Headteacher
Miss C Boden

Miss Boden has been headteacher at St Mary's since 2018. Buddy has been head dog at St Mary's since 2021 when he was introduced as a school dog in order to support children returning after Covid. He is part of the Dog Mentor programme and well known and loved by the pupils.

Children love training Buddy, and attending meditation, plus Fashion, Book Clubs and School Council.

Reception

Miss Maffia

Miss Maffia is new to St Mary's in 2025. We welcome her warmly to our school family and to our beautiful EYFS unit, where she will be teaching Reception.

Reception
Mrs Beaghan

(EYFS/KS1 Lead

Assistant Headteacher)

Mrs Beaghan has been in our St Mary's family for many years, working throughout EYFS and KS1. She gives valuable expertise in her roles and is constantly developing the EYFS unit with stimulating, innovative and nurturing provision. Children love Mrs Beaghan's Gardening Club!

Class 1
Miss Williams

Miss Williams has been with us since 2021, moving recently from Key Stage 2 to Y1. Miss Williams offers her knowledge of where the children are aiming for in KS2, and her nurturing ethos to Y1. Children love attending her Netball and Wellbeing Warrior Clubs.

Class 1 / 2 
Miss Dixon

Miss Dixon has been with us since being newly qualified, developing her expertise in EYFS and KS1. Miss Dixon is enthusiastic and kind, and sometimes brings her dog, Ernie to school too! Children love coming to her Running Club and sporting events.

Class 2
Mrs Mackey                  

Mrs Mackey has been with us for 4 years and brings her expertise in KS1 to Y2. Mrs Mackey is caring and thoughtful and dedicated to ensuring every child reaches their goals. Children love coming to her Wellbeing Club.

Class 3
Mrs Farrow

(Deputy Headteacher)

Mrs Farrow has been at St Mary's for many years, and brings her positivity and kindness to the family. Mrs Farrow knows our families well and does everything she can to support them. Children love being GIFT Chaplains and Mini Vinnies with her, and of course, singing.

Miss Tormey

Miss Tormey has been with us since being newly qualified and brings her warmth, generosity and individualised care to our children. Miss Tormey runds Running Club also with Miss Dixon, Art Club, and is passionate about healthy eating and exercise!

Class 4
Miss Irving

Miss Irving is new to us this year and brings her experience teaching across a range of schools. We welcome Miss Irving to our family, where she will be teaching in Year 4.

Class 5
Mrs Turner

Mrs Turner has been with us for some years now. She teaches on Mondays and Tuesdays, and in that time nurtures ours children beautifully and also packs in an MFL Club, which our children love!

Mrs Rawlings

 Mrs Rawlings has also been here for many years at St Mary's. She teaches from Wednesday to Friday and in that time she has high aspirations for all, caring for individuals and ensuring they reach their potential. Children love Mrs Rawlings' Nurture Club.

Class 5/6
Miss Rushin

Miss Rushin is new to us this year. We welcome her warmly into our family, where she will be teaching in Class 5 / 6.

Class 6

Mr Lord

(Assistant Headteacher 

SENCO)

Mr Lord began as a volunteer, then as a newly qualified teacher, and is currently nurturing our Year 6s! Mr Lord has high expectations and supports our children in meeting them. Children are keen to come to Football Club, Maths Club and sporting events.

 Mrs Robinson

Teacher across classes

Mrs Robinson came to us to support children after Covid, where she taught and nurtured to close the gap after lockdown. Mrs Robinson now teaches in EYFS and KS1 and brings many years of experience with high standards and care.

Miss Williams

Preschool Leader

Miss Williams has been with us for almost a year and we are lucky to have her. She loves and supports our Pre School children in the foundations of their learning.

Miss Watson

Teaching Assistant

Miss Watson has been with us for a few years and gives her all in the EYFS. She is patient, kind and dedicated.

Miss Woodhouse
Teaching Assistant

We welcome Miss Woodhouse to our family this year!

 Mrs Jones
 Teaching Assistant

Mrs Jones has been here for many years and offers years of experience in KS2, supporting the children in their learning with targeted support and class sessions. Her knowledge and experience are invaluable.

Miss Howard
Teaching Assistant

We welcome Miss Howard this year!

Mrs Harrison 
Teaching Assistant

Mrs Harrison is well known to many families through the old St Mary's Playgroup, volunteering and over the last few years as Teaching Assistant in EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Mrs Harrison has many talents, used across school!

Miss Jenkinson

Teaching Assistant

Miss Jenkinson has had a few years with us, and is an integral part of Year 2, where she supports the children, cares beautifully and helps them achieve in the warmest of ways.

Miss Tattersall 

Teaching Assistant 

Miss Tattersall will be known to some families through her work at a local nursery before joining our family at St Mary's. Miss Tattersall knows our children well and supports them with high expectations and a high level of care for all.

Mrs James
Teaching Assistant 

Mrs James has been at St Mary's for many years and has a wealth of knowledge and experience that we are lucky to have for our pupils. Mrs James knows our children well and supports them emotionally, practically and in their learning.

Mrs  Drummond

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Drummond has been with us since 2021. She too has a wealth of experience and a determination and dedication to care for every individual. Children love coming to her Nurture Club.

Mrs Whalley

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Whalley works in class in the mornings and in the office in the afternoons. She will always greet everyone with a smile, and works hard to support each individual with care.

Miss Nowell

Teaching Assistant

(Currently on Maternity Leave)

We wish Miss Nowell luck and love in her journey in motherhood.

Mrs Burge

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Burge is new to St Mary's this year. We welcome her to our family!

Mrs Yates

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Yates has been with us a short time, and in that time she has cared kindly for our children and supported them beautifully in their learning. We are looking forward to having her permanently in our family!

Mrs Morgan

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Morgan has also been with us for a short time and now we welcome her into our family permanently! We are lucky to have her patient, nurturing skills with us at St Mary's.

School Office

Mrs Townsend

School Business Manager

Mrs Townsend has been with us for a year, and we are so lucky to have her! She is calm under pressure, has an encyclopaedic knowledge of administration, and kindness to our children.

Mrs Dobson

School Administrator

Mrs Dobson has been with us for a few years and gives patience, kindness, warmth and wisdom in our lovely office team!

Mrs Whalley

School Administrator

Catering / Welfare 

 Mrs Brand

We love Mrs Brand's cooking and sense of humour at St Mary's! She is always kind to the children and takes extra care for any needs in the kitchen.

Mrs Barnes  

Mrs Barnes is friendly and kind, and works incredibly hard preparing our meals and keeping everything just right. She pays attention to children's needs and supports us all.