Who's Who
Our Leadership Team
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Mr Adrian Scarrett
Head Teacher Senior Designated Child Protection Officer |
Mr Scarrett has been our Head Teacher since 2012. Before becoming head he was Duputy Head and has worked at St Mary's since 2001. Mr Scarrett enjoys rugby, cricket and along with Mrs O'Dell runs the St Mary's school choir | |
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Mrs Rachael O'Dell
Assistant Head Teacher SENDCo Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer |
I gained my Music Degree and PGCE in Essex, then having taught in Somerset for 3 years I moved to St. Mary’s in 2003. Music is a great passion of mine, I love singing, playing the piano, clarinet and bassoon (not all at the same time). I also love walking with my family and my two dogs. Children and some staff will say that I can often be found in my office talking to myself! |
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Miss Amy Frost
Assistant Head Teacher for Teaching and Learning Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer |
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Miss Catherine Whitehouse
Team Leader for Phase 3 (Years 4,5 and 6) |
I studied Psychology (BSC Hons) at Aston University in Birmingham, graduating in 1995. I then completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Education at Swansea in 1998, and I have been teaching ever since - apart from taking a year out to travel the world. I love exploring different countries, discovering many wonders, including historical and natural wonders and experiencing different cultures and ways of life. I have taught in London, Reading and Bangkok, and I am now currently teaching in Bideford! I love the outdoors, enjoying walking, camping and just being outdoors. I am a qualified scuba diver, trying to dive whenever I have the opportunity, though only in warm waters! Being passionate about English, I also love reading and writing. |
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Miss Michelle Jackson
Team Leader for Phase 2 (Years 2 and 3) Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer |
I joined the school in 2016, prior to that I was Primary lead within Holsworthy Federation. I have a music degree and studied at Cardiff University. I play clarinet, piano and saxophone. I enjoy listening to music, reading, going for walks and running. |
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Mrs Suzie Strutt
Team Leader for Phase 1 (Foundation Stage and Year 1) |
Our Classes, their Teachers and Teaching Assistants
Foundation Stage
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Bramblings
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Mr Billy Buckingham Class Teacher |
Mr Buckingham gained a degree in Theatre and Performance from Plymouth University before undertaking 3 years as a teaching assistant at Pathfield School. Mr Buckingham did his teacher training with us through the Teach Direct program with Marjon in 2018. Since then Mr Buckingham has joined us as a full time teacher. Mr Buckingham runs the Drama Club through his passion for performing arts. He is frequently seen onstage in local productions and occasionally directs his own shows. |
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Puffins |
Miss Vicki Phillips Class Teacher |
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Mrs Kate Taylor-Short Class Teacher |
I did a degree in Ancient History and Civilisation at Swansea University followed by a PGCE. I then taught at a Primary School in Thailand before moving to North Devon. | ||
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Working across Foundation Stage are: Mrs Claire Doodson - Mrs Bev Trapnell - Higher Level Teaching Assistant Mrs Karen Potter - Teaching Assistant Mrs Cath Douse - Teaching Assistant Mrs Debbie Barrett - Teaching Assistant |
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Year 1
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Starlings |
Mrs Suzie Strutt Class Teacher |
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Kingfishers |
Mrs Karen Thurlow Class Teacher |
During my career I worked in several local schools as a Nursery Nurse and Teaching Assistant before qualifying as a teacher in 2017. I have worked at St Mary’s since September 2018. I am passionate about learning and development in the early years and hold a BA (hons) Early Years. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, listening to music and spending time with my grandchildren. | |
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Working across Year 1 are:
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Year 2
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Jays |
Miss Michelle Jackson Class Teacher |
I joined the school in 2016, prior to that I was Primary lead within Holsworthy Federation. I have a music degree and studied at Cardiff University. I play clarinet, piano and saxophone. I enjoy listening to music, reading, going for walks and running. |
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Bullfinches |
Miss Abbie Brailey Class Teacher |
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Working across Year 2 are:
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Year 3
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Dunlins |
Miss Leaha Davey Class Teacher |
I joined St. Mary’s in 2016, prior to this I completed a degree in Education Studies in 2012, and later gained a PGCE in 2016. I have a passion for supporting children’s social and emotional needs, and I’m part of the school pastoral team. I ‘run’ the school’s cross country running club, and we represent the school in the Gliddon and Squire league. I enjoy swimming, cycling, running, reading and a good box set. | ||
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Barnowls |
Mrs Denise Boyne Class Teacher |
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Working across Year 3 are:
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Year 4
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Blackbirds |
Miss Emily Brend Class Teacher |
Miss Brend joined St Mary’s in 2017 straight from Plymouth University where she studied a Bachelor in Education (BEd Hons) specialising in Humanities. Miss Brend has been running the schools Eco club as she has a passion for farming and the countryside being a former Young Farmers member. Miss Brend also enjoy gymnastics, dancing and walks on the beach. | |
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Nightingales |
Miss Emily Naylor Class Teacher |
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Working across Year 4 are:
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Year 5
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Razorbills |
Mr Mike Robinson Class Teacher |
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Wrens
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Miss Cath Whitehouse Class Teacher |
I studied Psychology (BSC Hons) at Aston University in Birmingham, graduating in 1995. I then completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Education at Swansea in 1998, and I have been teaching ever since - apart from taking a year out to travel the world. I love exploring different countries, discovering many wonders, including historical and natural wonders and experiencing different cultures and ways of life. I have taught in London, Reading and Bangkok, and I am now currently teaching in Bideford! I love the outdoors, enjoying walking, camping and just being outdoors. I am a qualified scuba diver, trying to dive whenever I have the opportunity, though only in warm waters! Being passionate about English, I also love reading and writing. | |
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Working across Year 5 are:
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Year 6
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Merlins |
Miss Melisa Ashton Class Teacher |
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Mallards |
Mrs Michelle Mead Class Teacher |
Mrs Mead studied in Reading, achieving a BA Hons degree in Children Development & Learning and then achieved a PGCE teaching qualification through the School Direct Programme. Mrs Mead is a qualified yoga teacher and enjoys jogging with Just Jog running club in Bideford. Mrs Mead also has a passion for animals and has three Cocker Spaniels which she loves to walk on the local beaches. |
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Working across Year 6 are:
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Our Learning Mentor
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Miss Claire Stacey Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer |
Our Administrative and Site Team
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Mrs Sally Westlake School Business Manager Deputy Designated Child Protection Officer |
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Mrs Dawn Milner Administrative Assistant |
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Mr Timothy Miles IT Technician |
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Mr Darren Cairns Caretaker |
Our Catering Team and Mealtime Assistants
| Miss Lisa Chrisopher - Catering Manager |
| Mrs Sarah Kelly - Catering Assistant |
| Mrs Vanessa Morne - Catering Assistant |
| Mrs Susan Jenkins - Catering Assistant |
| Mrs Linda Stoneman - Lead Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Sarah Adnett - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Debbie Barrett - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Julianna Cairns - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Roz Doble - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Marguerite Johnson - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Amanda May - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Wendy Maynard - Mealtime Assistant |
| Miss Zoe Mills - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Claire Runeckles - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Margaret Slocombe - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mr Paul Tanton - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mrs Victoria Watson - Mealtime Assistant |
| Mr Jon Wines - Mealtime Assistant |
Our Cleaning Team
| Mrs Jo-Anne Wright - Cleaner Supervisor |
| Mrs Julianna Cairns - Cleaner |
| Mrs Christine Jackson - Cleaner |
| Mrs Linda Sargent - Cleaner |
| Mr Paul Tanton - Cleaner |