As part of Dukes Education, Prospect House continues to lead on all decisions and retain its independence. Dukes adds to this the benefit of the collective, providing security and support, a platform for sharing best practice, and the reassurance of a host of all-through education options.
Tim Fish is the CEO of Dukes Education, UK and Ireland and Chair of Governors at Prospect House. The registered address for Dukes Education and Prospect House School is Dukes House, 58 Buckingham Gate, SW1E 6AJ.
The Governors support and challenge the school leadership team, monitor the quality of teaching and the progress of school improvement, and oversee behaviour and safety. Acting as ‘critical friend’ the Governors do not involve themselves directly in operational matters, which are the responsibility of the Headmaster and the Senior Leadership Team. The Governors’ role is primarily strategic.
Tim Fish is UK CEO of Dukes Education and has over 30 years’ experience in education. He founded Earlscliffe College in 2012 and has led a number of successful independent and international schools throughout his career.
After beginning his career at St Clare’s, Oxford, Tim became Headteacher of Buckswood School, where he oversaw significant growth and the development of a diverse post-16 curriculum. He later founded Sussex Summer Schools, a multi-centre provider of residential programmes for international students from more than 40 countries.
Tim joined Dukes Education in 2019 as Managing Director for the group’s boarding schools and became UK CEO in 2024. He is committed to educational excellence, innovation and ensuring every student benefits from a highly personalised learning experience.
He can be contacted by email on tim.fish@dukeseducation.com or by calling the Dukes Education office on +44 (0) 203 696 5300.
David studied Classics at Oxford, graduating with a First. From 2012 – 2023 he was Head of Latymer Upper School, where he launched the Inspiring Minds campaign, raising £40m to fund bursaries for 1 in 4 pupils. Under his leadership, Latymer won three TES awards in 2018, including Independent School of the Year.
He has been a finalist in the UK Social Mobility Awards and is a trustee of the Dukes Foundation and a Fellow at Winchester College. David chaired the Dukes Education Advisory Board before becoming Managing Director.
He can be contacted by email on david.goodhew@dukeseducation.com or by calling the Dukes Education office on +44 (0) 20 3696 5300.
With over 14 years of experience in education and safeguarding, Rachael brings a deep commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Rachael began her career as a PA to the MD of a Toy Company before taking time out to raise her daughter. Driven by a passion to make a difference, she began working in a women’s refuge where she was privileged to work with women who showed strength and courage at the most difficult times. She developed a strong foundation in supporting vulnerable families, building relationships with children and working with a multitude of agencies to achieve the best outcomes.
This led Rachael into education, where she began her career as a Designated Safeguarding Lead in a primary school. She studied alongside her role, earning a degree in Applied Education Studies from the University of Bedfordshire. Rachael later moved into secondary education as a DSL and also served as the Senior DSL for a large multi academy trust, overseeing safeguarding in multiple schools.
Rachael is passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where every child can thrive and brings both strategic leadership and hands-on experience to her role as Head of Safeguarding at Dukes Education.
She can be contacted by email on rachael.friend@dukeseducation.com or by phoning +44 (0) 7552 268782.
