Team Lanesend

Caroline Sice

Headteacher
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This is my eleventh year as Headteacher at Lanesend. Previous to this I was Headteacher at another local school on the Island and before that I spent ten years in schools in Kent. Teaching has always been my first passion although upon leaving school I moved to London, to Kent, to Hong Kong, back to England, with a bit of travelling in between, experiencing a range of jobs from secretary to Teaching English as
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Daisy Dog

School Therapy Dog 

I am a 1 year old Australian Labradoodle. I joined the team in January 2020 and very quickly became the most popular member. By being in the school I have improved the well-being of both staff and the children.    Daisy is our Lanesend Primary School Therapy Dog. She joined our team in January 2020 and we now cannot imagine a time without her. Daisy is an Australian Labradoodle and she is a
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Nicki Napier

Assistant Head
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I am very happy to have recently joined Team Lanesend as the new Assistant Head Teacher! Before starting at this amazing school, I was working in Slough in a 8 form entry school. I was responsible for looking children who needed a bit more help as well as working with the LSAs. I have been teaching since 2008 and have taught in most year groups. My favourite subject to teach is English as I love creating
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Tara Hopkinson

Assistant Head of KS1 and EYFS Lead
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Unbelievably, this is my ninth year working in Reception at Lanesend Primary School; my first teaching post having completed my PGCE at Bath Spa University. Prior to this, I studied at the University of Southampton and gained my degree in English Language and Literature. I am Early Years Lead and a member of the Progression Team, with responsibility for Early Years and Transition, supporting children and their
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Nicky Domoney

Reception Teacher 
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This is my eleventh year working at Lanesend Primary School. During this time, I have undertaken a range of varied and rewarding roles. Initially I began working within the 'Team Around The Child' Team and then in January 2016, I transferred into the Early Years Team as a Learning Support Assistant. I absolutely adore working in Early Years and have been supported over time to develop in my role achieving HLTA
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Gemma Hinkley

Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
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This is my first year at Lanesend Primary and I feel very lucky to have been given the opportunity to join such a friendly and unique team. Before joining Lanesend I worked for 16 years at another island primary school.Since the age of five I was determined I wanted to be a teacher and 17 years later here I am doing my dream job and loving every day. I completed my teaching degree at St Mark and St John’s in
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Tabitha Wren

Year 1 Teacher
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I have been a member of Lanesend Primary School for six years where I was lucky enough to join the team as a Newly Qualified Teacher.  I am currently teaching in Year One after having the exciting opportunity to travel up with the 2018-19 cohort from Reception and join them on their learning journey at Lanesend for another year. My teacher training took place in Bristol, where I studied a degree in Early
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Jessica McQueen

Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
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This is my fifth year teaching at Lanesend Primary School, where I was lucky enough to get my first teaching post. I have been fortunate to have taught in Year 2, Reception and now in Year 1. I studied at Winchester University and have fulfilled placements in a range of schools across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. I was part of The University of Winchester Netball Team and I now play in the Isle of Wight Netball
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Tayler Skinner

Year 1 Teacher

I am excited to now be a part of the Lanesend family in my first year of teaching after completing my PGCE with schools direct through Winchester University. I am currently teaching year one, and the class of Clouds Hill. I have a background degree in Theatre Design, where I specialised in children’s theatre, which I studied at Nottingham Trent University. I have a passion for creativity and like to add that
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Lucy Wyld

Year 1 Teacher
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I am a year 3 teacher, in my second year of teaching, loving the variety and excitement that the role brings everyday. At university, I completed my degree in History and this is still one of my favourite subjects to teach, encouraging the children to investigate and question. I really enjoy the variety that our whole school topics offer, and love planning and teaching the curriculum through
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Maryann Price

Year 2 Teacher
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Since joining Lanesend Primary I have had the pleasure of working with so many lovely families.  I am currently teaching Year Two and I am thrilled to be part of such an amazing and unique team. Over the last fifteen years I have worked in four other Island schools as class teacher, teaching assistant and as a support for individual children.   I am a mother of two children and enjoy spending my
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Lorna Punter

Year 2 Teacher
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This is my first year teaching at Lanesend Primary and I feel privileged and fortunate to have joined such a wonderful team at such a unique and extraordinary school!Before joining Lanesend, I grew up in a hamlet here on the island attending local schools and enjoying all the wonderful opportunities island life offers. After a gap year spent backpacking across Europe and three years at university, I settled in
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Katie Lewis

Year 2 Teacher
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I feel very lucky to be a member of Team Lanesend and have been part of the school for about eight years now.When I left school I trained to be a teacher and once I had qualified I worked at an infant school in Northamptonshire. Living away from the Island was fun, but having been spoilt with a childhood of sunshine, walks and beaches we decided to return. Moving back after ten years away was exciting! I
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Ruth Gangonells

Year 3 Teacher
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I was very lucky to have joined the Lanesend team in September 2016 as a PPA cover teacher in Years 1 & 2. I then covered a maternity leave in Year 5 and I haven't left since.Before this, my family and I lived in beautiful Girona, in Catalonia, Spain where I taught in an English immersion school after having started my teaching career in a school in Kent.In my free time, I enjoy being
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Katie Foad

Year 3 Teacher
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This is my first year as a teacher and I feel privileged to be a part of team Lanesend. I trained at a very small school, so coming to Lanesend has been a big change for me but I have loved every minute! Before teaching, I spent 6 years studying, as well as working in mental health on the Island. This taught me a lot about the importance of wellbeing and mindfulness, which I aim to bring into practice in my
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Lizzie Westbrook

Year 4 Teacher
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I am in my fifth year of working in year 3 since joining Lanesend. I have responsibility  for PE and sport across the school. We have some amazing sports people in our school which also helps my love of winning!Out of school I play for Gurnard netball club with my sister Karen. I also have a Shetland pony called Dave who my nieces love to to ride and take for walks! He even came into school for show and tell
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Dan Owen

Year 4 Teacher
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I am delighted to have joined the team at Lanesend and feel very fortunate to be able to work with all the fantastic children, families and adults in the school.   Before qualifying as a teacher, I travelled, lived and worked in several countries around the world. I taught English in schools below the slopes of Mount Fuji in Japan; worked at an international school in one of the most hazardous cities in the
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Elysa Harrison

Year 4 Teacher

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Jessica Dove

Year 4 Teacher
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I feel very lucky to be part of team Lanesend after having studied a Masters in Primary Education at the University of Winchester. Having experienced a range of schools and educational environments during my training years, I am excited to bring what I have gained from these experiences to Lanesend. I have a specialism in Art and Design and love to participate in art activities outside of school, as well as
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Kayleigh Adams

Year 5 Teacher

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This is my first year as a teacher and I feel very proud and excited to be a part of Team Lanesend! I completed a large part of my teacher training at Lanesend in Year 6, so I feel very happy to be a part of the team in a more permanent capacity. Living and teaching on the Isle of Wight is a dream come true.Before teaching, I completed my BA degree in Graphic Design, where I then spent ten years running my own
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Graham Andre

Assistant Head of KS2 and Year 5 Teacher
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I have worked in Education for over two decades, with roles ranging from school cleaner and secretary to teaching assistant and most recently class teacher. After several years of indecision and fear of paperwork I finally bit the bullet, completing a part time degree in Education and Training Studies and became qualified through the GTP route. I have experience in teaching all year groups, from Reception to Year 6
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Elisa Jones

Year 5 Teacher
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I am Miss Jones, I am the teacher for Baggy Point class, in Year Five. This is my second year as a ‘real teacher’ and I am loving every minute. My class are gorgeous, and luckily, are on board with my passion of all of things theatre. I have been a member of the Wight Strollers  since I was 5. I have been on their committee for almost two years and lead the carnival side of things too.
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Becky Brailsford

Year 6 Teacher
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Although I am new to Team Lanesend, I have been teaching for over 20 years.  Initially I taught on the mainland, in a junior school in Glastonbury.  After nine years there I moved to the island and have since taught in a middle school and two primary schools before arriving here in September.  During my career I have taught across the whole of Key Stage 2 and also in Years 7 and 8 (though I much
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Georgia Dyer

Year 6 Teacher
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2019-2020 is my tenth year at Lanesend. I first joined the team in 2010 when we were still known as Love Lane. Having been a pupil at Love Lane myself it truly felt like ‘coming home’ and it has been great to see the school evolve and grow so incredibly during my time here. Before I joined Lanesend, I worked at Sandham Middle School for sixteen years. It was during this time that I really developed a love for
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Wanda Wall

Year 6 Teacher
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Hello, I am Mrs Wall and I joined the Lanesend Team in September, as a teacher in Year Six.When I was a child I loved reading, art, reading, drama and reading. My ambition was to work in a book shop or a library!I went on to study for a degree in drama, integrated arts and creative writing, which was lots of fun.I started teaching in London as a year 5 and 6 teacher and then moved to different schools in Surrey. My
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Vicki Wallis

Inclusion Officer
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I started working at Lanesend Primary School as Inclusion Officer in September 2013.  I love working with all of the children and their families, each day is filled with lots of fun, learning and happiness and I am pleased to be part of this amazing family. I have had a varied career, which began on the Isle of Wight as an entertainer for Haven Holidays in 1993.  Moving back to Kent, to become a lecturer
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Jessi Holmes

​AEN Assistant
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I work in the AEN department and I am have completed a Business Administration Apprenticeship. I love being part of such a wonderful team and every day is full of lots of fun, learning and laughter.In my spare time I do Irish dancing which I have done for almost 15 years. I teach the younger children and also take part in regular competitions myself. My biggest achievement was 4th place at the Irish Dance
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Jade Goodwin

TAC Team Apprentice 

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Hannah Holmes

​Family Support and Safeguarding Lead
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I started working at Lanesend in January 2016 within the Family Support Team and I am loving every minute! My job is never the same on any given day and this makes makes my work very interesting. I work with a huge variety of families and this is really rewarding. Children say the funniest things and every day I am walking around school with a big smile on my face. I am extremely proud to be able to support
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Andrea Flux

Family Liaison Officer
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I started working at Lanesend in January 2013 as the Family Liaison officer. My aim is to make a positive difference to children and their families every day. This includes promoting outstanding levels of attendance, sharing strategies and supporting wellbeing in our community. I support the School’s anti bullying ambassadors and organise events in school through LEAF with our parents.  Before joining
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Maddie Dyer

Family Support Assistant

 I have recently joined the team, however have been a familiar face for a few years now. I have volunteered to help with the schools JRock over previous years and have now joined the team as a Family Support Apprentice doing a business administration course. I enjoy working closely with families and supporting the children as best as I can. I like how varied my job is and love being a part of team Lanesend.
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Chloe Johnson

HLTA

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Wendy Lamana

Learning Support Assistant 
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My name is Wendy, I am currently a LSA and I am currently completing a Learning Support Assistant qualification. I absolutely love working with the children, seeing them learn and develop and exploring their ideas. I have two children of my own who also attend Lanesend. I have found the school to be extremely supportive and dedicated to my children, one of whom has additional needs. This has inspired me to want to
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April Downie

Learning Support Assistant 
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Learning Support Assistantemail me hereHi I'm April, I joined team Lanesend in January 2018 as a Learning support assistant in year 6, having volunteered for some time before then. I can honestly say it has been an amazing experience. I have been made to feel so welcome, like part of a big family.Working with children is something I have always wanted to do and after sending my son here, I knew that it was the
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Bonnie McBride

Learning Support Assistant
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My name is Bonnie McBride & I am an LSA here at Lanesend. I joined the team in May 2017. Before this I had been a volunteer at Lanesend, running a singing club and helping out in year 2 & reception classes, whilst completing my LSA qualification. I’ve always loved children and I have a large family of my own, including 2 children with additional needs. I want to help other children like mine, whilst using
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Charlotte Clare

Learning Support Assistant
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At university I studied English Language and Linguistics; at that point I didn’t have a grand plan but knew I absolutely wanted to keep learning, the English language is a real passion of mine. I then worked for a long time as an administrator and it wasn’t until I had my own daughter that I realised I wanted a change of career. How could I encourage my daughter to follow her passion if I wasn’t doing it myself?! I
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Emma Crawley

Learning Support Assistant
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I joined the Lanesend Family last year as an MSA. It was then I realised that I loved working with children and when an LSA position came up I was lucky enough to get the job. I now work with the year 5 team. 
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Georgia Caws

Learning Support Assistant
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Hello my name is Georgia Caws, I'm 23 and joined Lanesend in January 2019. I am currently in reception, and love watching the children grow in their confidence and develop their skills and passion for learning. Since starting at Lanesend I have been made to feel so welcome and part of this fantastic team, who provide so many brilliant experiences for the children. Prior to working at Lanesend I worked at a nursery
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Jackie Jones

Learning Support Assistant
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Hello my name is Jackie. This is my first year at Lanesend Primary school, I have been made to feel very welcome by all staff, children and their families. I have a passion for working with children. I have been working for over 12 years in early years settings and as a private Nanny. It’s so rewarding to support the children In their learning, development and to be part of their achievements.At weekends I love to
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Jaqui Thornett

Learning Support Assistant
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After working as an LSA and HLTA in a mainland school for 20 years, I moved to the island nearly 3 years ago and I was delighted when Lanesend offered me a job. I have worked mainly with year 2's but I do step now and again into other year groups.I have a passion for art and enjoy nothing more than getting covered in paint and glue. I can be found painting faces at the school fete's and JRock.In my free time, I
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Leni Boudewijn

Learning Support Assistant 
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Alongside my bakery business, I began volunteering at Lanesend. I wanted to give something back to a school that has always provided such a warm and welcoming environment for my two lovely girls. Spending my spare time supporting the staff and children at the school made me fall in love with Lanesend even more and now I am a proud member of the team. I take so much happiness from supporting children to achieve and
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Lucy Reeves

Learning Support Assistant
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I have been at Lanesend for just over a year now. I love being part of the Lanesend family and supporting children whilst learning. Being able to go to school each day and help children learn, achieve and have fun makes me very happy.I have two young children myself so when I’m not school I’m always busy doing fun things with them. I was born on the Island and feel lucky to call such a beautiful place home.
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Louise Stone

Learning Support Assistant
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I joined Lanesend in November 2018 and love being part of Year 2. I am currently studying a Level 3 Diploma in Learning Support and Teaching Assistant and I have a degree in Psychology.
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Mai Trang

Learning Support Assistant
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I am an LSA in year 4. Supporting and learning with children is always my passion. Both academic and social skills are essential for child development, which can be approached in various ways of teaching and learning. I am positive about every aspect of life, therefore I encourage children to walk out of their comfort zone and widen their knowledge by exploring each day. At my leisure time I love reading, cooking,
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Natasha Mumford

Learning Support Assistant
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Hello, my name is Natasha. I have worked at Lanesend Primary since April 2019. I am currently working in year four as a LSA supporting children from across the year in various activities. I moved to the Isle of Wight when I was three years old. Outside of school I love to spend time with my family and my two border collies Roxy and Bailey. I have always wanted to work in a school and I am very pleased to be apart
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Nikky Westmore

Learning Support Assistant
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I started working at Lanesend Primary School in September 2015 as a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant.I feel privileged and very proud to be working with such an amazing team of both staff and children.Working with children and helping them reach their full potential has always been my passion.My previous experience is within the Early Years where I worked for 9 years at a local playgroup.I became Deputy Manager in
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Ruth McDonough

Learning Support Assistant
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I feel extremely privileged to be a member of team Lanesend. I have been a part of the school for six years but I’m only on my second year as a learning support assistant. I started working with children 15 years ago and have worked in that time with newborns to 11-year-olds and I feel truly lucky to feel so fulfilled within my job. I enjoy every aspect of my job and the thrills and spills that come along with
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Samantha Ironman

Learning Support Assistant 
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I'm Sam, I joined team Lanesend in Jan 2019 as an MSA but had volunteered before that, I absolutely loved being back to my roots and being with the children so when a position came up as an LSA I decided to go for it. Since Sept 2020 I have been a part of the year 3 team and I'm absolutely loving it. I love helping with Dance Live, it's so magical, it can't even be put into words! I have 4 children at home and in
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Vonnie Jupe

Learning Support Assistant
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My name is Vonnie Jupe. I joined Lanesend Primary in October 2017 as a Learning Support Assistant. I am currently working towards a degree in Higher Level Learning Support. Once achieved I will continue to study Higher Education due to my love of learning. I feel privileged to be a part of an amazing, caring and supportive community. I have an ever growing passion, helping children to achieve their full potential
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Hayley Gadsby

Learning Support Assistant
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This is my fifth year being a part of ‘Team Lanesend’. I am currently working as an LSA in reception. My job is so rewarding and I love to watch the children blossom in their own unique ways, it’s such a special moment. Prior to working at Lanesend, I was a nanny and then a childminder for nine years. Throughout those years I have gained many childcare qualifications and have a great knowledge and understanding of
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Jane Richmond

Learning Support Assistant
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Every day is a surprise. The spontaneity of children can be exciting, challenging, noisy, messy, fun and many other things, but never dull and always very rewarding. I love it when the children go that bit further and surprise themselves. I started here when my daughter was in year 1, she’s thirty now so I’ll let you work out how long I’ve been lucky enough to spend my days with these amazing little people (the
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Kathryn Brett

Learning Support Assistant
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I have been working and volunteering in Reception for just over a year now supporting children and staff. I feel very lucky to be part of such a wonderful community at Lanesend, and be not only supported, but also inspired by such an experienced and encouraging team.I feel privileged I have the opportunity to interact with such special and amazing children each and every day, I get to see them learn, grow and
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Charlotte Rothwell

Learning Support Assistant
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I’m Charlotte Rothwell and I’m in my 3rd year working at Lanesend Primary. I’ve worked 2 years in year 1 and now this year I’m working in Reception. I love my job and the job satisfaction it brings with it. I love how we as a school are always going over and above for the children in the school.  My expertise lie in key stage 1 having had lots of experience as a child minder for 12 years previous to my job
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Rachel Clark

Learning Support Assistant
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I spent many years hair dressing and eight years ago decided to have a complete career change and have never looked back. I am currently working in year 1 for the second year running. I qualified as a higher level teaching assistant earlier this year so I am lucky enough to actually teach on a occasion. I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs and love cooking. I am fortunate to do the gate every morning and
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Lisa Cooper

Learning Support Assistant
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I have been here at Lanesend Primary since June 2016 as an LSA in Year 2. During my time here I have seen what the term 'school community' actually means. I have been welcomed by staff, children and parents which has made me feel part of the team.Before Lanesend I worked at another island primary school as a teaching assistant. I am a mother of 3 boys and enjoy spending time with them and my partner.
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Maria Revert-West

Learning Support Assistant
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I have worked at Lanesend Primary School since September 2017.  I am currently working as a Learning Support Assistant in year Six. During my own years at school, my ambition was to work in a primary school. However, I decided to take on different challenges on my career path and enjoyed being a full time mother too.  My love of working with children shone through therefore I felt It was time to get
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Michelle Miller

Learning Support Assistant
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I have worked at Lanesend Primary for just over a year. I am currently working in Year 3 as a LSA and I love supporting them in their learning. Each day is different here, with exciting and challenging events for the children to participate in. Over the past year I have been very fortunate to watch their confident grow, as well as two of my own children who attend Lanesend Primary.Since starting at Lanesend I have
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Learning Support Assistant
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Simone Smith

Learning Support Assistant
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I am 50 years old and have worked at Lanesend for 4 years, firstly as a MSA then I trained to become a LSA. I have 3 children aged 32, 30 and 11! My youngest attended Lanesend and I feel the school prepared her well for secondary school. I have two grand-daughters (and one honorary), one of which is in Year 1 at Lanesend. She has additional education needs and our AEN department is amazing at the things they do for
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Kat Norcutt

Learning Support Assistant
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This is my 9th year at Lanesend. I have had many years working in Year 6 but this year I have moved down to Year 2 which is a big change but a great experience. During my time at Lanesend I have completed my Higher Level Teaching Assistant course which means I have the pleasure of whole class teaching now and again. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, going for walks, to the cinema and out
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Angela Cordon

Finance and HR Lead

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Charli Reading

Office and HR Manager
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This will be my tenth year working with this amazing team of people and it’s been an incredible journey. The buzz around the school is infectious and you only have to step inside the building to feel it. Lanesend is a very exciting school to be a part of. From mysterious alien landings to visits from dinosaurs, talking to Tim Peake on the International Space Station and meeting Britain's tallest man (7'
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Laura Strickland

PA to the Headteacher and Admin Support
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I have recently had the pleasure of joining the team here at Lanesend as PA to the Head teacher, Mrs Sice and Admin Support. Although I am newest member of the office team, our Team Lanesend ethos means I already feel like I’ve been a part of our wonderful team for long time, which is lovely. I love my job as no two days are the same. It is a busy, dynamic environment to work in which I thrive on. The thing I am
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Debbie Dixon

HR & Finance Assistant 
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I am one of the new members of the Lanesend team as well as being a parent to two children at the school. I look forward to being an office angel and getting to know the team and families that bit better! I am a Kiwi that has been living in the UK for the past 13 years and couldn't be happier to now be living on the island with my family.
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Jo Munt

Admin Assistant
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I have been with Team Lanesend for just over two years now and what an adventure it has been, no two days are the same. I joined as an admin apprentice and was lucky to secure a job with the office team. Lanesend is a very open, welcoming school and it’s a pleasure to be involved as a member of staff and a parent.  I have three children, who have and do attend Lanesend.  In my spare time I enjoy family
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Sam Hendey

Business Admin Apprenticeship 
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I'm the newest member of the office angels, I have 3 children of my own here and I am just about to start my business apprenticeship. I'm looking forward to a new challenge and getting to know the team and the families. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family!
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Paul Volp

Site Manager
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Zoe Burge

Cleaner
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Jan Cox

Premises Cleaner 

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Cath Whiten

Premises Cleaner

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Janet Hawkewell

Cleaner


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Zoe Burge

Mid-day Supervisor
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Rachel Clark

Mid-day Supervisor
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Abi Wiseman

Midday Supervisory Assistant
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I’m Abi, the newest member of the lunchtime team. I studied acting in Leeds before training as a nurse and working in the profession for several years, up and down the country. More recently I’ve been at home with my daughter, as well as trying my hand at writing fiction and doing some voice acting for a podcast. I love working with children and value each child for exactly who they are. I look forward to
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Paula Mcinnes

Mid-day Supervisor
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Sam De Jesus

Midday Supervisory Assistant 
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I was born in South Africa. I really enjoy design and have a BA Degree in Information Design. I worked as a graphic designer for over ten years, but left the industry when we moved to the UK two years ago. My focus has been my family (husband and two kids), but I knew I wanted to do more. When the MSA job opportunity came up I thought it would be a great idea to get involved with the school. It has been a lovely
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Sara Batchelor

MSA

I was born and raised in South Carolina, USA. Graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Art and worked as an Interior Designer. Moved to England and married my husband 12 years ago. I have two children who attend Lanesend and absolutely love it, so it was a no brainer to become an MSA. I love people in general and especially enjoy the fact that I am with the children during their play time
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Leanne Gould

Mid-day Supervisor
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Susan Hustler

Mid-day Supervisor
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Samantha Parris

Mid-Day Supervisor
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Rachel Herd

Mid Day Supervisor


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