Our Staff

Leadership Team Role
Mrs M Dodson Headteacher
Miss H Kirk Deputy Headteacher, Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENDCo
Miss K Wilkinson Assistant Headteacher and Foundation Stage Teacher
Mrs V Smith School Business Manager
Teaching Staff Year Group
Mrs K Lazenby Foundation Stage
Mrs K Trever Foundation Stage
Mrs M Phillips Year 1
Mrs J Godwin Year 2
Miss M Olsson Year 3
Miss F Iveson Year 4
Miss L Moore Year 5
Miss K Sumpton Year 6
Admin and Additional Support Staff Role
Mrs T Rutter Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr D Shepherdson Behaviour Support Assistant
Mrs H Bohl SEND Specialist Consultant
Mrs S Brindle Admin and Curriculum Assistant
Mrs D Bullivant Admin and Attendance Assistant
Miss C Thickett HR Administrator
Classroom Support
Miss M Baker
Mrs S Bird
Miss R Brice
Miss T Cookman
Mrs K Eskrett
Miss L Goodrick
Mrs V Jackman
Mrs S Jefferies
Mr D Shepherdson
Mrs A Wild
Miss B Young

 

Premises Staff Role
Mr R Mowthorpe Site Facilities Officer
Miss T Cookman Cleaner
Mrs P Jusko Cleaner
Mrs C Key Cleaner (maternity leave)
Mrs K Sarr Cleaner
Mrs T Rutter Cleaner
Miss B Young Cleaner
Lunchtime Staff Role
Miss K Melbourne Cook
Mrs R Sawyers Catering Assistant
Mrs Y Topliss Catering Assistant
Miss A Chambers Senior Lunchtime Supervisor
Mrs P Jusko Lunchtime Supervisor
Mrs C Key Lunchtime Supervisor (maternity leave)
Mrs C Richardson Lunchtime Supervisor
Mrs K Sarr Lunchtime Supervisor
Miss S Tranmer Lunchtime Supervisor
Breakfast Club Staff Role
Mrs V Jackman Breakfast Club Assistant
Mrs P Jusko Breakfast Club Assistant
Mrs T Rutter Breakfast Club Assistant

Positive Environment: The school’s environment fosters respect and support among pupils and staff. Pupils are encouraged to develop good manners and social skills, contributing to a positive school culture.

Quality of Education: Pupils receive strong support in learning to read quickly and achieving well. The curriculum is well-planned and effective, particularly in the early years and mathematics. Teachers and teaching assistants are well-trained and provide clear explanations and encouragement.

Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit respectful relationships with adults and move around the school sensibly. They are confident in seeking help from staff if needed, and bullying is rare. Pupils listen attentively to teachers and engage in class discussions.

Personal Development: Pupils are encouraged to be independent from an early age and take care in presenting their work. They enjoy participating in various clubs and activities, including sporting competitions and educational visits.

Support for SEND: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are quickly identified and well-supported, achieving good outcomes as a result.

Overall Effectiveness: The school was rated ‘Good’ in all categories, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision.

Safeguarding: The school has effective safeguarding measures in place. Staff are well-informed and confident in identifying and addressing potential risks to pupils. Pupils are knowledgeable about staying safe, particularly online.

Leadership and Ambition: School leaders are noted for their ambition and effective work in improving the school. Their efforts have resulted in a good quality of education for the pupils.