KELVIN GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL - Key Persons
Hi my name is Miss Smith. I support children with additional needs across the school. I have worked at Kelvin Grove since 2012 and recently started a role as a SEN teaching assistant and Nursery lunchtime assistant. In my spare time I like to read and go out walking with my children.
I have worked as a Nursery Nurse/Teaching Assistant for over 28 years now. I have worked in almost every year group in the school - except Year 3! I enjoy my job enormously and I especially like working in Kelvin Grove with all of the magnificent children we have here. Outside of school, I like to read, walk and spend time with my family.
My name is Mr McManus and I am the current Year 2 teacher. I am new to teaching after previously working as a coach, but have quickly grown to love the Kelvin Grove values and our whole-school ethos. I love any and all sports, and keep myself busy on holidays abroad.
My name is Mrs Hann and I'm the Nursery Teacher with the best job in the world. I've been teaching for 12 years and Early Years is my true vocation. I'm very passionate about supporting all children to reach their full potential and giving them the best possible start to education. I love creating an environment that is magical for the children to play, learn and develop. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and listening to live music, reading and going to the theatre.
I love working in our vibrant, multi-cultural school environment here at Kelvin Grove. As part of my role I look after staffing and Human Resources, the school budget, our premises, suppliers of goods and services, policies, procedures and funding. In my free time I love cycling, running, swimming and travelling.
I'm excited to become part of the Kelvin Grove family and I already feel very welcome. I have been teaching for over 15 years now and I'm looking forward to working alongside the rest of the amazing staff and with the community to continue to make this a successful school. In my spare time, I love to bake, (well my name is Baker) travel and run (you'll often see me huffing and puffing around a parkrun). My favourite subjects are maths and French, but I love to learn alongside the children, so I enjoy the challenge of learning something new every day.
I am so excited to be appointed Head Teacher at Kelvin Grove. I previously worked here as Deputy Head for 3 years and I love working in our vibrant school with our amazing children. I am a maths specialist but am also committed to developing creativity in school to engage and excite our children. I strive to build close partnerships with parents and carers and will always make time to hear any concerns you may have. If you would like to speak to me, drop in or call the office to arrange.
Job Titles:
- Administration Assistant
- Receptionist
I have been working at Kelvin grove since 2021 and love working at the school. It is a really busy school and has a wonderful atmosphere. In my spare time I love to read and enjoy going for walks weather permitting. I look forward to welcoming you to Kelvin Grove Primary School.
Job Titles:
- Reception / Reception Teacher
I have been an Early Years and Key Stage One teacher for over 14 years, working across a number of schools in Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland. I love working at Kelvin Grove Primary School. The school has a fantastic ethos, a great team and fantastic pupils! Their hard work and support for each other is brilliant to see. I have a real passion for teaching children and encouraging them to reach their full potential.
Outside of work, I love spending time with friends and family. I enjoy weekends with my husband and 2 sons: at the cinema, on bike-rides and at our local beaches - my favourite place! I also love dancing, and regularly attend classes in my spare time.
My name is Mrs Bell. I am currently teaching in Year 3 and have taught in Nursery, Year 1 and Year 2. I have been teaching for 5 years. I love watching The Great British Bake off and trying the recipes myself. Also I love travelling, enjoying eating in different restaurants and trying new foods. I have recently had a little girl who is a delight and keeps me busy most days.