The team

We’re a passionate team of educators, developers, and innovators dedicated to transforming learning through cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to empower teachers with smarter tools for personalised, engaging, and effective education.

Aaron Saxton - Optic Team

Aaron Saxton

CEO & Co-founder

A leader in EdTech and digital transformation, Aaron has over 25+ years of experience integrating AI, cloud solutions, and data analytics into education. His vision drives Optic’s mission to make data accessible and actionable for all schools.

Daniel Havercroft - Optic Team

Daniel Havercroft

CTO & Co-founder

An expert in AI and data analytics, Dan specialises in building intuitive, intelligent systems that help educators get instant, meaningful insights. His technical leadership ensures Optic stays at the cutting edge.

Simon Howe - Optic Team

Simon Howe

COO & Co-founder

With nearly two decades in education, Simon is passionate about leveraging technology to improve school outcomes. His expertise ensures Optic aligns with the real-world needs of educators

Sarah Saxton - Optic Team

Sarah Saxton

CRO & Co-founder

A commercial strategist with a track record of scaling businesses, Sarah drives Optic’s growth, ensuring schools everywhere can access and benefit from data-driven decision-making.

Dr. Mollie Ward

Dr. Mollie Ward

AI Solution Engineer

An AI Solution Engineer at a global tech leader, Mollie brings deep expertise in computational neuroscience and ethical AI. She designs intelligent systems that mirror human learning, powering Optic’s predictive analytics and personalised insights for schools.

Graham Ball

Graham Ball

DevOps Engineer

Graham is a DevOps Engineer who brings deep expertise in automation and cloud infrastructure, with a focus on sustainability and inclusion. He ensures Optic’s AI solutions are ethical, scalable, and empower schools to deliver equitable education.

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