Principal, Carlisle College
Sarah McGrath
Sarah has over 20 years of experience in Further Education and is passionate about the difference it can make to people's lives. After a number of years leading quality and curriculum as Assistant Principal, she became Principal of Carlisle College in 2021 and is driven by widening participation and improving life chances of the people of Carlisle and beyond.
About Sarah
Sarah has worked in the Further Education sector for over 20 years, initially a lecturer of Adult Skills for Life and within the arts sector before progressing to leadership roles. She had a broad range of curriculum leadership experience and before becoming Principal of Carlisle College in 2021, Sarah was the senior lead for both quality and curriculum.
Sarah's education journey took her through further education and as a result, she is passionate about the value it has within society and the change it can make to individual lives. As NCG’s strategic lead for student engagement and student voice, she values the benefit of being part of a national group of colleges.
High quality teaching and learning, widening participation and improving life chances of the people of Carlisle and Cumbria are key drivers for Sarah. She chairs the Cumbria Work Based Learning Provider Forum and sits on the Local Skills Improvement Plan Steering Group.
