Miriam Langdon has been announced as the new headteacher of Hasmonean High School for Boys.

Mrs Langdon studied natural sciences at Magdalene College, Cambridge, and has taught at Hasmonean since 2007, serving variously as head of sixth form, head of maths, head of science, assistant head and interim head.

She was a finalist in The Royal Society Biology Teacher of the Year award in 2017.

“Honoured” to assume the headship, Mrs Langdon said her aim was “to provide a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment and fulfil our school vision of Torah Im Derech Eretz [proper behaviour]. “I am committed to promoting academic excellence, social responsibility and personal growth for every student whilst continuing to maintain the high level of Kodesh provision. I look forward to working with all teachers and parents as partners in achieving these goals.”

She will work closely with Rabbi Jeremy Golker, Hasmonean’s menahel, to ensure that all decisions are made in accordance with school’s ethos.

Hasmonean Multi-Academy Trust CEO Andrew McClusky said the appointment followed “a thorough and demanding recruitment process which involved trustees, governors, staff and students.

“We are confident that Mrs Langdon has the skills, depth of experience and personal qualities to successfully lead the boys’ school. I look forward to continuing to work closely with her to enable students to fulfil their great potential.”