Ravi Kothakota becomes Head of Emanuel School in Battersea from September 2025

Emanuel School has appointed Ravi Kothakota as Head from September 2025. Currently Deputy Head: Pupils at Emanuel, the Governors noted that he has made a significant contribution to dramatically improved academic outcomes over recent years. He has also overseen the school’s sports programme, yielding some impressive results for young athletes.

He says: “I am delighted to be given the opportunity by the Governing Body to build on the exceptional work of Rob Milne, leading Emanuel towards an exciting future and the next stage of its development as a leading co-educational school. As Head, I look forward to engaging with the pupils, parents and colleagues, strengthening connections with our local partners and ensuring Emanuel remains a truly transformative and community-based school”.

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