Turing School is named after Alan Turing the English mathematician, logician, cryptanalyst, and computer scientist who has become increasingly famous due to the highly successful film "The Imitation Game". Alan Turing displayed tremendous courage, resilience and strength of character during his life and was responsible for building the Bombe which helped decipher the German Enigma machine during the Second World War and is thought to have saved thousands of lives and shortened the war by as much as 2 years.
Turing students are extremely proud of the man behind the naming of our school and try each day to display the same courage, resilience and character that Alan Turing displayed during his life.
Hello, my name is Mrs. Longueira. Before coming to Varndean, I studied Physical Education in Santiago de Chile and worked in a British School as a P.E teacher and pastoral tutor. Prior to this, I was a professional triathlete, representing my country in races around the world. Since I moved to the UK I have loved working at Varndean, firstly in the ILS department, then as a School Leader in Angelou and Turing and now as Deputy Head of Turing School. I am also a Manager for the school's Duke of Edinburgh programme. Above all, I am very passionate about pastoral care, diversity and inclusion; I want all students to feel comfortable, appreciated and supported whilst in school, so please feel free to contact me by phone or email at andrealongueira@varndean.co.uk to discuss any issues, questions or concerns you may have.
I began my Varndean journey in September 2007. I have had different roles within the school and now it is my pleasure to be a school leader for Turing School.
I have also been a foster carer for many years which stands me in good stead to be able to provide support for our students and families.
