Meet the team

Craighalbert

At Craighalbert, we are proud to have a highly skilled and dedicated team committed to supporting children with complex communication, learning, health, and care needs to achieve their full potential. Our Centre Leadership Team (CLT) oversees the day-to-day operations of the Centre while also driving forward our strategic objectives to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality, innovative services.

Within the Centre, our experienced Teachers manage the daily running of classrooms and are responsible for planning and delivering tailored timetables that meet the needs of each child. Our Therapy Leads oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of our therapy team, and collaborate with other professionals to develop comprehensive, integrated care and learning plans for children.

Centre Leadership Team (CLT)

Bob Fraser

CEO

Oversees the entire operation, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, compliance with regulations, and effective resource management.

Shona McMonagle

Head of Learning

Leads the teaching and learning team, educational programmes, curriculum development, and, ensuring that educational offerings meet the specific needs of students.

Barbara-Ann Hagerty

Head of Health

Bridges with specialist NHS services and leads the Centre’s team of health practitioners, including occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, and nurses to provide integrated and individualised care.

Christina Greig

Head of Corporate Services

Responsible for financial planning, management, and reporting, ensuring sustainability and proper use of funds alongside human resources, facilities, ICT and administration coordination.

Alison Philipps

Head of Quality, Innovation & Partnerships

Responsible for establishing trust in the excellence of our comprehensive services, aiding their ongoing enhancement, and nurturing the creation of new services and partnerships.

Teachers

Eilidh Stratton

Curriculum and Resource Lead

Maple Room

The Curriculum and Resource Lead oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of school programs, mentors staff, supports curriculum development, and coordinates a classroom. They work closely with families and professionals to provide integrated, child-centred learning and therapy at Craighalbert.

Eleanor Owen

Teacher

Oak Room

Our Teachers at Craighalbert deliver tailored education to children with complex needs, collaborating with therapists and families. They implement personalised learning plans, foster communication skills, and create an inclusive environment to support each child's unique development and well-being.

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Teacher

Willow Room

Our Teachers at Craighalbert deliver tailored education to children with complex needs, collaborating with therapists and families. They implement personalised learning plans, foster communication skills, and create an inclusive environment to support each child's unique development and well-being.

Katie MacDonald

Teacher

Rowan Room

Our Teachers at Craighalbert deliver tailored education to children with complex needs, collaborating with therapists and families. They implement personalised learning plans, foster communication skills, and create an inclusive environment to support each child's unique development and well-being.

Therapy Leads

Aoife McCaffrey

Speech & Language Therapy Team Lead

The Lead Speech and Language Therapist at Craighalbert manages the Speech and Language team, assesses and supports children with complex needs, collaborates with families and staff, and develops tailored communication strategies to ensure high-quality, individualised care and learning interventions.

Rhona Carmichael

Occupational Therapy Team Lead

The Lead Occupational Therapist at Craighalbert oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of occupational therapy services, supervises the Occupational Therapy team, and collaborates with other professionals to develop comprehensive, integrated care and learning plans for children.

Meet the team

Craighalbert

Centre Leadership Team (CLT)

Bob Fraser

CEO ​

Shona McMonagle

Head of Learning ​

Barbara-Ann Hagerty

Head of Health ​

Christina Greig

Head of Corporate Services

Alison Philipps

Head of Quality, Innovation & Partnerships

Teachers

Eilidh Stratton

Curriculum and Resource Lead

Maple Room

Eleanor Owen

Teacher

Oak Room

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Teacher

Willow Room

Katie MacDonald

Teacher

Rowan Room

Therapy Leads

Aoife McCaffrey

Speech & Language Therapy Team Lead

Rhona Carmichael

Occupational Therapy Team Lead

CEO

Head of Learning

Head of Health