Our Staff

We are a hard working and friendly team.  Find out a little more about the people who work at our school below.

Senior Management Team

Mrs J Evans - Headteacher

Mrs Evans was appointed as Headteacher of Warley Primary in 2015, having previously worked as Deputy Headteacher within the school since 2007. Prior to this, Mrs Evans has taught in schools in Havering. 

Miss S Sharp - Deputy Headteacher and KS1 Leader 

Miss Sharp was appointed as Deputy Headteacher in October 2020 but has taught at the school since 2011.  She is an experienced teacher and has taught in years 5, 6, 1 and 2. Miss Sharp is our Maths and Spanish Leader and also has specific responsibility for GDPR and Network Management. 

Mrs L Cook -  Assistant Headteacher and KS2 Leader

Mrs Cook joined the school in 2011 and is an experienced teacher having taught in Norfolk prior to moving to Essex  She was appointed as Assistant Head in 2015.  Mrs Cook has taught in years 1, 4, 5 and 6.  Mrs Cook has specific responsibility for Assessment and HR.

Mrs S Phillips - Assistant Headteacher, SENCo and Director of EYFS

Mrs Phillips began working at Warley Primary School in 1998.  Mrs Phillips is responsible for the Early Years Foundation Stage and is also the SENCo, overseeing the school provision for children with SEN.  Mrs Phillips is a fully qualified SENCo after undertaking the National Award for SEN coordination.  Mrs Phillips is also the Music Coordinator.

Mrs C O'Connor - School Business Manager

Mrs O'Connor is an experienced Business Manager who joined the school in September 2016.  Mrs O'Connor worked for many years at a school In Havering.  Mrs O'Connor manages the administration, catering and site teams at Warley.

Class Teachers

Miss P Russell - Reception Class Teacher 

Miss Russell joined Warley in September 2019 and is in her fifth year of teaching. She has experience of teaching in Early years and also KS2, whilst studying at the University of Greenwich. Miss Russell is the school's Phonics Coordinator. 

Mr T Fulk - Reception Class Teacher

Mr Fulk worked as a qualified Cricket coach, prior to becoming a Primary School teacher. Due to his passion for sport, he currently leads PE across the school. 

Miss A Lygoe - Year 1 Class Teacher

Miss Lygoe joined the school last year and has a passion for teaching in the early years. She has lived locally all her life, attending local primary and secondary schools and is also a keen musician. Miss Lygoe is our Geography Coordinator. 

Miss A Envill - Year 1 Class Teacher 

Miss Envill joined the school five years ago as a volunteer. Since then, she has completed her teacher training and is in her third year of teaching. Miss Envill loves being creative and is currently our Art Lead.

Mrs K Smith - Year 2 Class Teacher and KS1 Lead Teacher

Mrs Smith has worked at Warley Primary for a number of years. She has vast experience of working in the early years, supporting children with developing their early reading using Phonics. She is currently one of the school's Computing Coordinators and KS1 Lead teacher.

Mrs P Wagner - Year 2 Class Teacher

Mrs Wagner is an experienced teacher, having taught in a number of local Essex schools. She joined the school this year and has a passion for History, coordinating the subject across the school. 

Mr R Hughes - Year 3 Class Teacher 

Mr Hughes joined the school last year. He previously taught in a school in Havering and also has experience of working in an enhanced provision.  Mr Hughes is jointly responsible for leading Computing. 

Mrs C Ridley - Year 3 Class Teacher

Mrs Ridley joined the school this year and has experience of teaching KS2 in local Essex schools. Mrs Ridley is currently part of the Maths Leader Team. 

Miss G Cousins - Year 4 Class Teacher (2 days per week)

Miss Cousins is new to Warley this year, having spent several years teaching at another local school. She is leading RSHE, alongside Miss Nicholas.

Mrs C Hague - Year 4 Class Teacher (3 days per week)

Mrs Hague moved to Warley Primary in September 2023, having taught for many years at a school in Grays. She leads DT in the school. 

Miss E Larkin - Year 4 Class Teacher

Miss Larkin started at Warley Primary in September 2023, having taught for several years in Westminster. She is part of our English Subject Leader Team. 

Mrs B Quinn - Year 5 Class Teacher 

Mrs Quinn moved to Warley Primary in September 2023, having completed her first year of teaching at a school in Havering. She is leading RE at Warley. 

Mrs H Collins - Year 6 Class Teacher

Mrs Collins joined the school in September 2021 and has experience of teaching across KS2. She is responsible for jointly leading 'Love of Reading' across the school.

Miss T Nicholas - Year 6 Class Teacher (2 days per week)

Miss Nicholas joined Warley in September 2023. She has experience teaching in a number of schools across Essex and is leading RSHE, alongside Miss Cousins. 

Mrs E Holtom - Year 6 Class Teacher (3 days per week)

Mrs Holtom has worked at the school for eight years and has previously taught in all Key stages across the school. Mrs Holtom is responsible for coordinating English.

Miss H Carrington - SEND Teacher & Assistant SENCo

Miss Carrington is the teacher in our SEN class.  She is in her seventh year of teaching and joined the school in September 2016.  Having lived locally all her life, Miss Carrington is a former pupil of Warley Primary.  Miss Carrington is our Science Leader.

Sports Coaches

Mr K Lamont

Mr Lamont is a specialist sports coach who teaches PE to all children across the school.  He has been working at Warley Primary School since 2003. Mr Lamont coaches a range of sports including: Football, Cricket, Basketball, Tennis and Rounders.

Mr R Collins - Sports Teaching Assistant and Learning Mentor

Mr Collins joined the school in 2018 and recently completed his qualification in Primary School Sports Coaching.  He also undertakes a learning mentor role, supporting a number of children on a 1:1 basis.  Mr Collins also works in Year 6, supporting pupils as a teaching assistant.

Teaching Assistants

Administration Staff

Mrs A Pemberton

Mrs C Spyrides

School Catering Staff

Mrs L Lord- School Catering Manager

Mrs B Finch

Mrs J Yuen

Mrs G Ives

The Sunshine Room (Breakfast and After School Club)

Mrs B Finch - Sunshine Club Manager

Mrs S Davey

Mrs J Smith

Miss K Spearman

Mrs J Dean

Miss Sara Morris

Site Manager

Mr D Snooks

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