Glyn Richard Potts MBE DL (born 1979) is a British education and volunteer group leader.

Born in Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria, Glyn moved away at an early age due to his father being a serving soldier. His formative years were in Germany before moving back to the UK in 1988.

Professional Life

Glyn is currently Headteacher of Saint John Henry Newman Catholic College, in Oldham.Cite error: There are <ref> tags on this page without content in them (see the help page). He has been a member of the Army Cadet Force since 1998, holding various posts including his current post of Deputy Colonel Cadets, Headquarters North West Region at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Notable Achievements

His notable achievements include, being awarded the 'Inspirational Teacher of the Year' award by the Worshipful Company of Educators in 2011; appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester in May 2020 , and being awarded an MBE for Services to Education and the Army Cadet Force in 2022, Jubilee Birthday Honours list.