Mrs Kirsty Retallick (Headteacher) - Kirsty became founding Headteacher of Ysgol Nantgwyn in January 2017 and spent 18 months developing and forming the school which opened in September 2018.  Prior to this, she was Acting Headteacher of Tonypandy Community College and is a Business and ICT teacher having previously worked in schools and colleges in Newport and Bridgend.  Kirsty lives in a village called Llangattock with her retired husband and two children, Seth and Emily.  Kirsty enjoys renovating old buildings and furniture, pending time with her family and holidays.

Laura joined Ysgol Nantgwyn as deputy headteacher at the start of 2018 and spent 9 months, working alongside Kirsty Retallick, planning for the opening of the school. Prior to this, Laura worked in various roles in local authority, the regional consortium and Welsh Government to develop curriculum provision and impact on local, regional and national standards as well as a range of teaching and leadership positions in schools. Laura lives with her husband and their three children aged 17, 14 and 9. If not in work or at home, Laura can usually be found on a beach. 

Ryan joined Tonypandy Community College in 2009 as an ICT teacher. Ryan later became Head of ICT and subsequently the Head of Enterprise and Technology. He became Assistant Headteacher in 2016, secured the position of Head of Upper School at Ysgol Nantgwyn in 2018 and was promoted to Deputy Headteacher in January 2020. Ryan studied Computer Science at Swansea University before completing his Masters in Cardiff Metropolitan University in 2014. Ryan has two children and lives in Talbot Green. When not in work or at home, Ryan can often be found running up a mountain!

Mrs Catherine Waithaka (Assistant Headteacher). Catherine was appointed as Assistant Headteacher of the Lower School after a brief spell in Tonypandy Community College. Prior to this she taught in Cymmer Primary School after returning in August 2016 from a 12 year period working in an all through British International School in Nairobi, Kenya. A mam of three, Catherine loves to keep active, enjoys the beach and new experiences. Teaching is an opportunity to make a lasting difference and she feels privileged to do so in the area that she grew up in.

Louise joined Tonypandy Community College as Head of Welsh in 2013 having previously worked in a school in Aberdare. In 2015 she took over as Head of the Languages Faculty. Following her appointment as Head of the Languages and Expressive Arts faculty at Ysgol Nantgwyn, she secured a secondment to the Leadership Team as an Associate Assistant Headteacher for the academic year 2018-2019 sharing the lead of Teaching and Learning.  Louise has progressed to Assistant Headteacher for Upper School since Summer 2020 and thoroughly enjoys working to support our pupils.

Louise hails from the local area; residing in Porth with her family - her husband and son. When not at home or in work, she can be found walking her dog and making the most of the mountains around her home. Her hobbies are walking, reading and yoga. 

Miss Tracey Mein joined Tonypandy Community College back in 2007. In Tonypandy Community College she undertook many roles including Director of Learning for the Languages Faculty and Year 6 /7 Progress Manager, which involved working closely with the cluster primary schools. During her time in Ysgol Nantgwyn, Tracey has worked as Deputy Head of Upper School, Associate Assistant Headteacher and now Acting Head of Middle School. As a qualified Spanish teacher, Miss Mein enjoys learning languages and of course travelling and experiencing new cultures. Miss Mein used to live in the south of Spain and regularly enjoys going back to visit. She loves reading which is a passion that she strives to share with her pupils in Middle School. In her spare time Miss Mein likes spending time with family, walking and running.

Mr John Davies joined Ysgol Nantgwyn at its opening in September 2018. Prior to this he worked at Tonypandy Community College and Beaufort Co-operative Academy in Gloucestershire. John started his teaching career as a physical education teacher; he has also held the following leadership positions, head of physical education, head of house and leader of learning community within his various schools before becoming part of the senior leadership team as Assistant Headteacher in charge of Lower School here at Ysgol Nantgwyn. Outside of work, John, enjoys spending time with his family, travelling and coaching cricket.

Helen joined the school as Assistant Headteacher in September 2018.  She previously worked as Assistant Headteacher leading on Teaching & Learning, Skills, Transition & Assessment at Tonyrefail School.  Helen lives in Church Village and has two sons of secondary school age.  When not at home or at work, she can be found on the sidelines at Cardiff City football academy or supporting her sons with their many other sporting pursuits.  She is an avid reader who also enjoys competing in middle distance running.  

Miss Vicky Evans joined Ysgol Nantgwyn as Head of English, literacy and communication before being appointed Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for teaching and learning. Prior to this she has worked in a number of schools in south Wales, her roles including Head of Year, Leader of Learning and Director of English. Within her work, Vicky is interested in research informed practice and developing professional learning systems so that staff and pupils get the best experience of education as possible. Outside of school, Vicky regularly undertakes long weekend walks making the most of the Welsh landscape; she likes to spend time with family and friends; and has a keen interest in home renovations.

Having worked in education for 14 years, Emma has worked her way from Receptionist to Office Manager, Finance Manager and now Business Manager at Ysgol Nantgwyn.  Emma is committed to providing professional leadership and management of the business aspects of school life so that the leadership team and wider school staff have more time to focus on the school's main priority - providing excellent education and guidance for our young people.  Outside of school, Emma enjoys running to keep fit as well as de-stress and is a mum to a very active 2 year old daughter.  As a family, they enjoy spending time outdoors but mostly at the beach!

Miss Carly Hooper has been in her role since the establishment of Ysgol Nantgwyn in 2018. Prior to this, she worked in Tonypandy Community College since 2010. Whilst here she undertook a number of roles starting as an e3+ administrator before joining the administration team. Within her role, Carly became the exams officer for this school, a duty which she still undertakes as part of her role as Information and Quality Systems Manager in Ysgol Nantgwyn. Additionally, Carly is also responsible for creating the school timetable on an annual basis and ensuring that health and safety is adhered to in all aspects of school life. When not in work, Carly enjoys walking with friends to keep fit and spending time with her family.