A HEAD teacher in Malvern has been named on the New Year’s Royal Honour’s list among 12 other Worcestershire recipients.
The co-founder and head teacher of the Bridge School in Malvern – Susan Hornby – has been granted an MBE for her services to disadvantaged children.
Susan Hornby MBE founded the school in 2007, where she works as headteacher and designated safeguarding lead. She is also responsible for internal quality assurance, staff recruitment, development, training and assessing.
Since becoming an independent school in 2016, the school has been graded ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Currently ranking as ‘Good’ following its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023.
The Lord Lieutenant of Worcestershire, Mrs Beatrice Grant was ‘thrilled’ to see 12 Worcestershire individuals presented with honours.
Mrs Beatrice Grant said: “I am delighted that twelve Worcestershire residents have been recognised in the 2024 New Year’s Honours list.
“In awarding these National Honours, HM The King is recognising the achievements of people from all walks of life for the work they do, either in public life or within their communities.
“These are the people who really make a difference to the lives of those around them and I send them my sincere congratulations.”
The Standard has approached the school for comment from Mrs Hornby.
