Leadership Team

Mr Kevin Carson, MPhil (Cantab)

Kevin was born and educated in Liverpool. Between the ages of 14 to 17, Kevin played a central character, Geoff Rogers that lived in Brookside Close, but left to pursue his academic education.

He studied English literature as an undergraduate there and then attended Trinity College, Cambridge where he completed an M.Phil. in Renaissance Literature, before training to be a teacher at the University of Warwick.  As a teacher, his previous schools were King Edwards’ Girls School, Cheltenham College, Abingdon School and The Grammar School at Leeds. In January 2017 Kevin took up the post of Headteacher at RMS for Girls.

Kevin is married to Sarah, and they have two daughters, aged 10 and 12.

Mrs Vicky Greig, BA

Vicky joined RMS for Girls in 2017 as the Head of Ruspini House Nursery School. Her early years’ experience has been notably diverse, initially in a multi-agency role at a children’s centre before moving into Early Years education.

While working at the children’s centre Vicky trained at Buckinghamshire University where she gained a BA in Early Years and her Early Years Teacher status. SENCO trained, and experienced in opening and running nurseries, Vicky is passionate about children’s development and supporting families. Working collaboratively with parents and guardians is at the heart of her practice.

With an eclectic music taste and a love for good food, Vicky loves spending time with her friends and family.

Mrs Melanie Horn, BEd

Having completed her secondary education here at RMS, Melanie studied Primary Education at the University of Wales, Bangor. She strongly believes in the importance of offering everyone a wide range of opportunities and encourages each pupil in Cadogan House to aim high and discover new skills. Melanie has a passion for children’s literature and enjoys discovering new texts.

Before joining RMS Melanie taught in both the state and independent sectors, most recently as Assistant Head, Pre Prep at St Martin’s School in Northwood. She was delighted to have the opportunity to join the RMS community having very fond memories of her time as a pupil.

Melanie lives locally with her two children, one of whom is a pupil at RMS, and enjoys exploring the Chiltern countryside and pottering in her garden at the weekends.

Miss Jennie Simmonite, BA

Jennie joined RMS in 2008 as a teacher of History and has taken on the roles of Head of Year 10/11 and Deputy Head of Sixth before taking over as Head of Sixth Form in 2026.

She grew up and was educated in South Yorkshire and completed her undergraduate degree in European Studies and International Relations at Loughborough University, followed by a PGCE in History at the University of Leicester.  Jennie is a firm believer in the merits of education beyond the classroom and has spent her career taking school trips to far and wide destinations including Berlin, Vietnam, Cambodia and Cuba.

Beyond school, Jennie is a keen football fan and gym enthusiast, alongside spending time with her family, which includes a young son who very much keeps her on her toes!

Ms Sophia Hardy

In 2020, Sophia made the transition into the independent sector, joining RMS as Deputy Head Academic.

After being educated in Hong Kong, Sophia began her teaching career at Glyn School in Surrey, an outstanding all-boys comprehensive school. In her six years at Glyn, she worked in pastoral roles as Assistant Head of House, Pupil Premium Coordinator, and led A-Level Geography. Sophia then moved to Wilson’s School in Wallington as Head of Geography, later taking on roles as Deputy Safeguarding Lead and Teaching and Learning Lead.

Mrs Helen Roberts

Helen joined RMS in 2015 as Head of French and has since held a variety of pastoral and academic leadership roles, becoming Deputy Head (Leadership & Development) in January 2025 and leading on teaching and learning, digital strategy and staff professional development.

Helen was raised and educated in Cheshire before completing her BA in Modern Foreign Languages (French/German) at Durham University. After graduation, she spent a number of years working in a global management consulting firm which gave her the opportunity to work abroad and indulge her passion for foreign language and culture. Realising that she wanted to pursue a career in education, Helen returned to the UK to complete her PGCE and has since gained extensive experience in both the state and independent sectors. Aside from the joy of working with fabulous young people, what excites Helen most about working in education is the constant opportunity for learning and growth – there is never a dull day!

Outside of school Helen enjoys spending time with her family and friends and making the most of all that living in the Chilterns has to offer.

Ms Alison Davies

Alison joined in 2021 as Deputy Head Pastoral having gained considerable expertise in this area of education over the previous 13 years at her former school. Since being at RMS, she has spearheaded the relational ethos of the RMS using the latest research and strategies for the benefit of all pupils and the RMS community.

A native Brummie, Alison spent her formative years in Birmingham before heading to the sunny south coast to live and teach history in both the independent and state sectors before relocating to Hertfordshire.

Despite her role now being predominantly pastoral and safeguarding focused, Alison remains a passionate historian who is always ready to pass on a quirky historical fact which, whilst interesting, is often of little use!

A keen gym goer and fitness enthusiast, Alison has completed a few marathons and half marathons and enjoys taking her dogs on long walks around the River Chess and Grand Union Canal.

Mr Desmond Cox

Mrs Emma Taker

Emma joined RMS for Girls as Director of Marketing and Admissions in March 2023. Raised in Kent, she completed a BSc (Hons) in Business Studies & French before beginning her career overseas in tour operating.

After returning to the UK to raise her three children, she discovered the vibrant world of independent education and has been dedicated to the sector ever since.

Emma felt a special connection to RMS for Girls, as her mother was a full boarder at the school during the 1950s and 1960s. Deeply passionate about independent education, Emma is steadfastly committed to championing the extraordinary, life-changing opportunities it delivers to students.

Outside of school, Emma loves spending quality time with her growing family, making the most of living so close to London, and taking long walks with her energetic Newfoundland dogs.

Mrs Emma Ghosh

Emma joined RMS for Girls as Director of Finance and Operations in 2022 and has worked in the independent education sector since 2017. Born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, she moved to the UK to read English Language and Literature at Oxford University.

Emma qualified as a chartered accountant at EY where she spent over 10 years working in their structured finance team. She has held roles in capital development project teams at the MoD and the Department of Energy and Climate Change. She is particularly passionate about ensuring that the financial, estate development and operational decisions support pupil engagement and growth.

Outside of school, Emma has three older children and enjoys spending time with her family visiting restaurants and taking trips to the theatre.

Mrs Alina Ghioc

Alina joined RMS in early 2022, bringing extensive experience from independent schools across Hertfordshire. Born and educated in Romania, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Business Law from The Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies.

After moving to London in 2003, Alina specialised in Human Resources, working across several industries before transitioning into the education sector.

She approaches HR with integrity, upholding standards while treating every team member with fairness and genuine care. Outside of work, Alina enjoys long walks with friends, traveling, and spending time with her family (which mostly means playing chauffeur for her two sport-loving teenage daughters).