 The school told parents in an email that Smith had been immediately terminated following his guilty plea, according to MailOnline. School principals Tobyn Thomas and Ben Thomas reportedly told parents in a statement: "I do not for a minute underestimate the shocking and deeply concerning nature of this news. "Our focus right now is on our pupils, parents and colleagues." The message explained that while pupils will be told of his exit, the school does not plan to "elaborate further" on the reasons for his dismissal. It added: "If you are unsure of what to say to your child, and would like further guidance, please do not hesitate to contact any of the following members of our leadership team." The 34-year-old pleaded guilty to distributing indecent images of children and inciting the sexual exploitation of children ( BPM MEDIA) A sentencing hearing will take place in due course at Southwark Crown Court. The school said it would continue working with authorit){kind=link}
The former Deputy Head of Pastoral at St Thomas’ Battersea, who started working at the £20,000-per-year school in September, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court yesterday
A teacher at the school formerly attended by Prince George and Princess Charlotte has reportedly pleaded guilty to child exploitation offences.
Matthew Smith, the Deputy Head of Pastoral at St Thomas’ Battersea, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court yesterday.
The 34-year-old pleaded guilty to distributing indecent images of children and inciting the sexual exploitation of children.
The charges do not relate to children at the independent prep school in Battersea, south London.