Lesley Franklin was Principal of George Heriot's School, Edinburgh, and retired in 2021 after 26 years at the school. After retiring, she pursued her lifelong passion for art by completing a Master's (MLitt) in Art History at the University of St Andrews. Following this, she spent 4 months at Sotheby's learning Art Business. Lesley now owns, and directs, 'Gallery Franklin' in St Andrews - a thriving, contemporary art gallery which champions emerging and established artists from the whole of the UK. Lesley's expertise in education and art align perfectly with Leith School of Art. She is passionate about providing opportunities for young people to access education and the arts.