Lingey House Primary School

Head Teacher

Role	All about me...
Mrs C Wilkinson Head Teacher	Hello! I’m Chloe Wilkinson and have been the headteacher of Lingey House since January 2021. Before I came here, I worked in two schools in Durham and taught in most year groups from Nursery to Year 6. I am passionate about mental health, inclusion and play and put children at the heart of everything. I feel privileged to lead such an amazing school and look forward to many exciting developments in the future. When I’m not at school, I love to spend time with my family. I have two sons, Tate and Reid, who are full of energy and keep me on my toes! I have a cat called Cosmo. On weekends, I enjoy fun days out with the kids as well as cosy days in watching movies. I am renovating my house so can often be found with tools and paintbrushes in my hand. I like spending time at the beach and have recently started collecting sea glass.

Role

All about me...

Mrs C Wilkinson

Head Teacher

Hello! I’m Chloe Wilkinson and have been the headteacher of Lingey House since January 2021. Before I came here, I worked in two schools in Durham and taught in most year groups from Nursery to Year 6. I am passionate about mental health, inclusion and play and put children at the heart of everything. I feel privileged to lead such an amazing school and look forward to many exciting developments in the future.

When I’m not at school, I love to spend time with my family. I have two sons, Tate and Reid, who are full of energy and keep me on my toes! I have a cat called Cosmo. On weekends, I enjoy fun days out with the kids as well as cosy days in watching movies. I am renovating my house so can often be found with tools and paintbrushes in my hand. I like spending time at the beach and have recently started collecting sea glass.

Senior Leadership Team

Role	All about me...
Mrs J Jackson Deputy Head Teacher	Hello my name is Joanne Jackson and I have worked at Lingey House for over 26 years teaching in all year groups from Nursery to Year 6. I have had lots of roles during my time here and I have loved them all. My passions are maths, puzzles and the outdoors. I enjoy leading assemblies in school, especially the achievement ones, as it is wonderful to celebrate all the different things that our children do throughout the week. I am looking forward to teaching Year 5 this year and making lessons as creative and interactive as possible. I live in Newcastle and have 2 grown-up boys and two cats. In my spare time I enjoy reading, cooking, spending time in my garden and going on walks.
Mrs G Wrightson Assistant Head & Year 6 Teacher	My name is Gemma Wrightson I have worked at Lingey House for 20 years, and it has been a pleasure to do so! I love working with the local community and our families; some of the children I taught when I first started at Lingey House are now bringing their own children to school! I have thoroughly enjoyed the challenges and experiences this role has thrown at me over the years. In my role as Assistant Head Teacher, my current responsibilities include Maths, Summative Assessment, Pupil Premium, and I'm one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads. As part of my role, I try to ensure that school effectively uses funding to provide our pupils with rich and varied learning experiences. Outside of school I love spending time with my husband and two sons. We are a footy mad family who enjoy going to watch Newcastle United at St James Park. In my spare time I enjoy eating out, travelling, cooking and when I've got time I like to relax and read a good book!
Mrs M Flowdy Assistant Head Teacher & Year 5A Teacher	My name is Michaela Flowdy and I have worked at Lingey House for 8 years teaching mainly in KS2. I am very passionate about children's social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) and always look for ways we can further develop this as a school. I'm responsible for leading Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) in school and have loved the opportunity to work with children to develop our wonderful grounds and see the positive impact on children's wellbeing. In my role as Assistant Head Teacher, some of my other responsibilities include leading on behaviour, pedagogy, forest school and ECT induction. I am also one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads. I am married with two young children and love family days out, especially spending time at the beach or in a forest. In my spare time (when I'm not playing chauffer to my children) I love going to events with live music and visiting the theatre.
Miss A Bell Mental Health Lead	My Name is Amy Bell, I have been working at Lingey House now for 10 years, across a range of Key Stages and my current role is Senior Mental Health Lead as well a being one of our schools Designated Safeguarding Leads. My passion is promoting positive mental health and making sure that all children are safe and happy during their time at school. I currently am writing lead and love finding new, exciting texts for our children to base their English work around! When I'm not at school, I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend and family and going for long walks with my golden retriever, Hudson!
Mrs D Hewitt School Business Manager	My name is Denise Hewitt, I am the School Business Manager and I joined Lingey House in 1997. I have responsibility for finance, premises, personnel and whole school administration. I am married and have two children – a son and a daughter, plus three granddaughters. On weekends, I love spending time with my grandchildren; we love exploring the outdoors and finding new places to visit. When I don't have grandchildren, I enjoy cooking, as well as walking, reading and catching up with friends.

Role

All about me...

Mrs J Jackson

Deputy Head Teacher

Hello my name is Joanne Jackson and I have worked at Lingey House for over 26 years teaching in all year groups from Nursery to Year 6. I have had lots of roles during my time here and I have loved them all. My passions are maths, puzzles and the outdoors. I enjoy leading assemblies in school, especially the achievement ones, as it is wonderful to celebrate all the different things that our children do throughout the week.

I am looking forward to teaching Year 5 this year and making lessons as creative and interactive as possible.

I live in Newcastle and have 2 grown-up boys and two cats. In my spare time I enjoy reading, cooking, spending time in my garden and going on walks.

Mrs G Wrightson

Assistant Head & Year 6 Teacher

My name is Gemma Wrightson I have worked at Lingey House for 20 years, and it has been a pleasure to do so! I love working with the local community and our families; some of the children I taught when I first started at Lingey House are now bringing their own children to school!

I have thoroughly enjoyed the challenges and experiences this role has thrown at me over the years. In my role as Assistant Head Teacher, my current responsibilities include Maths, Summative Assessment, Pupil Premium, and I'm one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads. As part of my role, I try to ensure that school effectively uses funding to provide our pupils with rich and varied learning experiences.

Outside of school I love spending time with my husband and two sons. We are a footy mad family who enjoy going to watch Newcastle United at St James Park. In my spare time I enjoy eating out, travelling, cooking and when I've got time I like to relax and read a good book!

Mrs M Flowdy

Assistant Head Teacher & Year 5A Teacher

My name is Michaela Flowdy and I have worked at Lingey House for 8 years teaching mainly in KS2. I am very passionate about children's social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) and always look for ways we can further develop this as a school. I'm responsible for leading Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) in school and have loved the opportunity to work with children to develop our wonderful grounds and see the positive impact on children's wellbeing. In my role as Assistant Head Teacher, some of my other responsibilities include leading on behaviour, pedagogy, forest school and ECT induction. I am also one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads.

I am married with two young children and love family days out, especially spending time at the beach or in a forest. In my spare time (when I'm not playing chauffer to my children) I love going to events with live music and visiting the theatre.

Miss A Bell

Mental Health Lead

My Name is Amy Bell, I have been working at Lingey House now for 10 years, across a range of Key Stages and my current role is Senior Mental Health Lead as well a being one of our schools Designated Safeguarding Leads. My passion is promoting positive mental health and making sure that all children are safe and happy during their time at school. I currently am writing lead and love finding new, exciting texts for our children to base their English work around!

When I'm not at school, I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend and family and going for long walks with my golden retriever, Hudson!

Mrs D Hewitt

School Business Manager

My name is Denise Hewitt, I am the School Business Manager and I joined Lingey House in 1997. I have responsibility for finance, premises, personnel and whole school administration.

I am married and have two children – a son and a daughter, plus three granddaughters. On weekends, I love spending time with my grandchildren; we love exploring the outdoors and finding new places to visit. When I don't have grandchildren, I enjoy cooking, as well as walking, reading and catching up with friends.

SEND Leadership Team & Senior Leadership Team

Role	All about me...
Mrs K Watson SENCO	My name is Kayleigh Watson and I am the SENDCO here at Lingey House. I am entering my 6^th year as part of the Lingey team and throughout my teaching career I have taught across all year groups in KS1 and KS2. I have always had an interest in SEND growing up with a family member with special educational needs and working in an additionally resourced mainstream school early in my career. I am passionate about what we do here in our incredibly inclusive school and love working with our amazing children, families and the local community. In addition to my SEND role in school, I am one of the designated safeguarding leads, LAC coordinator, History lead and I also run our PTA. I love the variety of my role and the fact that no two days are the same! I have a daughter who attends Lingey House Primary School and, in my spare time, I enjoy going on adventures with her as well as going to the theatre, seeing live music and spending time with my friends and family. I feel incredibly lucky to work at Lingey House and fortunate to come to work every day to do a job I love!

Role

All about me...

Mrs K Watson

SENCO

My name is Kayleigh Watson and I am the SENDCO here at Lingey House. I am entering my 6^th year as part of the Lingey team and throughout my teaching career I have taught across all year groups in KS1 and KS2. I have always had an interest in SEND growing up with a family member with special educational needs and working in an additionally resourced mainstream school early in my career. I am passionate about what we do here in our incredibly inclusive school and love working with our amazing children, families and the local community.

In addition to my SEND role in school, I am one of the designated safeguarding leads, LAC coordinator, History lead and I also run our PTA. I love the variety of my role and the fact that no two days are the same!

I have a daughter who attends Lingey House Primary School and, in my spare time, I enjoy going on adventures with her as well as going to the theatre, seeing live music and spending time with my friends and family. I feel incredibly lucky to work at Lingey House and fortunate to come to work every day to do a job I love!

Early Years Team

Role	All About me...
Miss D Hamilton Nursery Teacher	Hi, my name is Darcy Hamilton and I work in Nursery at Lingey House. Early Years is my passion and my expertise. I am going into my 6^th year of teaching, all being in EYFS. I love this phase because I can come to work every day singing songs, being messy, having lots of fun and being active! If you are looking for me at Lingey House, I will no doubt be in the Quack Shack! In nursery, we hatched 5 ducklings which we kept as school pets... 5 Lingey Ducks!! Mick, Bob, Sparkles, Rainbow and Fluffy. I lead Careers and Life Skills, ensuring we have opportunities to learn about a variety of different professions. I am passionate about children learning life skills before leaving primary school and having an understanding of the wider world. In my spare time, I like to go to the beach for walks with my sausage dog and love to travel. I like visiting hot countries and experiencing different cultures - in particular, eating their varied cuisines! My favourite place I visited is Indonesia. I loved seeing the komodo dragons in the Flores Islands and visiting their pink beaches on an Indonesian boat.
Miss L Brown Teacher - PPA Cover & MFL Lead	My name is Lynsay Brown. This year I'm working on a Thursday in Nursery and on a Friday in Year One. I have been a qualified teacher for fifteen years and have spent twelve of those years at Lingey House. I have taught in Year One, Year Two and Year Four throughout my career so I am looking forward to experiencing Nursery & Year One this year. I’ve always loved working with younger children and seeing that lightbulb moment when they achieve something and are very proud of themselves. I love working at Lingey House. Nothing makes me smile more than seeing our children enjoying their learning! I have a toddler called Max who keeps me on my toes when I am not working. Spending time with him and watching him grow has been the best adventure! I am a massive foodie and love to try new foods; I will watch ANY cooking show and have a go at cooking new recipes for friends and family. I have always been a big sports fan (playing many sports in my younger years) and I will usually be found watching most sports on TV or running (usually late) to the gym. My biggest life goal is to see the world and travel to as many different places as I can.
Mrs L Goundry Nursery Teaching Assistant	My name is Lynn Goundry, I have worked in Early Years Education for over 20 years and recently joined Lingey House Primary School in May 2023. I currently enjoy working as part of the Nursery team. I have two children and two dogs who all enjoy going on long adventurous walks; we love to be outdoors. I am a qualified gymnastics coach and love football. My family and I support Newcastle United and are season ticket holders.
Mrs C Ingle Nursery Teaching Assistant	My name is Christina Ingle, I have worked at Lingey House for nearly 2 years. This year I work in Nursery as a level 3 Teaching Assistant. I love working in Early Years, I find it extremely rewarding being part of children’s early experiences and learning, helping them develop those skills that will set them up as they progress through school. I went to Lingey House when I was a child and now I have two children at Lingey House who love it as much as myself. I feel very lucky to be part of the team. Outside of school there is nothing I love more than spending time with my children and husband. We enjoy going to the Lake District with our golden retriever Arlo, who loves a good splash in the lake! I spend most weekends at my son’s football matches and tournaments; I would most certainly say I am a football mam. We are all football mad and big Newcastle United supporters.
Carla Drummond Nursery Teaching Assistant	My name is Carla Drummond, I have worked at Lingey House for 9 years running breakfast and after-school club. A lot of the children and parents know me around the school. I was offered the chance to join Lingey House in a different capacity in July 2023. This year I am going to be working in the Nursery which I am looking forward to. I love being a part of the team helping make a difference to the children. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and walking my dog Blu; as a family we love spending time camping and being outdoors.
Miss J Ross Nursery Teaching Assistant	Awaiting Content
Mrs C Baggot Reception A Teacher	Hello, I’m Charlotte Baggott. I’m one of the teachers in Reception A, sharing with the fabulous Mrs Cook. I’ve been teaching for nearly ten years, across all primary Key Stages and joined Lingey House in 2021. Some of you may remember me as Miss Harris before I got married and had a baby girl! I love teaching at Lingey House and getting to know all of your amazing children. One of the best parts of this job is watching your children learn and grow. Teaching in Early Years is magical, as each unique child has creative and exciting ways to develop within a homely and enabling environment. Observing children applying their new knowledge to read and write for the first time is so rewarding. I lead Science at Lingey House, a subject I am very passionate about. Science feeds into every aspect of the world around us. The first-hand investigative experiences at Lingey House help to prepare our children for the ever-changing world around them. In my spare time, I like to create new memories with my daughter, spend time with my family and friends, explore new places and paddle board.
Mrs L Cook Reception A Teacher	My name is Mrs Cook and I have worked at Lingey House for two years now but previous to that I worked in Durham for over 14 years. I have mainly taught in Early Years and Key Stage 1 and I love my job watching children grow and learn. I am DT lead within school and I really enjoy this subject as I love to see all the fabulous things the children do and the enjoyment they get out of it. When I'm not at work I love spending time with my two children Faye and Oscar. We love crafting, going on adventures and spending time in the lake district.
Miss R Atwood Recption B Teacher	My name is Ruth Attwood, I have been working at Lingey House since January 2023. I have taught in Nursery and Year 1. This year I will be teaching Reception, which I am super excited for! I love being creative and active and look forward to helping children reach their full potential. My favourite subject to teach would be PE or Dance as I used to be a Dancer/Dance Teacher and just love to dance. In my spare time I enjoy taking my dog Alfie to the beach and going to the gym with my friends.
Mrs K Atkinson Reception Teaching Assistant	I am Kayley Atkinson, I am an HLTA and have worked at Lingey House for 12 years. I have had experience of working across many phases of school but I am most passionate about early reading and phonics and I love to read myself. It is so important for pupils to develop their phonic knowledge and become confident readers. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family. I have two children of my own. My eldest is 16 and youngest 11 months. We love days out and holidays together.
Mrs M Masson Reception Teaching Assistant	My name is Michelle Masson, I have worked in Early Years for 10 years mainly based at the Elgin Centre. I started working at Lingey House in January 2023, working as part of the nursery team. My role as teaching assistant involves setting up areas to engage children in imaginative play and nurturing them within the setting. I am married with a grown-up son and grandson. In my spare time I enjoy training and running for Saltwell Harriers; I have completed many types of races including marathons and hill runs. I also love to go on long walks with my dog.
Mr O Masson Reception Teaching Assistant	My name is Owen Masson and I have worked in Reception at Lingey House Primary School since January 2024 as a EYFS Apprentice. I have gained lots of experience already and enjoy playing and learning with children. I enjoy playing football with my friends and being active, so you will normally see me running around with the children in the Early Years Garden or on OPAL. I enjoy watching Newcastle United with my Dad and enjoying holidays and walks with my family. I have 2 cats who love cuddling up to me even when I’m trying to do something else.
Mrs J Wilson Reception Teaching Assistant	My name is Mrs Wilson and I'm a Level 3 TA. I am currently based in Reception, and I love helping children to learn and grow. I have a lot of experience outdoors as part of the OPAL team, so I love being creative, active, and learning through play with the rest of the children in the school every lunchtime! In my spare time I love spending time at home with my Husband and two sons! We love going on holidays, listening to music & baking! Most of my whole family attended Lingey House, including myself and my two sons. Now I am so privileged to be part of helping your children build up the skills that they will use for a lifetime!

Role

All About me...

Miss D Hamilton

Nursery Teacher

Hi, my name is Darcy Hamilton and I work in Nursery at Lingey House. Early Years is my passion and my expertise. I am going into my 6^th year of teaching, all being in EYFS. I love this phase because I can come to work every day singing songs, being messy, having lots of fun and being active!

If you are looking for me at Lingey House, I will no doubt be in the Quack Shack! In nursery, we hatched 5 ducklings which we kept as school pets... 5 Lingey Ducks!! Mick, Bob, Sparkles, Rainbow and Fluffy.

I lead Careers and Life Skills, ensuring we have opportunities to learn about a variety of different professions. I am passionate about children learning life skills before leaving primary school and having an understanding of the wider world.

In my spare time, I like to go to the beach for walks with my sausage dog and love to travel. I like visiting hot countries and experiencing different cultures - in particular, eating their varied cuisines! My favourite place I visited is Indonesia. I loved seeing the komodo dragons in the Flores Islands and visiting their pink beaches on an Indonesian boat.

Miss L Brown

Teacher - PPA Cover & MFL Lead

My name is Lynsay Brown. This year I'm working on a Thursday in Nursery and on a Friday in Year One. I have been a qualified teacher for fifteen years and have spent twelve of those years at Lingey House. I have taught in Year One, Year Two and Year Four throughout my career so I am looking forward to experiencing Nursery & Year One this year. I’ve always loved working with younger children and seeing that lightbulb moment when they achieve something and are very proud of themselves. I love working at Lingey House. Nothing makes me smile more than seeing our children enjoying their learning!

I have a toddler called Max who keeps me on my toes when I am not working. Spending time with him and watching him grow has been the best adventure! I am a massive foodie and love to try new foods; I will watch ANY cooking show and have a go at cooking new recipes for friends and family. I have always been a big sports fan (playing many sports in my younger years) and I will usually be found watching most sports on TV or running (usually late) to the gym. My biggest life goal is to see the world and travel to as many different places as I can.

Mrs L Goundry

Nursery Teaching Assistant

My name is Lynn Goundry, I have worked in Early Years Education for over 20 years and recently joined Lingey House Primary School in May 2023. I currently enjoy working as part of the Nursery team.

I have two children and two dogs who all enjoy going on long adventurous walks; we love to be outdoors. I am a qualified gymnastics coach and love football. My family and I support Newcastle United and are season ticket holders.

Mrs C Ingle

Nursery Teaching Assistant

My name is Christina Ingle, I have worked at Lingey House for nearly 2 years. This year I work in Nursery as a level 3 Teaching Assistant. I love working in Early Years, I find it extremely rewarding being part of children’s early experiences and learning, helping them develop those skills that will set them up as they progress through school.

I went to Lingey House when I was a child and now I have two children at Lingey House who love it as much as myself. I feel very lucky to be part of the team.

Outside of school there is nothing I love more than spending time with my children and husband. We enjoy going to the Lake District with our golden retriever Arlo, who loves a good splash in the lake! I spend most weekends at my son’s football matches and tournaments; I would most certainly say I am a football mam. We are all football mad and big Newcastle United supporters.

Carla Drummond

Nursery Teaching Assistant

My name is Carla Drummond, I have worked at Lingey House for 9 years running breakfast and after-school club. A lot of the children and parents know me around the school.

I was offered the chance to join Lingey House in a different capacity in July 2023. This year I am going to be working in the Nursery which I am looking forward to. I love being a part of the team helping make a difference to the children.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and walking my dog Blu; as a family we love spending time camping and being outdoors.

Miss J Ross

Nursery Teaching Assistant

Awaiting Content

Mrs C Baggot

Reception A Teacher

Hello, I’m Charlotte Baggott. I’m one of the teachers in Reception A, sharing with the fabulous Mrs Cook. I’ve been teaching for nearly ten years, across all primary Key Stages and joined Lingey House in 2021. Some of you may remember me as Miss Harris before I got married and had a baby girl! I love teaching at Lingey House and getting to know all of your amazing children. One of the best parts of this job is watching your children learn and grow.

Teaching in Early Years is magical, as each unique child has creative and exciting ways to develop within a homely and enabling environment. Observing children applying their new knowledge to read and write for the first time is so rewarding.

I lead Science at Lingey House, a subject I am very passionate about. Science feeds into every aspect of the world around us. The first-hand investigative experiences at Lingey House help to prepare our children for the ever-changing world around them.

In my spare time, I like to create new memories with my daughter, spend time with my family and friends, explore new places and paddle board.

Mrs L Cook

Reception A Teacher

My name is Mrs Cook and I have worked at Lingey House for two years now but previous to that I worked in Durham for over 14 years. I have mainly taught in Early Years and Key Stage 1 and I love my job watching children grow and learn. I am DT lead within school and I really enjoy this subject as I love to see all the fabulous things the children do and the enjoyment they get out of it.

When I'm not at work I love spending time with my two children Faye and Oscar. We love crafting, going on adventures and spending time in the lake district.

Miss R Atwood

Recption B Teacher

My name is Ruth Attwood, I have been working at Lingey House since January 2023. I have taught in Nursery and Year 1. This year I will be teaching Reception, which I am super excited for!

I love being creative and active and look forward to helping children reach their full potential. My favourite subject to teach would be PE or Dance as I used to be a Dancer/Dance Teacher and just love to dance.

In my spare time I enjoy taking my dog Alfie to the beach and going to the gym with my friends.

Mrs K Atkinson

Reception Teaching Assistant

I am Kayley Atkinson, I am an HLTA and have worked at Lingey House for 12 years. I have had experience of working across many phases of school but I am most passionate about early reading and phonics and I love to read myself. It is so important for pupils to develop their phonic knowledge and become confident readers.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family. I have two children of my own. My eldest is 16 and youngest 11 months. We love days out and holidays together.

Mrs M Masson

Reception Teaching Assistant

My name is Michelle Masson, I have worked in Early Years for 10 years mainly based at the Elgin Centre. I started working at Lingey House in January 2023, working as part of the nursery team. My role as teaching assistant involves setting up areas to engage children in imaginative play and nurturing them within the setting.

I am married with a grown-up son and grandson. In my spare time I enjoy training and running for Saltwell Harriers; I have completed many types of races including marathons and hill runs. I also love to go on long walks with my dog.

Mr O Masson

Reception Teaching Assistant

My name is Owen Masson and I have worked in Reception at Lingey House Primary School since January 2024 as a EYFS Apprentice. I have gained lots of experience already and enjoy playing and learning with children. I enjoy playing football with my friends and being active, so you will normally see me running around with the children in the Early Years Garden or on OPAL.

I enjoy watching Newcastle United with my Dad and enjoying holidays and walks with my family.

I have 2 cats who love cuddling up to me even when I’m trying to do something else.

Mrs J Wilson

Reception Teaching Assistant

My name is Mrs Wilson and I'm a Level 3 TA. I am currently based in Reception, and I love helping children to learn and grow. I have a lot of experience outdoors as part of the OPAL team, so I love being creative, active, and learning through play with the rest of the children in the school every lunchtime!

In my spare time I love spending time at home with my Husband and two sons! We love going on holidays, listening to music & baking!

Most of my whole family attended Lingey House, including myself and my two sons. Now I am so privileged to be part of helping your children build up the skills that they will use for a lifetime!

Key Stage 1 Team

Role	All about me...
Mrs A Clydesdale Year 1A Teacher & History Lead	My name is Amy Clydesdale and I am class teacher in Year 1A. I have worked at Lingey House for 10 years, so I have had the privilege of getting to know lots of lovely families and being a part of children's journeys through school. I have taught in Key Stage 1 and Early Years and I am very passionate about early childhood education. I also lead History across the school. I met my now husband Will while we both worked at Lingey House. We have a gorgeous little boy called Sonny who keeps us very busy! In my spare time I love to spend my time making memories with my family.
Mrs F McMenemy Year 1B Teacher & Art Lead	I have been a teacher at Lingey House since 2019 and have taught in Reception, Year 1, Year 5 and Year 6 during my time here. I love spending time outdoors and I am a Forest School leader. I am passionate about running these sessions in our beautiful school grounds and forest school area. In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym with my friends and going out for nice walks with my husband. In the holidays I enjoy travelling and visiting exciting new places.
Miss L Brown Teacher - PPA Cover & MFL Lead	My name is Lynsay Brown. This year I'm working on a Thursday in Nursery and on a Friday in Year One. I have been a qualified teacher for fifteen years and have spent twelve of those years at Lingey House. I have taught in Year One, Year Two and Year Four throughout my career so I am looking forward to experiencing Nursery and Year One this year. I’ve always loved working with younger children and seeing that lightbulb moment when they achieve something and are very proud of themselves. I love working at Lingey House. Nothing makes me smile more than seeing our children enjoying their learning! I have a toddler called Max who keeps me on my toes when I am not working. Spending time with him and watching him grow has been the best adventure! I am a massive foodie and love to try new foods; I will watch ANY cooking show and have a go at cooking new recipes for friends and family. I have always been a big sports fan (playing many sports in my younger years) and I will usually be found watching most sports on TV or running (usually late) to the gym. My biggest life goal is to see the world and travel to as many different places as I can.
Mrs C Crawford Year 1 Teaching Assistant	I'm Mrs Crawford, I’ve worked at Lingey house for 15 years and find my role as HLTA very rewarding. My passion is early reading and phonics as I believe reading is the good foundation to a good education. It gives me great pleasure to see our children thrive when learning to read, then developing a love of reading for pleasure. I have two grown-up daughters and really enjoy spending time with my family. In my spare time, I find there’s nothing better than relaxing with a good book.
Mrs R Adams-Ratheram Year 1 Teaching Assistant	Hi my name is Rachel, I’ve worked at Lingey House Primary as a teaching assistant since September 2022, working mainly between EYFS and KS1. Previously, I have had extensive experience of supporting speech and language therapists to deliver a variety of interventions. This is something which I’m very passionate about, supporting children to develop their early communication skills. I live with my husband and my cat. I am a huge animal person and would love a household full of animals if I had the space! In my spare time, I enjoy going on holidays, spending time with my family and friends and going for long walks.
Miss N Hughes Year 1 Teaching Assistant & OPAL Team Member	Hi, my name is Miss Hughes and I have two roles in school. I thoroughly enjoy working in Year 1 as a teaching assistant and I'm also a proud member of the OPAL Play Team. I have been at Lingey since March 2023 and I hope to be here for many more years! Before joining Lingey House I worked in Early Years for 6 years! Outside of school, I love to spend time with my 9-year-old daughter. We love an adventure or two and we’re always looking for new places to explore! I also love to spend time with family and friends.
Mrs D Sutcliffe Year 1 Teaching Assistant & OPAL Team Member	Hi my name is Mrs Sutcliffe and I joined the Lingey House family in March 2023 when I took the opportunity to become part of our amazing OPAL play team which I love. I now enjoy 2 roles within school after moving back into the classroom as a Teaching Assistant, first in the Early Years and now within our Year 1 classes. It is a real privilege to be part of your amazing children's learning journey. I love it when I'm there for a "breakthrough moment", when you see a child realise they've cracked - there is no better feeling! Outside of school, I'm a mum to Ollie and Evalyn who are in Year 8 and Year 6 and have taught me the most important things in life. We have our furry friends Martha and Billina, the funniest and cuddliest cats ever. You will usually find us outdoors using our national trust membership (Gibside is our happy place) and at the stables where my daughter rides. We also enjoy movie nights, making pizzas and time with family. I love being in nature and out of the fast lane whenever I can. It's the simple things that bring me joy. Before joining Lingey House, I worked in Gateshead schools for 5 years. Before that I was in veterinary practice for 22 years helping to look after the North Easts pets, hand rearing orphans and bringing home waifs and strays. I've enjoyed every job I've had and hope to be working with the amazing children, staff and parents of Lingey House for many years to come.
Miss O Wallace Year 1 Teaching Assistant	Hello, my name is Miss Wallace I just joined the Lingey House team as a Teaching assistant in April. Before coming to Lingey House, I worked as a special needs support coach for children of all different ages, helping them gain independence and confidence. I currently work throughout the school supporting in classrooms and I absolutely love it, I am extremely passionate about making school a safe and rewarding place where children can flourish. As some of the children already know, I absolutely love a good chitchat. However, I am always there with an open ear if anything is on your mind. Children feeling heard and respected is extremely important. Out of school you can find me spending time with my little family, we love being outdoors, especially at the beach with our English bulldog Sergeant, he’s well known for taking me for a walk and not the other way round! We also love going on new adventures and travelling to different countries all over the world.
Mr L Bloomfield Y2A Class Teacher & Geography Lead	I'm Mr Bloomfield, I have been working at Lingey house for 5 years now and have taught in years 4, 3 and 2 where I have been for the last two years. Currently, I am Geography lead at Lingey House (a subject I loved when I was at school!). I want to develop children's geographical knowledge and skills allowing them to have a deeper understanding of the world we live in. When I'm not at work, I love playing and watching sports in my spare time, including football - I’m a huge Newcastle fan! I also enjoy running and trying to play golf (but I’m not very good). I also love athletics and quite often spend my summer holidays working at athletics events all around the world!
Mrs S McCallum Year 2B Class Teacher & Music Lead	I am Mrs McCallum. I am new to Year 2 this year, but I have been teaching at Lingey House for 9 years. Currently, I lead music across school. We want our pupils to be able to know and explore a wide range of instruments and musical genres. We are promoting a love of music through the delivery of a range of after-school music clubs. Music is a passion of mine; I can play the flute and I am currently learning how to play the piano. Alongside music, I enjoy maths, history and PE, particularly when it’s hockey. After school and in the holidays, I enjoy spending time with my family and walking my dog along the coast.
Mrs S Conlin Y4B Teaching Assistant	My name is Susan Conlin, I've been a Teaching Assistant for 18 years. Throughout my career, I have a wealth of experience supporting a wide range of children of all ages and needs. I have been at Lingey House for nearly 4 years. I’m currently in year 2, supporting children and delivering a wide range of interventions. Outside of school I love spending time with my family, I’m married with children and grandchildren and I’m also a kinship carer. Other things I enjoy are reading, walking, spending time with friends and enjoy visiting different cities.
Miss B Mather Year 2 Teaching Assistant	My name is Britney Mather and if you're looking for me look no further than Year 2! I joined Lingey House as a level 3 teaching assistant in September 2023 at an exciting time. Outside of school, I am a dance teacher and therefore have a great passion for the arts and integrating them into school life. This year I have choreographed the dance festival and took the children to the Sage Gateshead to showcase our work. Alongside this, I also run dance club for both KS1 and KS2 children. I enjoy everything sport related and love to help children get involved as much as possible.
Mrs S Iley Year 2 Teaching Assistant	My name is Suzanne Iley I have been working at Lingey House Primary as a Teaching Assistant in Early Years for 18 years now. This year I have a new challenge, and you'll find me in Year 2. I love being a part of the school team, supporting children in their learning. I have lots of interests, I enjoy Arts and Crafts, which led to me running an after-school club with different year groups. I have three boys who all came to this school. In my spare time I like going on holiday with my husband and family. My hobbies include reading, walking and eating out.

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Mrs A Clydesdale

Year 1A Teacher & History Lead

My name is Amy Clydesdale and I am class teacher in Year 1A. I have worked at Lingey House for 10 years, so I have had the privilege of getting to know lots of lovely families and being a part of children's journeys through school. I have taught in Key Stage 1 and Early Years and I am very passionate about early childhood education. I also lead History across the school.

I met my now husband Will while we both worked at Lingey House. We have a gorgeous little boy called Sonny who keeps us very busy! In my spare time I love to spend my time making memories with my family.

Mrs F McMenemy

Year 1B Teacher & Art Lead

I have been a teacher at Lingey House since 2019 and have taught in Reception, Year 1, Year 5 and Year 6 during my time here. I love spending time outdoors and I am a Forest School leader. I am passionate about running these sessions in our beautiful school grounds and forest school area.

In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym with my friends and going out for nice walks with my husband. In the holidays I enjoy travelling and visiting exciting new places.

Miss L Brown

Teacher - PPA Cover & MFL Lead

My name is Lynsay Brown. This year I'm working on a Thursday in Nursery and on a Friday in Year One. I have been a qualified teacher for fifteen years and have spent twelve of those years at Lingey House. I have taught in Year One, Year Two and Year Four throughout my career so I am looking forward to experiencing Nursery and Year One this year. I’ve always loved working with younger children and seeing that lightbulb moment when they achieve something and are very proud of themselves. I love working at Lingey House. Nothing makes me smile more than seeing our children enjoying their learning!

I have a toddler called Max who keeps me on my toes when I am not working. Spending time with him and watching him grow has been the best adventure! I am a massive foodie and love to try new foods; I will watch ANY cooking show and have a go at cooking new recipes for friends and family. I have always been a big sports fan (playing many sports in my younger years) and I will usually be found watching most sports on TV or running (usually late) to the gym. My biggest life goal is to see the world and travel to as many different places as I can.

Mrs C Crawford

Year 1 Teaching Assistant

I'm Mrs Crawford, I’ve worked at Lingey house for 15 years and find my role as HLTA very rewarding. My passion is early reading and phonics as I believe reading is the good foundation to a good education. It gives me great pleasure to see our children thrive when learning to read, then developing a love of reading for pleasure.

I have two grown-up daughters and really enjoy spending time with my family. In my spare time, I find there’s nothing better than relaxing with a good book.

Mrs R Adams-Ratheram

Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Hi my name is Rachel, I’ve worked at Lingey House Primary as a teaching assistant since September 2022, working mainly between EYFS and KS1. Previously, I have had extensive experience of supporting speech and language therapists to deliver a variety of interventions. This is something which I’m very passionate about, supporting children to develop their early communication skills.

I live with my husband and my cat. I am a huge animal person and would love a household full of animals if I had the space! In my spare time, I enjoy going on holidays, spending time with my family and friends and going for long walks.

Miss N Hughes

Year 1 Teaching Assistant & OPAL Team Member

Hi, my name is Miss Hughes and I have two roles in school. I thoroughly enjoy working in Year 1 as a teaching assistant and I'm also a proud member of the OPAL Play Team.

I have been at Lingey since March 2023 and I hope to be here for many more years! Before joining Lingey House I worked in Early Years for 6 years!

Outside of school, I love to spend time with my 9-year-old daughter. We love an adventure or two and we’re always looking for new places to explore! I also love to spend time with family and friends.

Mrs D Sutcliffe

Year 1 Teaching Assistant & OPAL Team Member

Hi my name is Mrs Sutcliffe and I joined the Lingey House family in March 2023 when I took the opportunity to become part of our amazing OPAL play team which I love.

I now enjoy 2 roles within school after moving back into the classroom as a Teaching Assistant, first in the Early Years and now within our Year 1 classes. It is a real privilege to be part of your amazing children's learning journey. I love it when I'm there for a "breakthrough moment", when you see a child realise they've cracked - there is no better feeling!

Outside of school, I'm a mum to Ollie and Evalyn who are in Year 8 and Year 6 and have taught me the most important things in life. We have our furry friends Martha and Billina, the funniest and cuddliest cats ever. You will usually find us outdoors using our national trust membership (Gibside is our happy place) and at the stables where my daughter rides. We also enjoy movie nights, making pizzas and time with family. I love being in nature and out of the fast lane whenever I can. It's the simple things that bring me joy.

Before joining Lingey House, I worked in Gateshead schools for 5 years. Before that I was in veterinary practice for 22 years helping to look after the North Easts pets, hand rearing orphans and bringing home waifs and strays. I've enjoyed every job I've had and hope to be working with the amazing children, staff and parents of Lingey House for many years to come.

Miss O Wallace

Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Hello, my name is Miss Wallace I just joined the Lingey House team as a Teaching assistant in April. Before coming to Lingey House, I worked as a special needs support coach for children of all different ages, helping them gain independence and confidence.

I currently work throughout the school supporting in classrooms and I absolutely love it, I am extremely passionate about making school a safe and rewarding place where children can flourish.

As some of the children already know, I absolutely love a good chitchat. However, I am always there with an open ear if anything is on your mind. Children feeling heard and respected is extremely important.

Out of school you can find me spending time with my little family, we love being outdoors, especially at the beach with our English bulldog Sergeant, he’s well known for taking me for a walk and not the other way round! We also love going on new adventures and travelling to different countries all over the world.

Mr L Bloomfield

Y2A Class Teacher & Geography Lead

I'm Mr Bloomfield, I have been working at Lingey house for 5 years now and have taught in years 4, 3 and 2 where I have been for the last two years. Currently, I am Geography lead at Lingey House (a subject I loved when I was at school!). I want to develop children's geographical knowledge and skills allowing them to have a deeper understanding of the world we live in.

When I'm not at work, I love playing and watching sports in my spare time, including football - I’m a huge Newcastle fan! I also enjoy running and trying to play golf (but I’m not very good). I also love athletics and quite often spend my summer holidays working at athletics events all around the world!

Mrs S McCallum

Year 2B Class Teacher & Music Lead

I am Mrs McCallum. I am new to Year 2 this year, but I have been teaching at Lingey House for 9 years. Currently, I lead music across school. We want our pupils to be able to know and explore a wide range of instruments and musical genres. We are promoting a love of music through the delivery of a range of after-school music clubs. Music is a passion of mine; I can play the flute and I am currently learning how to play the piano. Alongside music, I enjoy maths, history and PE, particularly when it’s hockey.

After school and in the holidays, I enjoy spending time with my family and walking my dog along the coast.

Mrs S Conlin

Y4B Teaching Assistant

My name is Susan Conlin, I've been a Teaching Assistant for 18 years. Throughout my career, I have a wealth of experience supporting a wide range of children of all ages and needs. I have been at Lingey House for nearly 4 years. I’m currently in year 2, supporting children and delivering a wide range of interventions.

Outside of school I love spending time with my family, I’m married with children and grandchildren and I’m also a kinship carer. Other things I enjoy are reading, walking, spending time with friends and enjoy visiting different cities.

Miss B Mather

Year 2 Teaching Assistant

My name is Britney Mather and if you're looking for me look no further than Year 2! I joined Lingey House as a level 3 teaching assistant in September 2023 at an exciting time.

Outside of school, I am a dance teacher and therefore have a great passion for the arts and integrating them into school life. This year I have choreographed the dance festival and took the children to the Sage Gateshead to showcase our work. Alongside this, I also run dance club for both KS1 and KS2 children. I enjoy everything sport related and love to help children get involved as much as possible.

Mrs S Iley

Year 2 Teaching Assistant

My name is Suzanne Iley I have been working at Lingey House Primary as a Teaching Assistant in Early Years for 18 years now. This year I have a new challenge, and you'll find me in Year 2. I love being a part of the school team, supporting children in their learning.

I have lots of interests, I enjoy Arts and Crafts, which led to me running an after-school club with different year groups. I have three boys who all came to this school. In my spare time I like going on holiday with my husband and family. My hobbies include reading, walking and eating out.

Lower Key Stage 2 Team

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Mrs M Flowdy Assistant Head & Year 3A Teacher	Hello I’m Michaela Flowdy, Assistant Headteacher, I’ve worked at Lingey House for 8 years - mainly in KS2, but this year I am in Year 3. I am strategic English Lead, Formative Assessment Lead and more recently, Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) Lead which has been an exciting journey so far! Currently, I’m completing my Forest School training and I’m looking forward to introducing more outdoor learning opportunities. I am married with two young children; on a weekend we can usually be found at the beach or in a forest. I also love singing and music but only ever in the audience due to my lack of singing abilities and rhythm (although any children I’ve taught will tell you my lack of talent in this area doesn’t stop me!)
Mrs B Lynn Teacher - Cover 4B/3A Monday/Tuesday	My name is Mrs Lynn and I joined Lingey House Primary School in February. I’ve previously taught in Year 2 but this year I am teaching in years three and four covering non-contact time and I share a class with Mrs Jackson in year five. I have loved my time here so far and can’t wait to meet new pupils in September. My favourite subjects to teach are English and Spanish as I studied languages at university. Outside of school, I love exploring new places with my husband. We have recently bought a house and have spent the last two years renovating. I enjoy finding new recipes and cooking in my new kitchen!
Mr M Rippon Year 3B Class Teacher & PE Lead	I’m Mr Rippon and I have been teaching at Lingey House for 5 years. I currently lead Physical Education across school and want to develop the sports opportunities we offer our pupils. I am always trying to encourage pupils to be more active by offering enrichment opportunities at Lingey House and organising participation in local sports festivals. My favourite subject is maths and love to be challenged on Times Table Rock Stars as I’m a little competitive! In my spare time, I love enjoy going for walks with my wife and my 2-year-old Cavapoo. I like to be on the go and have an active lifestyle as I love participating in sports such as running, playing tennis and going to the gym.
Mrs F Moyle Year 3 Teaching Assistant	Hello, my name is Mrs Moyle I work at Lingey House Primary School as an HTLA. I qualified as a Teaching Assistant, fourteen years ago working with children of all ages. At my previous school I was OPAL Curriculum Lead, which is one of the reasons why I applied for the role at Lingley House. I am a big supporter of OPAL in schools and see the benefit it has to offer all children. I thoroughly enjoyed my first year working in Y5, the highlights being Harry Potter lessons, camping and taking the children swimming. I am looking forward to working in Year 3 this year. I am kept busy outside of school with my two daughters and a dog called Bess. She makes sure I hit my step count. I have a huge passion for ART, visiting galleries and going to the theatre. My favourites being Hamilton, Wicked and Six.
Mrs K Wood Year 3 Teaching Assistant	Hi, my name is Kym Wood and I am a teaching assistant at Lingey House. I have worked in our school for approximately 12 years. In this time, I also worked as a lunchtime supervisor, as first-aider and a volunteer. I am also involved with OPAL team which I really enjoy being part of. I have been married to my husband for over 27 years, have two children and a dog named Willow. I have a background in art and design and enjoy many creative hobbies. I particularly enjoy making and building things.
Mrs H Goulty-Brown Year 4A Class Teacher & RE Lead	I’m Mrs Goulty-Brown and I’ve been teaching at Lingey House for nearly 7 years. I lead RE across the school which is really interesting. I love English and I am a bit of a bookworm. Whenever I get a spare minute, I love to read. When I am not at school, I am kept busy with my 11-year-old son and 2-year-old dog (plus a husband!) We enjoy long walks either in the countryside or at the beach and finding new places to explore.
Miss A Hewitt Year 4B Class Teacher & PSHE Lead	My name is Abbie Hewitt and I have worked at Lingey House since 2015. During my time here, I have worked in Year 3, 4, 5 and Nursery. I love being part of the Lingey House family and seeing the children discover who they are and a passion for learning. I love to have fun, joke about, chat, sing and dance – many of my past pupils know my true destiny was to be the sixth member of the Spice Girls. I am the PSHCE lead in school, a subject I am very passionate about. I believe it is so important to help our children develop the skills and attitudes needed to become flourishing members of society. Much of what we do here is to support children in becoming the best that they can be, both now and in their lives beyond Lingey House. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my partner and our daughter. I am also a keen foodie and love dining out at different restaurants and cafes. I am a believer that not much beats a coffee and a cake break! I also enjoy listening to podcasts, watching TV and meeting up with friends and family.
Mrs C Martin Year 4 Teaching Assistant	Hi, my name is Christine Martin and I have worked at Lingey House since September 2001. I previously worked as a Legal Secretary but when I had my two girls and they started school, I was asked if I would like to help out in school. I loved what I was doing with the children and studied as a Nursery Nurse. My role at Lingey House is HLTA, I'm mainly based in Year 4 every morning and cover PPA with classes from Year 2 to Year 6 every afternoon. I am also responsible for first aid in school and have been a first-aider for a number of years. Out of school my weekends are taken up with being with my family which I absolutely love. I'm a mother of two girls and grandmother of three. My husband and I also enjoy going on long walks to keep us active.
Mrs L Brunnock Year 4 Teaching Assistant	My name is Lynda Brunnock, I currently work in Reception Class A within Early years. I have worked at Lingey House since last September and I am enjoying being part of the team here. I've been a teaching assistant for 17 years working across all age ranges within the primary setting. When not at school, I love to bake at weekends and holidays. I also enjoy spending time with my two grandsons who keep me very busy.
Mrs K Dellow Year 3B Teaching Assistant	I am Kathy Dellow, and I have worked at Lingey House Primary for seventeen years. In my role as a Teaching Assistant, I have worked in group almost every year, usually one to one with the children and also taking various year groups to the Heworth Pool for swimming lessons. I am a member of the OPAL Play Team and at the moment I am trying to re-introduce old-fashioned school yard games that have been lost over the years. I enjoy running after-school clubs in art and knitting and making costumes for Drama Club and family assemblies. At weekends, I enjoy spending time with my family. I love nature and gardening and have lots of other hobbies to keep me busy.

Role

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Mrs M Flowdy

Assistant Head & Year 3A Teacher

Hello I’m Michaela Flowdy, Assistant Headteacher, I’ve worked at Lingey House for 8 years - mainly in KS2, but this year I am in Year 3. I am strategic English Lead, Formative Assessment Lead and more recently, Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) Lead which has been an exciting journey so far! Currently, I’m completing my Forest School training and I’m looking forward to introducing more outdoor learning opportunities.

I am married with two young children; on a weekend we can usually be found at the beach or in a forest. I also love singing and music but only ever in the audience due to my lack of singing abilities and rhythm (although any children I’ve taught will tell you my lack of talent in this area doesn’t stop me!)

Mrs B Lynn

Teacher - Cover 4B/3A Monday/Tuesday

My name is Mrs Lynn and I joined Lingey House Primary School in February. I’ve previously taught in Year 2 but this year I am teaching in years three and four covering non-contact time and I share a class with Mrs Jackson in year five. I have loved my time here so far and can’t wait to meet new pupils in September.

My favourite subjects to teach are English and Spanish as I studied languages at university.

Outside of school, I love exploring new places with my husband. We have recently bought a house and have spent the last two years renovating. I enjoy finding new recipes and cooking in my new kitchen!

Mr M Rippon

Year 3B Class Teacher & PE Lead

I’m Mr Rippon and I have been teaching at Lingey House for 5 years. I currently lead Physical Education across school and want to develop the sports opportunities we offer our pupils. I am always trying to encourage pupils to be more active by offering enrichment opportunities at Lingey House and organising participation in local sports festivals. My favourite subject is maths and love to be challenged on Times Table Rock Stars as I’m a little competitive!

In my spare time, I love enjoy going for walks with my wife and my 2-year-old Cavapoo. I like to be on the go and have an active lifestyle as I love participating in sports such as running, playing tennis and going to the gym.

Mrs F Moyle

Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Hello, my name is Mrs Moyle I work at Lingey House Primary School as an HTLA. I qualified as a Teaching Assistant, fourteen years ago working with children of all ages. At my previous school I was OPAL Curriculum Lead, which is one of the reasons why I applied for the role at Lingley House. I am a big supporter of OPAL in schools and see the benefit it has to offer all children.

I thoroughly enjoyed my first year working in Y5, the highlights being Harry Potter lessons, camping and taking the children swimming. I am looking forward to working in Year 3 this year.

I am kept busy outside of school with my two daughters and a dog called Bess. She makes sure I hit my step count. I have a huge passion for ART, visiting galleries and going to the theatre. My favourites being Hamilton, Wicked and Six.

Mrs K Wood

Year 3 Teaching Assistant

Hi, my name is Kym Wood and I am a teaching assistant at Lingey House. I have worked in our school for approximately 12 years. In this time, I also worked as a lunchtime supervisor, as first-aider and a volunteer.

I am also involved with OPAL team which I really enjoy being part of. I have been married to my husband for over 27 years, have two children and a dog named Willow. I have a background in art and design and enjoy many creative hobbies. I particularly enjoy making and building things.

Mrs H Goulty-Brown

Year 4A Class Teacher & RE Lead

I’m Mrs Goulty-Brown and I’ve been teaching at Lingey House for nearly 7 years. I lead RE across the school which is really interesting. I love English and I am a bit of a bookworm.

Whenever I get a spare minute, I love to read. When I am not at school, I am kept busy with my 11-year-old son and 2-year-old dog (plus a husband!) We enjoy long walks either in the countryside or at the beach and finding new places to explore.

Miss A Hewitt

Year 4B Class Teacher & PSHE Lead

My name is Abbie Hewitt and I have worked at Lingey House since 2015. During my time here, I have worked in Year 3, 4, 5 and Nursery. I love being part of the Lingey House family and seeing the children discover who they are and a passion for learning. I love to have fun, joke about, chat, sing and dance – many of my past pupils know my true destiny was to be the sixth member of the Spice Girls.

I am the PSHCE lead in school, a subject I am very passionate about. I believe it is so important to help our children develop the skills and attitudes needed to become flourishing members of society. Much of what we do here is to support children in becoming the best that they can be, both now and in their lives beyond Lingey House.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my partner and our daughter. I am also a keen foodie and love dining out at different restaurants and cafes. I am a believer that not much beats a coffee and a cake break! I also enjoy listening to podcasts, watching TV and meeting up with friends and family.

Mrs C Martin

Year 4 Teaching Assistant

Hi, my name is Christine Martin and I have worked at Lingey House since September 2001. I previously worked as a Legal Secretary but when I had my two girls and they started school, I was asked if I would like to help out in school. I loved what I was doing with the children and studied as a Nursery Nurse.

My role at Lingey House is HLTA, I'm mainly based in Year 4 every morning and cover PPA with classes from Year 2 to Year 6 every afternoon. I am also responsible for first aid in school and have been a first-aider for a number of years.

Out of school my weekends are taken up with being with my family which I absolutely love. I'm a mother of two girls and grandmother of three. My husband and I also enjoy going on long walks to keep us active.

Mrs L Brunnock

Year 4 Teaching Assistant

My name is Lynda Brunnock, I currently work in Reception Class A within Early years. I have worked at Lingey House since last September and I am enjoying being part of the team here. I've been a teaching assistant for 17 years working across all age ranges within the primary setting.

When not at school, I love to bake at weekends and holidays. I also enjoy spending time with my two grandsons who keep me very busy.

Mrs K Dellow

Year 3B Teaching Assistant

I am Kathy Dellow, and I have worked at Lingey House Primary for seventeen years. In my role as a Teaching Assistant, I have worked in group almost every year, usually one to one with the children and also taking various year groups to the Heworth Pool for swimming lessons.

I am a member of the OPAL Play Team and at the moment I am trying to re-introduce old-fashioned school yard games that have been lost over the years. I enjoy running after-school clubs in art and knitting and making costumes for Drama Club and family assemblies.

At weekends, I enjoy spending time with my family. I love nature and gardening and have lots of other hobbies to keep me busy.

Upper Key Stage 2 Team

Role	All about me...
Mrs J Jackson Deputy Head & Part-time Y5A Teacher Monday-Wednesday	Hello My name is Joanne Jackson and I have worked at Lingey House for over 26 years teaching in all year groups from Nursery to Year 6. I have had lots of roles during my time here and I have loved them all. My passions are maths, puzzles and the outdoors. I love leading assemblies in school, especially the achievement ones, as it is wonderful to celebrate all the different things that our children do throughout the week. I live in Newcastle and have 2 grown-up boys and two cats. I love reading, cooking and spending time in my garden and going on walks.
Mrs B Lynn Y5A Class Teacher - Thursday/Friday	My name is Mrs Lynn and I joined Lingey House Primary School in February. I’ve previously taught in Year 2 but this year I am teaching in years three and four covering non-contact time and I share a class with Mrs Jackson in year five. I have loved my time here so far and can’t wait to meet new pupils in September. My favourite subjects to teach are English and Spanish as I studied languages at university. Outside of school, I love exploring new places with my husband. We have recently bought a house and have spent the last two years renovating. I enjoy finding new recipes and cooking in my new kitchen!
Miss F Langman Year 5B Class Teacher & Computing Lead	Hello everyone! My name is Miss Langman. I am currently in my third year of teaching at Lingey House Primary school, currently based in Year 5. I am extremely dedicated to creating a safe and kind classroom environment which facilitates fun and engaging learning, alongside the creation of memorable moments. I am currently computing lead. My interest in computing stems from my belief that technology is shaping our children’s future and to excel in future life, they need to know how to navigate such technology safely and effectively. In my free time, I enjoy training with my karate and football team, singing my heart out in the car, baking (although the food often ends up burnt!) and going for long hikes with my family. If you ever have any concerns or worries, please do not hesitate to come and speak to me, my door is always open.
Mrs A Masson Y5 Teaching Assistant & School Mental First Aider	My name is Amanda Masson I am an HLTA and have worked at Lingey House for 11 years. I currently work in Year 5 supporting children in class during morning sessions, then spend my afternoons working with different children doing Mental Health and Maths interventions. I am massively invested in the Mental Health of our pupils and adults in school. We support our pupils to ensure they are mentally fit and ready to access their learning. When I'm not at work and during the holidays, I love spending time with family and catching up with friends. I have four children and we enjoy going on holidays, out for meals and long walks.
Mrs D Gray Year 5 Teaching Assistant	My name is Mrs Gray and I have worked as a TA at Lingey House for over twenty years. Over those twenty years I have gained a lot of experience, having worked in all year groups from nursery up to year 6. My favourite lessons are maths and history as I like learning about the past. I also enjoy delivering Forest School after school club, it is lovely to see our children explore the outdoors and develop their confidence. Out of school, I like to spend time with my family and friends. I also really enjoy gardening as I find it very therapeutic.
Mrs E Lillie Year 6A Class Teacher & English Lead	My name is Mrs Lillie, I have worked at Lingey House Primary School for a year, but I have a broad experience of KS2 from my previous teaching roles. I am currently teaching in Year 6 and share my class with Mrs Watson. I love teaching lots of different subjects such as Maths, PE and Art. I Lead Art at Lingey House and I really want to promote a range of skills in our curriculum as well as developing pupils knowledge and understanding of a range of artists and techniques they use. When I am not teaching, I spend lots of time with my husband, son and daughter. We enjoy camping, going to the beach, swimming and paddleboarding.
Miss Z McCulloch Year 6B Class Teacher & Maths Lead	I am Zarah McCulloch and I am the class teacher of 6B. I have been teaching for 9 years. This is my second year at Lingey House Primary School. Currently, I am the Science and Math lead. I particularly love maths and see it as a crucial part of the school curriculum. Art, creative writing and MFL are also subjects that I am fond of both inside and outside the classroom. Outside of school, I enjoy swimming with my daughter once a week, baking (I’m not very good, but I find it fun!) and spending time with my friends and family.
Mrs G Wrightson Assistant Head & Year 6 Teacher	My name is Gemma Wrightson I have worked at Lingey House for 20 years, and it has been a pleasure to do so! I love working with the local community and our families; some of the children I taught when I first started at Lingey House are now bringing their own children to school! I have thoroughly enjoyed the challenges and experiences this role has thrown at me over the years. In my role as Assistant Head Teacher, my current responsibilities include Maths, Summative Assessment, Pupil Premium, and I'm one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads. As part of my role, I try to ensure that school effectively uses funding to provide our pupils with rich and varied learning experiences. Outside of school I love spending time with my husband and two sons. We are a footy mad family who enjoy going to watch Newcastle United at St James Park. In my spare time I enjoy eating out, travelling, cooking and when I've got time I like to relax and read a good book!
Mrs L Burrell Year 6 Teaching Assistant	Hi, my name is Lesley Burrell I started working at Lingey House in April 2024. I previously worked as at teaching assistant in another school for 20 years, I qualified as a higher-level teaching assistant in 2009. I love working and supporting children in school it is a very rewarding job as it is a privilege to be able to see how they all progress and grow throughout the years. I strongly believe we need to take time to talk to our children and that their mental health comes first. A happy child always receives the most from what school has to offer! I am married and have two children (one being a certain someone you all may know) one grandchild and another due to be born in September. In my spare time I love cooking, spending quality time with my family and taking our dog Monty on long walks in the country or at the beach.
Mr T Burrell Year 6 Teaching Assistant, OPAL Play Lead and Sports Coach	Hi everyone, I'm Mr Burrell! I have worked at Lingey House since 2018. I was originally an external sports coach, known to a lot of the children quite simply as Tom. In May 2022 I was offered the chance to join the Lingey House team, taking on the role as a Sports Coach and OPAL play lead. I have an absolute passion for all things sporty; I am thrilled that I was given the opportunity to continue coaching as well as taking on the new role of Opal play lead. This was completely new to me and has definitely been a challenge. However, seeing our children happy and smiling whilst enjoying the freedom to play makes it all worthwhile! Outside of school, you will most likely see me playing football, watching football or talking about football... Howay the lads! The most important thing in my life actually, isn't football but my little family who I love to spend time with and who could forget my crazy little spaniel, Rosie.

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Mrs J Jackson

Deputy Head & Part-time Y5A Teacher Monday-Wednesday

Hello My name is Joanne Jackson and I have worked at Lingey House for over 26 years teaching in all year groups from Nursery to Year 6. I have had lots of roles during my time here and I have loved them all. My passions are maths, puzzles and the outdoors. I love leading assemblies in school, especially the achievement ones, as it is wonderful to celebrate all the different things that our children do throughout the week.

I live in Newcastle and have 2 grown-up boys and two cats. I love reading, cooking and spending time in my garden and going on walks.

Mrs B Lynn

Y5A Class Teacher - Thursday/Friday

My name is Mrs Lynn and I joined Lingey House Primary School in February. I’ve previously taught in Year 2 but this year I am teaching in years three and four covering non-contact time and I share a class with Mrs Jackson in year five. I have loved my time here so far and can’t wait to meet new pupils in September.

My favourite subjects to teach are English and Spanish as I studied languages at university.

Outside of school, I love exploring new places with my husband. We have recently bought a house and have spent the last two years renovating. I enjoy finding new recipes and cooking in my new kitchen!

Miss F Langman

Year 5B Class Teacher & Computing Lead

Hello everyone! My name is Miss Langman. I am currently in my third year of teaching at Lingey House Primary school, currently based in Year 5. I am extremely dedicated to creating a safe and kind classroom environment which facilitates fun and engaging learning, alongside the creation of memorable moments.

I am currently computing lead. My interest in computing stems from my belief that technology is shaping our children’s future and to excel in future life, they need to know how to navigate such technology safely and effectively.

In my free time, I enjoy training with my karate and football team, singing my heart out in the car, baking (although the food often ends up burnt!) and going for long hikes with my family.

If you ever have any concerns or worries, please do not hesitate to come and speak to me, my door is always open.

Mrs A Masson

Y5 Teaching Assistant & School Mental First Aider

My name is Amanda Masson I am an HLTA and have worked at Lingey House for 11 years.

I currently work in Year 5 supporting children in class during morning sessions, then spend my afternoons working with different children doing Mental Health and Maths interventions. I am massively invested in the Mental Health of our pupils and adults in school. We support our pupils to ensure they are mentally fit and ready to access their learning.

When I'm not at work and during the holidays, I love spending time with family and catching up with friends. I have four children and we enjoy going on holidays, out for meals and long walks.

Mrs D Gray

Year 5 Teaching Assistant

My name is Mrs Gray and I have worked as a TA at Lingey House for over twenty years. Over those twenty years I have gained a lot of experience, having worked in all year groups from nursery up to year 6. My favourite lessons are maths and history as I like learning about the past. I also enjoy delivering Forest School after school club, it is lovely to see our children explore the outdoors and develop their confidence.

Out of school, I like to spend time with my family and friends. I also really enjoy gardening as I find it very therapeutic.

Mrs E Lillie

Year 6A Class Teacher & English Lead

My name is Mrs Lillie, I have worked at Lingey House Primary School for a year, but I have a broad experience of KS2 from my previous teaching roles. I am currently teaching in Year 6 and share my class with Mrs Watson. I love teaching lots of different subjects such as Maths, PE and Art. I Lead Art at Lingey House and I really want to promote a range of skills in our curriculum as well as developing pupils knowledge and understanding of a range of artists and techniques they use.

When I am not teaching, I spend lots of time with my husband, son and daughter. We enjoy camping, going to the beach, swimming and paddleboarding.

Miss Z McCulloch

Year 6B Class Teacher & Maths Lead

I am Zarah McCulloch and I am the class teacher of 6B. I have been teaching for 9 years. This is my second year at Lingey House Primary School. Currently, I am the Science and Math lead. I particularly love maths and see it as a crucial part of the school curriculum. Art, creative writing and MFL are also subjects that I am fond of both inside and outside the classroom.

Outside of school, I enjoy swimming with my daughter once a week, baking (I’m not very good, but I find it fun!) and spending time with my friends and family.

Mrs G Wrightson

Assistant Head & Year 6 Teacher

My name is Gemma Wrightson I have worked at Lingey House for 20 years, and it has been a pleasure to do so! I love working with the local community and our families; some of the children I taught when I first started at Lingey House are now bringing their own children to school!

I have thoroughly enjoyed the challenges and experiences this role has thrown at me over the years. In my role as Assistant Head Teacher, my current responsibilities include Maths, Summative Assessment, Pupil Premium, and I'm one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads. As part of my role, I try to ensure that school effectively uses funding to provide our pupils with rich and varied learning experiences.

Outside of school I love spending time with my husband and two sons. We are a footy mad family who enjoy going to watch Newcastle United at St James Park. In my spare time I enjoy eating out, travelling, cooking and when I've got time I like to relax and read a good book!

Mrs L Burrell

Year 6 Teaching Assistant

Hi, my name is Lesley Burrell I started working at Lingey House in April 2024. I previously worked as at teaching assistant in another school for 20 years, I qualified as a higher-level teaching assistant in 2009.

I love working and supporting children in school it is a very rewarding job as it is a privilege to be able to see how they all progress and grow throughout the years. I strongly believe we need to take time to talk to our children and that their mental health comes first. A happy child always receives the most from what school has to offer!

I am married and have two children (one being a certain someone you all may know) one grandchild and another due to be born in September. In my spare time I love cooking, spending quality time with my family and taking our dog Monty on long walks in the country or at the beach.

Mr T Burrell

Year 6 Teaching Assistant, OPAL Play Lead and Sports Coach

Hi everyone, I'm Mr Burrell! I have worked at Lingey House since 2018. I was originally an external sports coach, known to a lot of the children quite simply as Tom.

In May 2022 I was offered the chance to join the Lingey House team, taking on the role as a Sports Coach and OPAL play lead. I have an absolute passion for all things sporty; I am thrilled that I was given the opportunity to continue coaching as well as taking on the new role of Opal play lead. This was completely new to me and has definitely been a challenge. However, seeing our children happy and smiling whilst enjoying the freedom to play makes it all worthwhile!

Outside of school, you will most likely see me playing football, watching football or talking about football... Howay the lads! The most important thing in my life actually, isn't football but my little family who I love to spend time with and who could forget my crazy little spaniel, Rosie.

Family Support Team

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Hanna Morgala-Finlay Family Support Worker	My name is Hannah, I am one of the Family Support Workers at Lingey House, I have worked here for about two years. I have the pleasure of working across the whole school and with our parents/carers. My role in school is to offer support and advice to our families, to support them with any worries they may have in relation to their child's well-being, behaviour or education. I can meet with families at school or at home, at a time that suits you. I enjoy meeting our families for a cuppa and always have biscuits. I live within the local area and I have two boys, which is where most of my free time goes. They enjoy football, baking and swimming, which takes up most of our spare time on weekends. My hobbies include family time, meeting friends, going for food, and relaxing watching TV.

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Hanna Morgala-Finlay

Family Support Worker

My name is Hannah, I am one of the Family Support Workers at Lingey House, I have worked here for about two years. I have the pleasure of working across the whole school and with our parents/carers.

My role in school is to offer support and advice to our families, to support them with any worries they may have in relation to their child's well-being, behaviour or education. I can meet with families at school or at home, at a time that suits you. I enjoy meeting our families for a cuppa and always have biscuits.

I live within the local area and I have two boys, which is where most of my free time goes. They enjoy football, baking and swimming, which takes up most of our spare time on weekends. My hobbies include family time, meeting friends, going for food, and relaxing watching TV.

Administration Team

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Natalie Johnson Admin Office	My name is Nat Johnson, I am the Admin Officer at Lingey House, my role includes greeting parents and visitors in the school office and keeping our IT systems up to date, along with ensuring that resources are available for staff and students. Outside of school, I am married with a little boy, who fills my time with nature walks, dinosaur and dragon hunts, superheroes, baking, crafts and days out, the muddier the better! I enjoy going to the theatre especially to see musicals, reading and spending time with my nieces and nephews.
Miss S Cranston Administrator	My name is Sheryl Cranston, I am an Admin Assistant and a Play Team Member. I have worked at Lingey House for 7 years. Seeing the children growing up from starting their journey in nursery is the best bit of my job. Listening to them tell me their thoughts and stories makes me laugh every day! I have a 14 year old son, who attended Lingey House and he achieved so much during his time here. In my spare time I like listening to music, shopping and spending time with my family.
Mrs N Dixon Business Administration Apprentice	My name is Natalie Dixon and I am the Business Administration Apprentice in the school office. I have worked at Lingey House since January and I'm enjoying the role so far. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, I have two children who both attend our school. We also have two dogs who keep us entertained.

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Natalie Johnson

Admin Office

My name is Nat Johnson, I am the Admin Officer at Lingey House, my role includes greeting parents and visitors in the school office and keeping our IT systems up to date, along with ensuring that resources are available for staff and students.

Outside of school, I am married with a little boy, who fills my time with nature walks, dinosaur and dragon hunts, superheroes, baking, crafts and days out, the muddier the better! I enjoy going to the theatre especially to see musicals, reading and spending time with my nieces and nephews.

Miss S Cranston

Administrator

My name is Sheryl Cranston, I am an Admin Assistant and a Play Team Member. I have worked at Lingey House for 7 years.

Seeing the children growing up from starting their journey in nursery is the best bit of my job. Listening to them tell me their thoughts and stories makes me laugh every day!

I have a 14 year old son, who attended Lingey House and he achieved so much during his time here. In my spare time I like listening to music, shopping and spending time with my family.

Mrs N Dixon

Business Administration Apprentice

My name is Natalie Dixon and I am the Business Administration Apprentice in the school office. I have worked at Lingey House since January and I'm enjoying the role so far.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, I have two children who both attend our school. We also have two dogs who keep us entertained.

Outdoor Play & Learning Team - OPAL

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Mr T Burrell OPAL Play Lead and Sports Coach	Hi everyone, I'm Mr Burrell! I have worked at Lingey House since 2018. I was originally an external sports coach, known to a lot of the children quite simply as Tom. In May 2022 I was offered the chance to join the Lingey House team, taking on the role as a Sports Coach and OPAL play lead. I have an absolute passion for all things sporty; I am thrilled that I was given the opportunity to continue coaching as well as taking on the new role of Opal play lead. This was a completely new to me and has definitely been a challenge. However, seeing our children happy and smiling, whilst enjoying the freedom to play makes it all worthwhile! Outside of school you would most likely see me playing football, watching football or talking about football... Howay the lads! The most important thing in my life actually isn't football but my little family who I love to spend time with and who could forget my crazy little spaniel, Rosie.
Mrs A Banks Play Team Member	Hello I am Mrs Banks. I am the midday supervisor for school lunches at Lingey House. I have worked in school for 38 years and I love working with the children at Lingey House. I like OPAL because our children have lots to play with and use their imagination to make up their own games and decide what to play with. It allows them to challenge themselves and promotes decision-making. Outside of school, I like walking with my dog and spending time with my family. I also like working in my garden.
Mrs H Botcherby Play Team Member	Hello everyone, I am Mrs Botcherby. I started working at Lingey House in 2017 as a lunchtime supervisory assistant. In 2022 OPAL was set up and I developed my role becoming a play team member. OPAL has made a big difference to the children and it is lovely to see them trying different activities. I love to see the children dressing up, singing and making up dances. Outside of school I love sewing, crafting and I also like to go and watch marching jazz bands as it was a very big part of my childhood. My family is expanding and I am going to be a Nana for the first time. I am very excited!
Miss L Brown Play Team Member	Hi my name is Miss Brown I’ve been a part of OPAL for over a year now. Before I joined as aplayteam member I was a teaching assistant at a local primary school. I love to be out on the yard and getting involved with all parts of OPAL with such an amazing team and the children. I love digging for treasure up in the mud pit, making forts and castles in the sandpit and seeing the children happy, smiling and enjoying their play. Outside of school, I love to spend time with my two daughters and little black cat, having family days out at the weekends.
Miss S Cranston Play Team Member	My name is Sheryl, I am an Admin Assistant and Play Team Leader at lunchtime. I have worked at Lingey House for 5 ½ years, seeing the children growing up from starting their journey in Nursery is one of the best bits of my job! Listening to them tell their stories makes me laugh every day. I have a 13-year-old son who attended Lingey House; he achieved so much in his time here. In my spare time I enjoy listening to music, shopping and spending time with my son.
Miss N Hughes Play Team Member	Hi, I'm Miss Huges, and I'm quite new to Lingey House. I joined the school in May this year. Before I joined the school, I worked with tiny babies in a local private nursery. I have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of such an amazing OPAL team. It is so rewarding to see how happy our children are, mainly when they're thick of mud! I love to see children using their imagination and this is what OPAL is all about. Outside of school I spend my time with my little girl, who is 8. We attend Newcastle matches and we also love to go on exciting adventures together too.
Mrs M Newby Play Team Member	Hi, my name is Mrs Newby. My role is lunchtime supervisory assistant and I've worked at Lingey House since 2017. I am also an OPAL play team member, which, in my eyes, has been a great success in school. You just need to look at the change it has brought for the children. They get so excited when talking about their favourite play area and having the whole school grounds to explore, learning something new while having fun. OPAL play has been a fab addition to Lingey house and with time, can only get better. Before I joined Lingey House, I previously worked as a senior carer for 8 years. In my free time I like to read, paint and ride my bike with my husband and two sons - just loving the great outdoors!
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Miss J Stringer Play Team Member	Hi I’m Miss Stringer. I’m still quite new to school, I started my role last February. My role is plat team member. I really enjoy it, it’s really rewarding to see how happy our children are during OPAL play times. Its great to see the children using their imagination and having lots of fun. I’m proud to be a member of the team at Lingey House as my three children have all attended. Outside of school, I love spending time with my family. On weekends I love going on long walks and reading a good book.
Mrs D Sutcliffe Play Team Member	Hi my name is Mrs Sutcliffe and I joined the Lingey House family in March 2023 when I took the opportunity to become part of our amazing OPAL play team which I love. I now enjoy 2 roles within school after moving back into the classroom as a Teaching Assistant, first in the Early Years and now within our Year 1 classes. It is a real privilege to be part of your amazing children's learning journey. I love it when I'm there for a "breakthrough moment", when you see a child realise they've cracked - there is no better feeling! Outside of school, I'm a mum to Ollie and Evalyn who are in Year 8 and Year 6 and have taught me the most important things in life. We have our furry friends Martha and Billina, the funniest and cuddliest cats ever. You will usually find us outdoors using our national trust membership (Gibside is our happy place) and at the stables where my daughter rides. We also enjoy movie nights, making pizzas and time with family. I love being in nature and out of the fast lane whenever I can. It's the simple things that bring me joy. Before joining Lingey House, I worked in Gateshead schools for 5 years. Before that I was in veterinary practice for 22 years helping to look after the North Easts pets, hand rearing orphans and bringing home waifs and strays. I've enjoyed every job I've had and hope to be working with the amazing children, staff and parents of Lingey House for many years to come.
Miss J Wilson Play Team Member	My name is Mrs Wilson and I'm a Level 3 TA. I am currently based in Reception, and I love helping children to learn and grow. I have a lot of experience outdoors as part of the OPAL team, so I love being creative, active, and learning through play with the rest of the children in the school every lunchtime! In my spare time I love spending time at home with my Husband and two sons! We love going on holidays, listening to music & baking! Most of my whole family attended Lingey House, including myself and my two sons. Now I am so privileged to be part of helping your children build up the skills that they will use for a lifetime!

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Mr T Burrell

OPAL Play Lead and Sports Coach

Hi everyone, I'm Mr Burrell! I have worked at Lingey House since 2018. I was originally an external sports coach, known to a lot of the children quite simply as Tom.

In May 2022 I was offered the chance to join the Lingey House team, taking on the role as a Sports Coach and OPAL play lead. I have an absolute passion for all things sporty; I am thrilled that I was given the opportunity to continue coaching as well as taking on the new role of Opal play lead. This was a completely new to me and has definitely been a challenge. However, seeing our children happy and smiling, whilst enjoying the freedom to play makes it all worthwhile!

Outside of school you would most likely see me playing football, watching football or talking about football... Howay the lads! The most important thing in my life actually isn't football but my little family who I love to spend time with and who could forget my crazy little spaniel, Rosie.

Mrs A Banks