Our Story

Why Lighthouse?

In 2023 we decided it was time for a change.  We had grown, developed and evolved as an organisation, and we wanted our brand to match these changes, allowing us to speak with even more confidence about the work we do and love.

The Lighthouse symbolises our deeply held belief that we can all be in a position to serve and perhaps save one another; that when called upon, we should use our strengths and expertise to guide and equip those that seek our help to find their path and navigate a brighter future.

Our History

Lighthouse on The Marsh is a charity built on 30 years of community activities, support services and specialist education on the Romney Marsh and beyond.

Our Commitment

Our team is committed to delivering an outstanding service to our community with kindness and compassion at the heart. As an employer we place equal value on lived experience as we do on professional qualification; expertise lives inside and outside of the classroom.

Meet Our Team

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    Amanda

    CEO & College Principal

  • Beth Picture

    Beth

    Programme Key Worker

  • Claire Picture

    Claire

    Deputy Head of College

  • Cheryl

    Cheryl

    Finance & Admin Officer

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    Daisy

    Deputy Head of College

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    Debbie

    Re-Set Manager

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    Gary

    Counsellor

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    Jackie

    Trustee

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    Janet

    Trustee

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    Kirsten

    Head of SEND Services

  • Liz Picture

    Liz

    Assistant Deputy Head of College & Careers Lead

  • Natalie

    Programme Key Worker

  • Nikki

    SEND Key Worker

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    Phil

    Minibus Driver

  • Sam Picture

    Sam

    Head of Fundraising

  • Sarah Picture

    Sarah

    Exams Officer & Maths Key Worker

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    Sarah

    SENCO & Maths Teacher

  • Sharon

    SEND Services Advisor

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    Shivonne

    Deputy CEO & Head of College

  • Siana

    Re-Set Wellbeing Guide

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    Tony

    Chair of Trustees

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    Tracey

    Curriculum Lead & English Teacher

  • Vicky

    Re-Set Programme Assistant

Shining a Light On Our friends & funders

We are thrilled to partner with key funders and stakeholders to deliver breakthrough services in education, mental health and SEND.

Also, a thank you to Chapman Charitable Trust

Feeling generous? Consider donating to Lighthouse on the Marsh below.

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Just a few of our Friends

Kent Wildlife Trust
Deborah Jane Designs
Adam Buckland Garden Services
Enchanted Animal Sanctuary
Yoga with Becki
Canine Led Consciousness
Hephzibahuk Equine Therapy
The Music Well
Romney Marsh Garage Services
Sparkly Whites
The Romney Marsh Partnership
Kent SEND Support
The Salvation Army

Laughing Frog Productions
British Red Cross New Romney
Eastwell Ironworks
Ecoheat P&H Ltd
Last Chance Animal Rescue New Romney
RSPB Dungeness
Lydd House Playgroup
Ansell’s Service Centre
B. E. Ames Ltd
Cake Hole
Corrina’s Cutting in Style
Lydd Aero Club
David King Photographer

Paws, Claws and More
Romney Cycles
Romney Marsh Community Hub
St. Nicholas CE Primary Academy
The Rye Retreat
St. Nicholas Church
Pilgrims Hospice’s Shops Dymchurch
Romney Marsh Business Hub
The Marsh Academy
Blue Shield Insurance Services
J. Burgoyne Ltd
R. L. Glazing Ltd
The Education People

Our Governance

Lighthouse on The Marsh is a registered charity and overseen by a 
Board of Trustees who support and challenge the team and ensure that services are 
delivered to a high standard. 

We are committed to ensuring that our Board and wider staff team is inclusive, 
diverse and reflects the communities we serve.  

If you want to have a say in how Lighthouse on The Marsh is run and which services are developed in the future, please contact our Chair of Trustees, Tony by emailing him directly tony@lighthouseonthemarsh.org.  You can also call our main number 01797 367 455 and select Option 4 and ask to speak to Sam.