Claire Martin-O’Donoghue

Headteacher

The school can’t seem to get rid of me! I joined the school as a newly qualified teacher and I’m still here. I think that says a lot about the whole school community. Apart from school obviously, my favourite place in the world is Killarney in Ireland. I think I am very lucky and feel privileged to have the best job in the world.

Debbie Jones

Deputy Headteacher

Lucky for me I started my teaching career at Polegate school as an NQT and ten years later I am still here and love every day. When I am not at school I am with my ever growing family which includes 4 daughters, 3 grandchildren and a very stressed, bald husband! As if life wasn’t busy enough we decided to add two mischievous puppy pugs called Betty and Ralph, who never fail to make me smile, just like the children every day at Polegate school. 

Sally Barnard

Assistant Headteacher & Leader of Learning

I love teaching and all the challenges it presents on a daily basis, there is nothing better than being part of the excitement and buzz of an active classroom. I am proud to be a teacher and leader of learning at Polegate and enjoy working with all our fabulous children.

When I am not teaching I can be found having fun at the beach, Drusilla’s or swimming with my one year old daughter, Matilda.

Una Holbrook

Assistant Headteacher & Inclusion Manager

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Sharon Trent

Nursery Manager & EYFS Leader

I feel very privileged to have worked in early years for over twelve years. I love having a boogie, exploring outside, duvet days with my scrummy family and celebrating the small things. I also like getting creative in the kitchen albeit with playdough!

Sally Barnard

Assistant Headteacher & Leader of Learning

I love teaching and all the challenges it presents on a daily basis, there is nothing better than being part of the excitement and buzz of an active classroom. I am proud to be a teacher and leader of learning at Polegate and enjoy working with all our fabulous children.

When I am not teaching I can be found having fun at the beach, Drusilla’s or swimming with my one year old daughter, Matilda.

Gayle Howland

Year 4 Teacher

Hi, my name is Gayle and I was lucky enough to be placed at Polegate School as part of my PGCE teacher training course.

I am really excited to be coming back in September to join the staff team. I am passionate about children's learning and committed to making a difference, I cannot wait for the start of term and the start of a new adventure!

When I get some spare time I love to spend it with my family and we really love the great outdoors; camping, walking, rock pooling and picnics!

Leanne Dedman

Year 4 Teacher

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Lewis Evans

Year 4 Teacher

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Katy Watts

Nursery Assistant

I like pirate walks on the beach, fairy hunting in the woods and sitting indoors listening to the rain and reading a good book. I also enjoy family gatherings.

Julie Naylor

Nursery Assistant

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Ruby Prior

Nursery Assistant

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Belinda Diprose

Nursery Assistant

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Sharon Trent

Nursery Manager & EYFS Leader

I feel very privileged to have worked in early years for over twelve years. I love having a boogie, exploring outside, duvet days with my scrummy family and celebrating the small things. I also like getting creative in the kitchen albeit with playdough!

Taeko Martin

Nursery

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Lisa Maynard

Nursery admin

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Amy Kincade

Teaching Assistant

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Monika Bailey

School Secretary

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Louise Gingell

Finance Officer

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Sue Bateman

Inclusion Assistant

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Nigel Sandell

Caretaker

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Gary Moore

Caretaker

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