We are delighted to be able to announce our new Year teachers for September!
Reception
Clare Marsh – SENDCO
I am passionate about education for all and will do my utmost to ensure that all children are included in all areas of school life. I have been teaching for twenty-five years and have been at Much Wenlock Primary School for nine years and have enjoyed every minute. The community spirit and nurturing staff is the reason I have remained for so long; it reminds me of my primary school days which I thoroughly enjoyed.
In my own time I enjoy spending time with my family, my partner Andy and my children Luke, Toby and Evie. We like to take our dog Teddy out for long walks. I also enjoy listening to and playing music, singing and reading.
I became SENDCO for the school five years ago. This is where my heart lies. My daughter, Evie is Autistic, has significant speech, language, communication and learning difficulties. As a parent of a child with special needs I know how hard it is and wanted to be able to help others having similar experiences to myself and my family. This is why I became a SENDCO, to advocate for the children in our school and their families.
I look forward to meeting and working with you and your child or children very soon 🙂
Year 1 Maternity Cover Sept – Easter 2024
Charlotte Orchard
I have been teaching for the past 7 years and joined Much Wenlock Primary School in January. I am passionate about creating learning experiences that are purposeful and engaging. I particularly love exploring the natural world with my students. We are so lucky to have such beautiful natural spaces at Much Wenlock! Outside of school, I enjoy taking my dog, Gina, for a walk, reading in the garden, and playing my violin in local orchestras
Year 1 From Easter 2024
Emma Nicholas
I have worked at Much Wenlock for the last 2 years but have taught across Early Years for 10 years. I love musical theatre and travelling – I have lived in some amazing places when growing up including the Falkland Islands and went to school in Germany. I am having a baby girl in July and look forward to being apart of the school again when I return from Maternity Leave!
Year 2
Steph Weston (Part time)
Going into my third year here at Much Wenlock, having taught in year 5 and in year 2. My goal is for all my children in my class to find enjoyment in learning and know that anything is possible. I have a strong passion for PSHE and history. In my free time I enjoy running and getting out to the beach as much as possible.
Year 2 (Part time) & Music Co-ordinator
Karen Ball
I am in my 11th year of teaching at Much Wenlock Primary School during which time I have taught in both lower Key stage 2 and Key stage 1 and have had 2 daughters! I hope to enthuse and support children in their learning across the curriculum, especially Maths and Music which I enjoy myself and I am the school’s music co-ordinator. I play the piano and enjoy singing with my local church choir. I am also a Brownie Leader and run a Brownie unit near where I live!
Year 3
New staff member (Miss) Isobel Watson
Hello, I’m Miss Watson and will be teaching in Year 3 come September. I am an ECT, who has recently qualified with West Midlands Consortium and I’m excited to begin my career in Much Wenlock school! I have recently completed placements teaching in two local schools, in both key stage 1 and 2 and can’t wait to continue my journey with year 3. I have a keen interest in art and love to paint, and plan on using this passion to make learning creative and fun for pupils.
Year 4 – Science / RE coordinator & Educational Visits Coordinator
(Mrs)Innes Jameson
This is my 20th year teaching at Much Wenlock, so lots of families already know me and I enjoy hearing about how former pupils are getting on. I am the Educational Visits coordinator which means I monitor the planning and safety of all trips out of school. As we move well past Covid, I am looking to encourage more out of school learning experiences.
I have 2 grown up children of my own.
Year 5 & Deputy Head Teacher
(Mrs)Rachel Howell-James
I have worked as a primary teacher for 12 years. For the last 5 years, I have been the assistant head, head of curriculum and head of teaching and learning at Broseley C of E. My passion is working with the whole school community to ensure the best outcomes for the children and to empower everyone (adults and children alike) to be the best they can be. I’m at my happiest when I see people succeeding.
Once I’m on the dance floor, you’ll have a hard time to get me off it!
Year 6
(Mr)Tom Richards
I have been teaching for 7 years now, and I have taught at Much Wenlock for one wonderful year. I love for my students to feel like they are doing things that matter (whether in an imaginary world or the real-world) and to develop skills and attitudes that enable them to do whatever it is they want to do in the future. Although a keen cricketer, footballer and trail runner, I do like to treat myself with a good computer game occasionally! You may find my class and me singing pop songs, doing workouts or perfecting our dance routines.
New KS1 HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)
(Mrs)Caroline Wells
I have been at Much Wenlock Primary School for the past 9 years and have spent the past year completing my Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification. I love working within school and the fellow teachers and children inspire me everyday. I am a keen runner and this year ran the London Marathon is aid of the Downs Syndrome Association and raised over £3000!
New KS2 HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)
(Mrs)Gemma Beddow
I have been a teaching assistant for the last seven years. Having grown up in nearby Brockton, I now live locally with my husband, teenage children and our dog. I studied history at university and I also love maths and music. Fun fact: I play the Irish button accordion.
