Meet our Staff

Our staff are committed to delivering the highest quality education.

The dedicated team at Exford First School

Our staff are committed to delivering the highest quality education.

Focussed on encouraging the individual growth of each child, helping them reach their own potential.
With true devotion to their own continuous personal development, ensuring they are the best they can be within their role as part of our school team.

Please note that we do not have any employees with a gross annual salary of more than £100,000.

None of our staff are union officials.

Naomi Philp - Executive Headteacher | Federation Designated Safeguarding Lead

Alison Blackmore - Head of School | SENCO | Designated Safeguarding Lead

Teaching Staff

Petri Cole - Kingfisher Class Teacher | Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Laura Cavanagh - Kingfisher Class Teacher (Fridays)

Office Staff

Lizi Pravato - Federation Business Manager

Helen Hickman - Federation Business Manager

Helen Sloley- Admin Assistant

Learning Support Staff

Paul Weston- LSA / Federation PFSA

Sue de Wynter-Smith - LSA

Premises Staff

Carole Boyles - Cleaner

Lunchtime Staff

Claire Norrish - Cook / MDSA

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