Jack Trotman

Managing Director

Matlock, UK

Throughout my career so far—I’ve worked in publishing, the built environment, architecture, interiors, music, film, furniture and art. I’ve seen my skills change and develop as well as my taste. The one thing that remains the same are my moral values. I believe in positive, multi-sensory design and use a creative approach that balances structure with play.

"What inspires me most is that our students and teachers share a melting pot of different experiences, cultures, insights and aesthetics to create a learning environment like no other."

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Get outside; you won't regret it. A favourite place for our family is Birchen Edge in the Peak District. Walking along the ridge, you can search for the famous rock outcrops known as 'The Three Ships'. Illustration by Megan Rose Wall.

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I always come back to Arthur Russell. My musical taste is so varied, but there is an Arthur Russell song for any moment in life’s ups and downs. The label Audika Records, based in Seattle, is the official archive of all his music. You should check out Dinosaur L, Loose Joints, and Indian Ocean, which are his more disco-based monikers.

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