Headteacher leaving letters: examples

Guidance on writing the letter 

You should inform parents by sending a letter yourself. If your chair of governors also wants to send one, make sure they don't have any overlap or discrepancies. 

The letters should focus on: 

• The positives of your time at the school, including any achievements. If you're leaving under unpleasant circumstances, you should remain diplomatic and still keep a positive tone
• What you're doing next, e.g. moving to a new school, retiring etc 

Examples

Letters from headteachers leaving to take up a new position

In his letter to parents announcing his decision to leave, the headteacher of Cottenham Village College in Cambridgeshire explains that he:

• Is leaving to lead a multi-academy trust
• Remains committed to the school 

Access the letter from the school website where you'll also find the chair of governors' letter. 

That he