St. Barnabas Greek School is proud to have a staff of teachers that are passionate about making a difference in students’ lives through tireless dedication to education. Get to know each of our team members below.
POLIS D. POLYCARPOU
MENG., MSC., PGCE, FRAES, MILT
Headmaster
Mr. Polycarpou began his tenure in September 2021, as the first non-Clerical head of our School. Himself once a student of our Greek School, Mr. Polycarpou worked for almost two decades in Merchant Banking, specialising in Aviation Finance. After retiring from the City, Mr. Polycarpou turned his hand to education, currently teaching Mathematics and Business at an "Outstanding" all-through academy in neighbouring Enfield, where he is Deputy Head of Year and Head of Careers & Work-Related Learning.
Mr. Polycarpou also serves as a Trustee of the St. Barnabas Greek Orthodox Community Fund (Charity number: 273104).
MACHI PSARA NEOFYTOU
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs. Neofytou is the longest-serving member of staff at our School, with over 45 years of loyal service. Mrs Neofytou has introduced thousands of young members of our Community to the Greek language. Her primary classes and approach are renowned and iconic across the network of Greek Schools in the UK.
DIMITRIOS ANGELETOS
Head of School Governors
Mr. Angeletos serves as the Chair of our School's Parent Governors. Himself a teacher - the Head of Social Sciences at a school in Waltham Forest, Mr. Angeletos brings a host of educational experience and know-how to the running and development of our school.