Providing Alternative Education Beyond The Classroom
Meet our Team
Charlotte Young
Charlotte Young
Charlotte Young
Charlotte has dedicated her career to transforming the educational landscape since 2011, specializing in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) settings. With a wealth of experience in both teaching and taking on key roles within senior leadership teams, her professional journey is marked by her passion for making a meaningful difference. In 2021 she completed her National Professional Qualification in Senior Leadership with a focus on Cognition and Learning.
Most recently, Charlotte served as a headteacher in an Alternative Provision setting, where she worked tirelessly to support young people facing barriers to learning. Her commitment to helping students overcome challenges—whether social, emotional, or academic—is at the core of her mission to create opportunities and unlock potential for every learner under her care. Her profound dedication leaves an indelible impact on the lives of the students and communities she serves.
Simon Hackett
Charlotte Young
Charlotte Young
Hi, I’m Simon, I’m proud to be part of the team here at 4Life Education. My career started many moons ago with 8 years of service in the UK Armed Forces, where I gained valuable life skills such as discipline, resilience, leadership, and the ability to work under pressure—skills that continue to shape how I support and guide young people today.
During my time in the military, I had the privilege of playing rugby for the Royal Air Force, which taught me the value of commitment, teamwork, and pushing personal boundaries. I also became a qualified personal trainer, working with both adults and adolescents to improve their physical and mental wellbeing—something I’m still passionate about today.
Since leaving the forces, I’ve worked across a range of support, teaching, and leadership roles in alternative education, helping young people who may have struggled in mainstream settings to re-engage, grow in confidence, and discover their potential. I believe in second chances, in meeting learners where they are, and in creating an environment where they feel safe, understood, and empowered.
At 4Life Education, I bring all of these experiences together to support our pupils not just academically, but personally. I’m committed to helping them build life skills, resilience, and a sense of purpose—because every young person deserves the chance to thrive.