Meet our team and read their profiles as to why they love Cranbrook Education Campus.
Stef Archer
Head of Head Stage 4
Stephen Farmer
Head of Campus
Katherine Jones
Exams Officer & Marketing
Dan Kelly
Head of Key Stage 3
Kate Murch
Assistant Head of Key Stage 3
Ellie Mylles
Key Stage 1 Teacher
Sonya Rodrigues
Room Leader - Nursery
Stef Archer
Head of Head Stage 4
I graduated in 2011 with a degree in Secondary Education, Physical Education and have since worked in both further and secondary education. I joined the Cranbrook Education Campus in 2022 and quickly found it to be a supportive and inspiring place to work, with a strong sense of community.
I started out as a teacher of Maths, but have also taken on wider responsibilities across the school, including co-leading the Duke of Edinburgh programme, supporting whole-school initiatives and I am currently Head of Key stage 4.
Cranbrook is a place where both staff and students are inspired to aim high, achieve their best, and feel part of something bigger
Stephen Farmer
Head of Campus
I have been Headteacher at Cranbrook Education Campus since 2016. I supported with the original digital systems before the Campus opened and then taught Computer Science to the original cohort of Year 7 pupils during the 2015-2016 academic year. I am fully committed to leading CEC to be a school rooted in its community where aspirational learning and opportunities transform the lives of our pupils.
Prior to becoming a teacher back in 2008, I ran my own business providing both educational workshops to school and youth groups and creating websites for local business in Plymouth. I am originally from South West Wales where I grew up surfing, coasteering, kayaking, snorkelling and biking before moving to Plymouth to study my degree in Digital Art and Technology where I was awarded the ‘Being Digital’ award in my final year. I met my wife whilst at University and now we have three young children (Enid, Kitto and Redwynn) who keep us very busy outside of school.
I am incredibly proud of Cranbrook Education Campus and how we transform lives and strengthen our communities to make the world a better place. Please do come and visit us to see our wonderful school in action and to meet our Proud, Engaged, Ready, Kind and Safe pupils and staff.
Katherine Jones
Exams Officer & Marketing
I graduated in 2006 with an Honours degree in English and Media Studies and over the last 15 years I have worked in finance, marketing and advertising. After the birth of my son in 2017, I wanted to "work to live" and gained a meaningful work/life balance by joining the CEC Family in September 2018.
I started out as the face of the school on the main reception desk, but have also carried out other duties across the campus. I'm currently the Exams Officer and Marketing lead.
I’m also studying Level 3 British Sign Language and hoping to go into interpreting in years to come.
Dan Kelly
Head of Key Stage 3
Hello, I’m Daniel Kelly, a passionate maths teacher here at Cranbrook Education Campus and Head of Key Stage 3 from September 2025. I’ve taught predominantly secondary students across Devon and Malaysia, and I’ve developed a real love for making maths engaging, relatable and enjoyable; helping students build confidence and see the value of the subject in everyday life. Since joining Cranbrook, I’ve enjoyed working with such a dedicated and supportive team and playing my part in helping every student thrive. Outside of teaching, I enjoy cooking, tackling DIY projects and playing table tennis, all of which help me stay creative, active and balanced.
Kate Murch
Assistant Head of Key Stage 3
Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with children in a variety of settings, across all ages. I've been working at CEC since January 2018, and I've loved my role as a TA. I'm thrilled to have now been promoted within the Campus, a testament to the opportunities that this community offers. With a passion for education and a commitment to excellence, my new role as Assistant Head of Key Stage 3 will allow me to make a positive impact on the young lives that come through our doors each day, and prepare them for adulthood.
Ellie Mylles
Key Stage 1 Teacher
After studying Geography at Swansea University, I became a Teaching Assistant in London and instantly fell in love with education. I had the invaluable experience of training to teach on the job and worked as a Reception Class teacher. Then, I went on to work in KS1 where my love for the job only grew.
In 2023 I moved to Devon from London and started working at CEC. Immediately it was clear that community is at the heart of all we do. We are a kind, proud and supportive campus and this is evident in every interaction between staff, children and their families. I absolutely adore teaching Year 1 at CEC and it is a privilege to be part of each child’s journey. We encourage all children to be aspirational and understand nothing is out of reach. CEC not only advocates for the growth of its learners but also grows great staff. I have a passion for inclusion and right now I am currently completing the qualifications necessary for becoming a Special Educational Needs Coordinator. It truly is a special place to be a part of.
Sonya Rodrigues
Room Leader - Nursery
This is my 6th year working here and I absolutely love it. Seeing the children go from little 2-year-olds and watching them grow through the school is just amazing. Before working here I worked as a room leader at First Steps Nursery at the Hospital for 14 years. I have had 22 years experience in childcare altogether! In that time, I had 2 lovely little girls, Ava and Hallie, so my move to the campus was a great choice for our family.
In my spare time I love going on days out and making lots of family memories, I like to find new adventures to have with my little family. I also love riding my scooter to school so you may see me fly by on your way in!