Mrs Leeder holds a BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry from the University of East Anglia, graduating in 2007. She went on to complete a PGCE(M) in 2008, beginning her teaching career at Hobart High School where she taught Biology, Chemistry, and Physics up to GCSE level. In 2017, she moved to Sprowston Community High School, where she expanded her teaching portfolio to include A Level Chemistry.

In 2022, Mrs Leeder joined Norwich School as a biology technician and part-time teacher. She has a strong passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) subjects and is an enthusiastic advocate for co-curricular engagement, serving as the school’s Youth STEMM Award coordinator. Keen to promote inclusivity within the school community, she has gained a Level 1 British Sign Language qualification and uses this knowledge to run a BSL lunchtime club, helping to raise awareness and support communication across the student body.