invite you to visit us, meet our students and staff, and experience first hand the ambition, warmth and sense of belonging that define our school.

A proud Cornishman, Mr Helgesen is deeply committed to creating the conditions in school for all students to achieve their best possible outcomes, not only academically but also through a wide range of personal development opportunities. With 23 years of teaching experience, primarily as a PE teacher, he has also served extensively as a Head of Year, supporting students’ academic and personal growth.

Before moving to Falmouth School, Mr Helgesen was Behaviour Lead and Director of Key Stage 4, where he successfully worked to improve student outcomes and engagement. He has also led numerous foreign educational experience trips and countless ski trips, providing students with invaluable opportunities to grow, learn, and build confidence outside the classroom. His leadership is rooted in fostering a sense of community, inspiring students to excel, and ensuring every young person feels supported in their journey.

Raised in the South West, Mr. Price is passionate about ensuring young people in Cornwall are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in all aspects of life. With extensive experience in both Cornwall and the South East, he has led whole-school improvements, focusing on both academic success and the holistic development of students. Specialising in medieval and early modern history, Mr. Price also oversees Curriculum, Communications, and Health & Safety at Falmouth School, always striving to create a positive, supportive environment for both students and staff.

Committed to staff well-being, he believes in fostering a balanced and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to grow. Outside of school, Mr. Price enjoys playing the piano and maintaining classic cars, interests that reflect his belief in work-life balance and the importance of well-being.

Originally from the West Highlands, Mr Mitchell has taught in schools in London and Cornwall. He is committed to the idea of education as a force for good and believes we serve our young people best by ensuring they leave school with the knowledge and skills to achieve anything they want, alongside the kindness and compassion to share this with others. Mr Mitchell oversees Student Outcomes, Exams and Pupil Premium.

Mrs Benney has lived within the community of Falmouth throughout her life, and considers herself to be incredibly fortunate to not only raise her young family in our wonderful town, but also to lead on Teaching and Learning at our school, enriching the learning opportunities and experiences for young people, whilst embedding a lifelong love of learning. Mrs Benney’s teaching subject is PE, and she oversees the Teaching and Learning, all CPD, staff induction, ITT and ECF.

Mr Christophers has taught at Falmouth since he qualified as a teacher in 2015. In that time he has held the role of teacher, tutor, head of department and head of faculty. Born and raised locally, Mr Christophers believes wholeheartedly in the potential for every student at Falmouth to achieve their ambitions and the important role the school plays in the community. Mr Christophers leads on behaviour and is also the lead for Vi Form and Personal Development.

In his spare time Mr Christophers enjoys travelling, swimming and playing the saxophone as well as a number of other instruments.

I have been dedicated to teaching in Cornish schools for over 26 years and am proud to be Cornish born and bred. My deep connections with the Falmouth community stem from my own school days and my time spent rowing on the water. As a Maths teacher and Assistant Head Teacher responsible for students with special educational needs and disabilities, my goal is to ensure every child is happy, included, and supported in becoming their best selves. I am truly committed to serving this community.

Mrs. Miller, a lifelong Cornwall resident and former student of Falmouth School and Sixth Form, returned to the school in September 2022, aiming to provide students with the same quality education she received. Now part of the Senior Leadership Team, she oversees Year 11, focusing on welfare, safeguarding, and student outcomes. Passionate about helping students reach their full potential, she constantly seeks innovative ways to enhance their school experience. Though her expertise is in English, she's also a fitness enthusiast, often found in the school gym or running around Pendennis Point.