Staff
Mrs Hollis is our fantastic Executive Headteacher. She has dedicated her life to education and has a real passion for innovative teaching and learning. She started her career as a classroom teacher, has worked as a Foundation Stage Leader in education and is now a successful headteacher across our Federation.
Mrs Powell is our Deputy Headteacher and Special Needs Co-ordinator. She has worked in the Federation for 12 years and has experience teaching children from Reception through to Year 6. Mrs Powell works alongside Mrs Hollis to run the Federation schools and can be seen in schools each week.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact her.
Mrs Townsend is the super School Business Manager across the whole Federation and is regularly in the office at each of our four schools. She has been with us many years and began her school career here at Whittlebury Primary School.
Mrs Reeve is our Office Manager who works across the whole Federation. Mrs Reeve previously worked at Whittlebury and Gayton Primary School. She is a friendly lady who is always willing to help in any way she can.
Mrs Ginn is our Admin Assistant who works in the school office. Mrs Ginn was previously a Teaching Assistant here at Whittlebury. She is a kind, patient and caring lady who is always willing to help.
Mrs Howie is our creative and inspirational Class 1 Teacher and Assistant Headteacher for Whittlebury. Mrs Howie teaches Foundation, Year 1 and Year 2. She has a passion for Art and is our Early Years, Art, RE and Collective worship lead across The Federation. Her classroom is a vibrant and exciting learning environment which inspires her pupils to enjoy learning. She loves outdoor learning and ensures she creates a stimulating and creative curriculum.
Miss Dicks is our part-time Class 2 teacher, teaching Year 3 and Year 4. She has a creative flare and enjoys being able to teach outdoors whenever the opportunity arises. Miss Dicks’ favourite subject is art quickly followed by getting her teeth into the topic of the term and engaging with everyone in her class.
Miss Noctor is our part-time Class 2 teacher, teaching Year 3 and 4 alongside Miss Dicks. She is an exciting and inspirational teacher and enjoys achieving the best outcomes for all pupils. Her wealth of experience and knowledge ensures the children receive a fantastic education.
Mr Willsher is our Class 3 teacher, teaching Year 5 and Year 6. Mr Willsher is also our PE lead for the Federation. Mr Willsher is respected by his pupils and has high standards and expectations.
Mrs Harris is our Specialist Pastoral Support Assistant who works across the Federation. She has a good relationship with all the children and knows exactly how to help them reach their potential. She works with them on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups as required. Mrs Harris is passionate about PE and enjoys supporting the children in various sporting events within school, the Forest Federation and at inter-school competitions and events.
Mrs Reeves is our Teaching Assistant and works across the 3 classrooms here at Whittlebury. Mrs Reeves has worked at Whittlebury for a number of years. She is kind and caring and strives to ensure all children reach their full potential.
Mrs Dowson is working in Class 3 as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant. She has a calm and caring nature and offers the support that is needed.
Mrs Brown is amazing and works in Class 1 as a Teaching Assistant supporting Mrs Howie. She has a wealth of knowledge in Early Years and works hard in ensuring all the children reach their full potential.
Mrs Linnell is our Higher Level Teaching Assistant, working across all 3 classrooms at Whittlebury. Mrs Linnell works with the children, ensuring all children reach their full potential.
Mr Pluck is our Site Supervisor, working across the Forest Federation. He is our DIY expert, landscape gardener and general all-rounder. He works hard to keep our school grounds tidy and our school environments maintained.
Mrs Webb is one of our Lunchtime Supervisors. She play's an essential role in ensuring the well-being and safety of our children during lunchtime. Mrs Webb not only assists children with their meals but also ensures they are engaged in enjoyable activities in the playground.
Mrs Davis is also our Lunchtime Supervisor and works alongside Mrs Webb. She too play's an essential role during lunchtime.