DanRussell commented Shirebrook Academy appoints new principal for a new year

A newly appointed principal says that he has "big shoes to fill" after taking charge of one of Mansfield's best-performing schools.Mark Cottingham has taken over the reins at Shirebrook Academy following the departure of previous principal Julie Bloor in July. The school, in Common Lane, Shirebrook, teaches 778 pupils in Years 7 to 11 – the most it has ever taught – and is currently rated outstanding by Ofsted.Mr Cottingham said: "The school's reputation is at an...