Meet the Staff
Mr. C. Steele
Headteacher & Primary Executive Lead
Mr. J. Gale
Headteacher (Acting)
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs. H. Birkett
Deputy Headteacher (Acting)
SENDCo
Mrs. C. Parker
School Business Manager
Mrs. H. Bell
Administrative Assistant
Miss. G. Hall
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. S. Grosset
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. J. Connors
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. E. Strickland
Year 6 Class Teacher
Computing & STEM Lead
Mrs. C. Taylor
Year 6 Class Teacher
Maths Lead
Mrs. G. Winter
Year 5 Class Teacher
Religious Education & Art Lead
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Mrs. J. Williamson
Year 5 Class Teacher
Physical Education Lead
Mr. L. Brown
Year 4 Class Teacher
ECT & School Parliament Co-ordinator
Mrs. E. Todhunter
Year 4 Class Teacher
History, Geography, EVC & Forest School Lead
Mrs. R. Irving
Year 3 Class Teacher
Music Lead
Miss. J. Benson
Year 3 Class Teacher
Literacy (Writing) Lead & Mini Police Co-ordinator
Mrs. C. Sloan
Year 3 Class Teacher
PSHE Lead
Mrs. N. Pammenton
Year 2 Class Teacher
Literacy (Writing) & PSHE Lead
Mrs. C. Evans
Year 2 Class Teacher
Design Technology Lead & Diversity & Equality Champion
Miss. N. Hadfield
Year 1 Class Teacher
ECT
Miss. R. Edminson
Year 1 Class Teacher
Literacy Lead & LA Literacy Specialist
Mrs. L. Barrow
Year 1 Class Teacher
RSE Lead & Eco Council Co-ordinator
Mrs. S. Johnston
Reception Class Teacher
Early Years Leader & Science & EVC Lead
Mrs. L. Crelin
Reception Class Teacher
School Values/ Life-Long Learning Co-ordinator & Maths Lead
Mrs. K. Newby
Nursery Class Teacher
Maths Lead
Miss. A. Graham
Nursery Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Ms. H. Tucker
Foreign Language Teacher
Languages & EAL Lead
Mrs. L. Fisher
Pastoral Support
School Counsellor
Mrs. J. Lee
Wraparound Care Leader / HLTA
Mrs. S. Sharp
HLTA
Miss. E. Little
HLTA
Miss. M. Wong
HLTA
Mrs. S. Watton
HLTA
Mrs. K. Ritson
STA/HLTA
Mrs. K. Scott
STA/HLTA
Mrs. C. Studholme
STA/HLTA
Mrs. K. Galea
STA/ HLTA
ELSA
Mrs. O. Leonard
STA/HLTA
Mrs. T. Barrientos
STA
Mrs. H. Gillies
STA
Mrs. D. Byers
STA
Mrs. E. Gallagher
STA
Mrs. J. Hastings
STA
Mrs. L. Wood
STA
Mrs. J. Platt
STA
Miss. V. Bell
STA
Mrs. E. Simpson
STA
Ms. N. Newby
STA
Mrs. D. Taylor
STA
Miss. S. Fisher
STA
Mr. J. Harrison
STA
Mr. N. Hallewell
STA
Miss. G. Hields
STA
Miss. S. Bell
STA
Mrs. J. Austin
STA
Mrs. V. Wright
Volunteer
Midday Supervisors
Mrs. S. Richards
Midday Supervisor
Ms. B. Tubman
Midday Supervisor (Cover)
Miss. A. Wilson
Midday Supervisor
Mrs. L. Lake
Midday Supervisor
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Mrs. H. Gillies
Midday Supervisor
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Miss. S. Bell
Midday Supervisor
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Miss. G. Hields
Midday Supervisor
Miss. M. Skillen
Midday Supervisor
Mrs. H. Standage
Midday Supervisor
Mrs. B. Askew
Midday Supervisor
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Miss. V. Oliver
Midday Supervisor
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Miss. L. Charters
Midday Supervisor
Learning for Life Trust - Members
Mrs. S. Spencer
Miss. E. Kidd
Mr. A. McCarthy
Learning for Life Trust- Trustee Membership
Dr. H. Morgan
Chair of Trustees
Mr. O. Nicols
Trustee
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Mr. C. Steele
Accounting Officer/Primary Executive Lead
Mr. J. Stephens
Associate Trustee
Mr. B. Cook
Vice Chair of Trustees
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Mr. J. Brettle
Trustee
Mrs. M. Desmond
Trustee
Mr. P Terry
Trustee
Mr. R. King
Secondary Executive Lead
Mr. M. Smillie
Chief Financial Officer
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Mr. R. Watson
Trustee
Fairfield Primary School - Local Governing Body
Mrs. C. Jones
Chair of Governors
My daughters are flourishing at Fairfield Primary School. It is important to me to give something back to the school, so I was excited to join their Local Governing Board. I have 17 years’ experience in the nuclear industry with roles in safety & operations management and assurance & governance. Previously, I worked in the education department at the Minnesota Museum of Natural History. Through my roles as Chair, Vice Chair and Safeguarding Governor, plus supporting their Risk Management, I enjoy working collaboratively with the school to ensure continued delivery of our Vision, Mission, Aims, and Ethos for all pupils, parents, carers, and staff.
Dr. K. Greenough
Vice Chair of Governors
I have been a parent governor since November 2021. My daughter is now in Year 4 and I became a governor to support the school. My background is in Chemistry, I have a degree and PhD and subsequently Membership and Chartership with the Royal Society of Chemistry. To date, I have been the link governor covering STEM, Maths and Science.
Mrs. S. Sapsford
Governor
I retired to Cockermouth in 2013 having been a primary school teacher, SENDCo and Deputy Head in Leicestershire for twenty years. My teaching career started in 1993 after raising a family and studying for a degree and PGCE. Before that I was in Social Work in the London Borough of Southwark, then moved to the NHS as a Physiotherapist Aide in Enfield and an Occupational Therapist Aide in Taunton, Somerset. I became the Safeguarding governor at Fairfield Primary school in 2016, Vice Chair in 2020 and Chair of Governors in 2021. My link roles are now SEND and Literacy.
Mr. M. Clucas
Governor
Both of my children are currently at Fairfield and I joined the board of governors as a parent governor in 2019. In 2023 I stayed on as a co-opted governor. I have had responsibility for oversight of a variety of areas during this time, including PSHE, staff welfare and religious education.
Mr. M. Pritchard
Governor
I joined the Governing Board at Fairfield in 2020 as the Health and Safety Link Governor. Having seen my daughter, who is now in Year 3, grow and develop due to the safe, inclusive and enriched learning environment created at Fairfield I wanted to help support the school by giving something back. I have more than 30-years experience in Manufacturing in which I have gained significant experience in Health and Safety Management systems and experience in internal and external auditing, all of which I can call upon to help ensure our school continues to deliver on our strategic vision while maintaining the high standards it already achieves.
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Mrs. T. Barrientos
Governance Professional (Clerk to Governing Board)
Tracey was initially a staff governor for Fairfield Infants School and as a member of the Curriculum Committee she took on the role of clerk, liaising with the clerk to the Local Governing Body at the time. Following the amalgamation of the Infant and Junior schools, she stepped down from her role as staff governor. In October 2017, she was successful in securing the role of clerk to the Board of Trustees and the Local Governing Board, and more recently to the Audit and Finance Committee. Tracey now works closely with the Trust Board, Headteacher, LGB and all committee chairs to advise, organize and support meetings, ensure effective communication and sharing of information across committees, advise on compliance requirements in line with the Academy Trust Handbook, assist with recruitment and induction of new Trustees and Governors and identify training needs to ensure the Board can fulfill its four core functions of governance effectively. She has recently successfully completed the Development for Clerks course and is passionate about continuing to develop governance practices within the Trust.
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Mrs. N. Pammenton
Staff Governor
I joined Fairfield Primary School in September 2022 as a Year 1 class Teacher. In school, my other roles include subject lead in Writing and PSHE. Prior to teaching Year 1, I have had experience in teaching in Key Stage 2 and Early Years. I feel incredibly fortunate to have experienced teaching in a wide range of different year groups and gain a deep understanding of what knowledge and skills different children need. In March 2023, the opportunity arose to become a staff governor and I thought that it would be a fantastic experience, as I am passionate about the continued growth and development of the school. Being part of the governing body, I hope to be the voice for all staff whilst ensuring all children have the best experience that the school can offer.
Mr. C. Poate
Governor
I joined the local governing board in September 2020 as a co-opt governor for Computing and Geography. My son is a pupil at Fairfield, now in year 4 and I wanted to learn more about primary education, governance and support the school using my skills and experience. I am a Geospatial professional with 18 years of experience working in the local government, charitable and private sectors using Geographical Information Systems to support strategic location based decision making.
Miss. S. Lister
Governor
I joined the governing body in 2021 shortly after my daughter started at Fairfield school. I want to support her school and our local community using the skills I have developed in my career to date. I am a chartered management accountant with over 20 years’ experience in finance and commercial roles working in both Private Practice and Industry. Applying these financial and commercial skills in the education sector is both challenging and rewarding. As a parent and a governor, I am excited for what lies ahead for our school and the positive impact that will continue to have on our local community.
Mr. S. Noble
Governor
I joined the Governing Board in early 2024. My son is currently in year 2 and I wanted to be involved in his experience and be part of the school and help. I was a student at Fairfield school and have lived most of my life locally. I'm a Chartered Mechanical Engineer, with a Bachelors degree in 'Mechanical Engineering' and a Masters degree in 'Maintenance Engineering and Asset Management'. While at University, it was confirmed that I was dyslexic. This is something that I have struggled with throughout my academics and education. I wanted to be part of the process that helps and supports students to succeed. My personal experience with Dyslexia is something that I hope will help me in my SEND governor link role.
Mrs. G. Nash
Governor
I have recently joined Fairfield as a parent governor. My daughter joined Fairfield Nursery in 2023 and is currently thriving in Reception. After seeing the positive impact the school has on my daughter, I wanted to support the school and contribute to its continued success. I grew up in Cockermouth, attending both Primary & Secondary School here. I have 12 years’ experience in the Nuclear Industry, and currently work as a Human & Organisational Performance Practitioner- focussing on Leadership, Human Performance, Professionalism Standards & Nuclear Safety Culture. I am passionate about children’s safeguarding & education. I believe every child should have equal opportunities to learn & succeed regardless of their circumstances and hope to utilise my skills to help the school be the best it can be to support children in achieving their full potential.