Nazma Jassat was seven when she arrived in Leicester with her family after fleeing war-torn Mozambique. She spoke only Portuguese and had to share a bedroom with five siblings in a cramped council house in Highfields. Today she leads a primary school in same inner-city neighbourhood, helping a new generation overcome the barriers she once faced. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in