Tom Hilton – Headteacher
After graduating from the University of East Anglia in 2003, Tom completed an MA in the History of Medicine before getting into teaching. After working in an unqualified role at a secondary school in Norwich, he decided to move more formally into a career in teaching, completing his PGCE at the University of Oxford in 2008. Tom worked as a teacher of history then head of department at a secondary school in Oxford and at the same time worked as a seconded mentor in the Department of Education at the University of Oxford. Developing a passion for ITT, Tom took up a post as a programme leader in the RLT SCITT, leading and developing the training programme across Oxfordshire.
In 2017 Tom was appointed as Assistant Headteacher at a large Oxford secondary school and in 2018 took responsibility for curriculum development and attainment across the school. In 2021 he moved into the Deputy Headteacher role at the same school with the overall responsibility for quality of education.
Tom was appointed as Headteacher at the Oxfordshire Hospital School in April 2025.
Outside of work Tom enjoys spending time with his young family, especially in the wild areas around Oxford. He is an avid music and cricket fan, and whenever he can enjoys watching live sport, particularly with his family.
Eva Marino – School Business Manager
Helen White – Deputy Head Teacher, Quality of Education
Helen taught in mainstream primary settings for 13 years before joining the OHS in 2004 as a teacher at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre. Helen was appointed as Head of Sector at the Children’s Hospital, Helen House Hospice and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in 2012 and later became an Assistant Head Teacher and, most recently, Deputy Head Teacher. Helen is the strategic lead for the Curriculum, Teaching, Learning and Assessment and is also the Devolved Head of Centre for Exams and a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. Helen has a Master’s Level qualification in Special Education Needs and Inclusion and most recently achieved the National Professional Qualification for Headship.
Helen is a member of the Oxfordshire Special Schools Deputies and the Oxfordshire Special Schools Assessment and Moderation Group. Helen led on the successful validation of Artsmark Gold, Investors in Pupils and the Enhanced Values based Education Quality Marks and has a particular interest in forging creative partnerships to enhance teaching and learning opportunities for pupils at OHS.
Daniel Lawrence – Designated Safeguarding Lead/SENDCo
Daniel studied Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics at the University of Cambridge and then went on to complete his PGCE at Goldsmiths, University of London. Following this he worked for eight years in a mainstream secondary school in Buckinghamshire, in a number of roles including Head of Department and Pupil Premium Co-ordinator.
Daniel joined the OHS as Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator in 2019, completing the National Award for SEN Co-ordination at Oxford Brookes University, and also took on the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead in 2021. In these roles he supports staff across the school to provide high quality provision for pupils with SEND and is the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns. Daniel also works closely with enrolled schools to help them to provide education for pupils with medical needs.
Outside of school Daniel is a parish councillor in his village and supports the local children’s centre; he enjoys cooking, reading and exploring with his young son.
Cairo Bailey – Assistant Headteacher, Outreach Teaching Service
Cairo completed her degree in English and Linguistics in Bristol before moving to Cheltenham to complete her PGCE at the University of Gloucestershire. From here Cairo taught English and Drama in two mainstream secondary schools before moving to a Special School for boys with Autism; Cairo was the Senior Teacher in the school and had overall responsibility for support staff, Literacy across the curriculum and KS3 nurture groups. She gained an extensive knowledge of Autism and Special Educational Needs and saw an opportunity at OHS as a chance to broaden her knowledge of pupils with medical needs. Cairo started at OHS in January 2014, teaching in OTS and the following year was promoted to Senior Teacher. In 2016, she was appointed as Leader of Learning for the Outreach Teaching Service. The Leader of Learning title was replaced by Assistant Headteacher in March 2024.
Cairo feels passionately about supporting vulnerable learners and in her role has been able to support families as well as local schools to improve outcomes.
In her spare time Cairo likes spending time with her young family and finding opportunities to have tea and cake.
Alice Floyd – Assistant Headteacher, Highfield Setting
Alice originally set out to design bridges, studying Civil Engineering at Bristol University. However, she soon realised her true passion lay in working with people and the beauty of mathematics. After completing her PGCE at Oxford University, Alice spent several years teaching at a secondary school in Oxfordshire.
Alice joined the Oxfordshire Hospital School in 2017 as an Associate Teacher, teaching Maths and Science in the outreach setting. Over the last eight years, she has gained experience across all three of the school’s settings, spending the last four years at the Highfield Adolescent Unit. Alice remains deeply passionate about empowering students with mental health difficulties to overcome barriers and achieve their full educational potential
Jenny Calendino – Assistant Headteacher, Highfield Setting (from Sept 2026)
Jenny completed her BA in History and English Literature at the University of York in 2009. She went on to complete the History PGCE at the University of Oxford, followed by an Education MA from the Institute of Education, UCL (2020), and the National Professional Qualification for Leading Teaching Development (2022).
She began teaching in 2010, becoming Head of History in 2012, and later worked in Prague, Czech Republic as a humanities teacher and senior leader. After returning to the UK as an Assistant Headteacher, she later joined the Hospital School in 2024.
Jenny is committed to inclusive and ambitious education for young people, particularly those with complex needs, where high expectations and care go hand in hand. She works closely alongside colleagues, learning from one another and sharing practice, helping young people to engage in their learning and feel heard and understood.
Outside of work, Jenny enjoys spending time with her husband and young son, getting outside as much as possible, and walking her two dogs.
Jake Motion – Assistant Head Teacher (Temporary), Childrens Hospital Teaching Setting
Jake studied Modern Foreign Languages (French & Italian) at Durham University that included a year working in Commercial Real Estate in Europe, before moving into PR & Marketing for a Sports Agency in London. After leaving London in 2009, he completed a PGCE with Primary French Specialism at the University of Reading before starting a role as a Primary teacher at a school in Oxford. Over a number of years, he also took on the roles of Maths Specialist Teacher and Staff Governor, before securing a role on the Leadership Team of a Primary school in Abingdon as Maths Lead. He also became a Teaching School Director, Specialist Leader of Education and Local Authority Writing Moderator during this time.
In 2019, Jake took some time away from full-time teaching to scale his Education business that he had been running as a side project since 2012. This culminated in appointing a Management Team to run the business, before he exited the business via a sale in early 2026.
Jake joined the Oxfordshire Hospital School as a Primary teacher in September 2024 and took on the role of Assistant Headteacher (Maternity Cover) at the Children’s Hospital Setting in September 2025.
Away from work, Jake enjoys time with his young family, playing sports and travelling to Europe to enjoy the languages and the food.