Alan Patterson
Deputy Rector (Academic)
SMT Senior School - Alan originally joined the Academy in 2020 as Head of Careers, before moving to the High School of Dundee as Deputy Head (Co-Curricular). He was delighted to have been given the opportunity to return to EA as the Deputy Rector (Academics) in August 2025. Alan started his career in education at Webster's High School in Kirriemuir, teaching English, before moving to George Watson's, where he soon become Head of S6. Beyond the classroom, Alan is a keen sportsman, and has coached numerous cricket teams, including Scotland U15s and U17s. He has a love of travel, having visited over 60 countries. He has also been known to tread the boards with local amateur theatre companies.
