Martin Reader

Martin is a Senior Advisor to Saxton Bampfylde’s School practice, bringing extensive experience in leading schools. He began his teaching career at St Edward’s Oxford, before moving to Oundle School and then to Reigate Grammar School where he was Senior Deputy Head. He was appointed Head of Cranleigh School in 2014, and prior to that he was Headmaster of Wellington School, Somerset for eight years. Martin Reader, was educated at University College, Oxford, where he was an Exhibitioner in English and English Literature. He continued at Oxford reading for an MPhil in English Studies (1100-1500). Whilst at Oxford, he played for the university at rugby and was on the bench at the Varsity Match. He also has an MBA in School Leadership International from Hull University. Passionate about boarding, he served as Chair of the Boarding Schools’ Association in 2018, and Vice Chair in 2017 and 2019. Martin is a director of Schools of Tomorrow and a trustee of the Hawk and Owl Trust, the BSA Foundation and Go Chatter Studios.