Bauhaus Education in Northampton has appointed experienced educator Tutu Alaka as its new chief executive to lead an ambitious expansion programme.

The OFSTED-registered town centre education provider, which supports students who are struggling in mainstream schools or at risk of exclusion, is scaling up its Northampton base to serve more than 150 learners and has opened a second site in Nottingham.

Tutu, who has more than 20 years’ experience in education, has focused her career on re-engaging students from disadvantaged backgrounds and helping them achieve lasting academic success. She was previously associate assistant head and head of careers at Thomas Becket School in Northampton.

“Nothing beats seeing a student’s confidence grow and their aspirations soar,” said Tutu. “This role means I – and the team at Bauhaus – will be reaching so many more young people who need that crucial support.”

Her teaching is rooted in cognitive science and retrieval practice, helping students embed learning into long-term memory through regular review. Bauhaus Education has made this methodology a cornerstone of its approach to building confidence and achievement.

Tutu’s career highlights include:

  • Working with the local authority to raise achievement among minority ethnic students

  • Improving KS3 science outcomes at Weston Favell Academy

  • Leading careers guidance for students exploring multiple career pathways

  • Supporting 100% of her 2025 GCSE biology students to achieve grades 4–9

Bauhaus Education provides tuition from Key Stage 2 to A-Level, including SEND support, home-education provision, and private exam entry. It is also an approved centre for AQA and Edexcel.

The organisation is now recruiting additional tutors across Northamptonshire and nationwide for online learning to meet growing demand.

“Bauhaus offers a solution for schools,” said Tutu. “We work with students until they are refocused and ready to return to mainstream classrooms, helping to maintain attendance and academic standards.”

Founded in 2016, Bauhaus Education has built partnerships with local authorities, schools, and virtual schools, and continues to receive strong feedback from parents and students for its impact on confidence and academic progress.