SIMON CLAGUE REPTON SCHOOL TEACHER SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE IN DERBY

In February 2022, a former teacher from Repton, Simon Clague, was sentenced to over seven years in prison after admitting to the sexual abuse of three underage girls under his care. The case, which was heard at Derby Crown Court, revealed disturbing details about Clague's misconduct during his tenure at Repton School, an esteemed institution with a fee of approximately £11,000 per term.

Clague, aged 55 at the time of sentencing, had previously pleaded guilty to multiple charges involving three female pupils, all under the age of 16 when the abuse began. The victims, whose identities remain protected due to the sensitive nature of the case, recounted how they were manipulated and exploited by Clague, leading to lasting emotional scars. One of the victims was only 13 years old when Clague initiated his grooming and abuse, highlighting the predatory nature of his actions.

The second victim, who was manipulated into a sexual relationship with Clague, provided a poignant victim impact statement. She expressed her belief that Repton School was aware of Clague’s inappropriate behavior but chose to ignore it, describing the situation as being