Meet Our
Team

Anna Thatcher

Principal

Anna has led Loxdale since 2006, bringing a lifetime of EFL experience from her family's language school in Salisbury. As Principal and Safeguarding Officer, she ensures every student feels welcomed, supported, and able to reach their potential. Her office door is always open. She holds a Business Studies degree and RSA CELTA.

Karen Lilley

Accounts Officer

Karen joined Loxdale in 2001 and has been part of the Loxdale family even longer – she became a host family in 1987. Having worked in hotel reception, British Telecom, and housing administration, she brings warmth and professionalism to her role and is always happy to help with payment queries.

Mike Thatcher

Office Administrator

Mike joined Loxdale in 2018 after 12 years as a stay-at-home dad (and previously working at a family-run language school in Salisbury). He liaises with agents, answers student enquiries, and helps ensure everyone feels welcomed and well-informed from their first contact with Loxdale.

Jack Sherwood

Teacher

Born and bred in Brighton, Jack grew up as a host brother to hundreds of Loxdale students. After teaching in Spain and Colombia, he returned home. He teaches Digital Media courses and is passionate about supporting students with learning difficulties – as a dyslexic person himself.

Katy Fredricksson

Teacher

Katy has been teaching English for over 22 years across Italy, Ireland, and the UK. She's taught Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE, IELTS), Business English, and even English for Italian police officers! Part Swedish herself, she feels at home at Loxdale.

Kate

Art Teacher

Kate has taught Art at Loxdale for about 10 years. A freelance artist and textile designer with a studio at Phoenix Art Space in central Brighton, she brings creativity and professional experience to every class. She makes limited edition silkscreen prints and paints in acrylics.

Heather

Teacher

Originally from Tasmania, Heather has lived in the UK for nearly half her life, teaching across Australia, Spain, and England. She teaches General English, delivers talks on Tasmania, and runs an Art Appreciation course. Nothing quite compares to Loxdale – a quaint oasis hidden behind the busy roads.

Lianna Lee

Digital Marketing Manager

Lianna has managed Loxdale's digital presence since 2017. Originally from London, she now works remotely from California but remains a proud part of the Loxdale family, keeping the website updated and supporting marketing initiatives worldwide.

Alison Arnone

Catering Manager

Alison has been feeding Loxdale students since 1995 and took over as Catering Manager in 2008. She caters for 40 to 140 students and is happy to accommodate any dietary requirements. She loves chatting with students about their food preferences and has even had students cook their favourite dishes for the whole school!