Phillip Hedger is the Chief Executive Officer of LEO Academy Trust, a leading multi-academy trust serving over 7,500 pupils across South West London and Surrey. He has led LEO since its formation in 2015 and was named CEO of the Year at the 2025 #MATExcellenceAwards for his leadership and national impact.
Phillip began his career in education in 2001 and has held senior roles across a range of school settings. He is a respected voice on school improvement, digital strategy, EdTech and inclusive education. A Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Educators, Freeman of the City of London and Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching, he also serves as Chair of Trustees at Sutton United Foundation. Phillip regularly contributes to educational thought leadership through Bett UK, LGfL, EdTech UK, the Foundation for Education Development (FED) and Challenge Partners.
