Our Staff

Mrs. Danielle Welsman, previously the Head of School, has stepped into the role of Interim Headteacher. This transition comes as Mr. Hawrylak, the Trust's Senior Executive Headteacher, focuses on Trust-wide strategies while also serving as Interim Executive Headteacher at Ardleigh St. Mary's, and the substantive Executive Headteacher for Finchingfield St John the Baptist and St Andrew's, Marks Tey.

In addition to her leadership role, Mrs. Welsman is the school's Literacy Lead and oversees the daily provision for special educational needs. With over 15 years of experience as an outstanding Key Stage 1 teacher at Stisted Primary Academy, she was appointed in January 2023 to support the Executive Headteacher in the school's day-to-day operations.

Drawing on her extensive expertise, Mrs. Welsman leads the Trust’s Phonics Scheme, trains student teachers, and delivers cooking, music, and French lessons across the school. She also contributes to instructional practice, providing support to schools across the Trust.

The Headteacher and Head of School are ably supported by Mr Gareth Williams, an outstanding practitioner, who has also worked at the school for over 15 years and has vast experience of teaching children in Key Stage 2. He is the Mathematics subject lead and a keen cricketer.