Who's Who
Executive Head teacher (Holme and Stilton schools)
Mrs Clara King
Welcome to Holme C.E Primary Academy. My name is Mrs King and I am the Executive Headteacher for both Holme and Stilton. Previous to my role here I was the Deputy Headteacher at a large Primary School in Peterborough where I began my teaching career over 13 years ago.
Within school I oversee all aspects of teaching and learning as well as having many other hats such as the Designated Safeguarding Lead. I have a passion for reading so over sharing lots of stories with all of the children, and also have a keen interest in mathematics and the arts.
Outside of school I am happily married with two children, Logan and Casey, and we love spending time exploring the outdoors and going on family adventures. We also have a puggle called Minnie, who we enjoy taking on long walks in the countryside.
Hedgehog's teacher (Reception)
Mrs Ruth Banner
My name is Mrs Banner and I live with Mr Banner and my three lovely boys. I have been teaching for 12 years, exclusively in the EYFS (Reception and Nursery) and Year 1.
I love being creative and exploring nature and I like to get outside with my children whenever I can. I am also the History and Geography lead in school and am responsible for ensuring pupils receive a knowledge rich, carefully sequenced but fun and creative curriculum.
Owl's class teacher (Yr1/2)
Mrs Tracey Hood
My name is Mrs Hood. I currently teach Owls class, a mixed class of year 1 and 2 children, which I have been teaching for the past 3 years. Prior to teaching at Holme, I have previously taught across KS2 and KS1. I have however, not always been a teacher and before having my own children I was a Scientist involved in medical genetic research.
I have a strong passion for many areas of the curriculum and at present lead Mathematics and Science curriculums.
In my spare time, you can always find me pottering in my garden, reading a book and finding lots of new exciting ones to share in school, going for a walk or planning our next holiday.
Squirrel's class teacher (Yr 3/4)
Miss Racheal Weeks
I am Miss Weeks and I am the Squirrels class teacher. I have been at Holme for just over a year and absolutely love our small but mighty school. I have a passion for the arts, including drama, and love to try and think of creative ways to explore our knowledge rich curriculum.
Outside of school, I am a keen horse rider and quite regularly a foster mummy to doggies looking for a new home.
Foxes teacher (Yr 5/6)
Miss Kate Williams
Hello, I am Miss Williams. I am the Foxes class teacher, a mixed class of year 5 and 6 children. I am very lucky because I previously taught in Year 3 and 4 so I know the Year 5 and 6 children very well already! I have been at Holme for 4 years now and have really enjoyed seeing the children progress through KS2.
Prior to teaching at Holme, I was a peripatetic music and French teacher, travelling to numerous schools throughout the region. I have my grade VIII practical and theoretical music qualification and play a total of 8 different instruments, however, I specialise in woodwind. I am also a fully qualified horse riding instructor and I previously worked at a riding school teaching children to ride. Prior to teaching, my main roles were in sales and sales training.
My hobbies are primarily music and horse riding. I am a keen dressage rider and have competed frequently in the past. I also enjoy playing tennis, reading and I am a budding historian with an avid interest in Tudor history.
Office staff
School Secretary
Mrs Sue Holmes
Hi, I'm Mrs Holmes. I have worked in Holme School for 25 years now, 18 of those I worked as a T.A in many of the classes but mostly in the Year 1 & Year 2 class. Seven years ago I successfully applied for the job as the school secretary and I absolutely love it!
I originally started working as a helping mum in reception and haven't left since. I live in the village which is very handy for me but I absolutely love working in our small but mighty village school!
I have been happily married for almost 33 years now and I have two amazing children, Andrew and Gemma. I am over the moon to recently become a nan as Andrew and his partner Sarah had a daughter called Ivy during lockdown!
Most of you probably know that crafting is my passion and I thoroughly enjoy mainly making cards but also enjoy cross stitch and embroidery too.
Finance Secretary (Holme and Stilton Schools)
Mrs Nicki Fyfe
Office Co-ordinator (Holme and Stilton schools)
Mrs Tracey Carroll
Teaching Assistants
Challenge and Inclusion Teaching Assistant (Holme and Stilton schools)
Mrs Kay Dee
My name is Kay Dee and I am the Challenge and Inclusion Teaching Assistant across both Holme C of E Primary Academy and Stilton C of E Primary Academy. Within my role, I work alongside the SENCo and liase with outside agencies such as the Specialist Education Team, Speech and Language Therapy, Emotional Health and Wellbeing Service to name but a few, to ensure that all children get the targeted support they need within our school. I deliver training and share information with parents to ensure an inclusive approach to in school support, ensuring that effective working relationships between school and families are developed and maintained. I mentor, monitor and upskill all teaching assistants to develop good practise and to ensure that our children are getting the most up to date support and intervention we can possibly give. Previously, I was a teaching assistant for 12 years and worked in all year groups from Reception through to year 6. A huge passion of mine is Phonics and reading and I love nothing more than listening to children read and sharing the love of phonics with children through reading. Five and a half years ago I qualified as a Zumba Instructor which led me to go on and take a qualification in Junior Kids Zumba (Key Stage1) Kids Zumba (Key Stage 2) and Yoga for Schools all of which I practice regularly within school. I am a married Mum to two handsome young men, George who is 26 and Harry who is 19 and we have a gorgeous little Westie called Teddy.
Mr Matthew Batty
I am Mr Batty. I am currently the Teaching Assistant for Year 5 and 6. My first job in education was as a Secondary Science teacher, I also spent 4 terms working as a Secondary Supply teacher before leaving to be a full time carer to my 2 children. When my children started Primary school I volunteered as a helper; first listening to readers before being a general assistant in Reception class. I was offered a Teaching Assistant and Midday supervisor role (part-time) in 2012 and by the 2015-16 academic year I was a teaching assistant for just over 20 hours a week, mainly in years 5 and 6. I accepted a part-time teaching role for 1 year in years 3 and 4 for the 2017-18 academic year and returned to my TA role the year after, as well as providing NQT relief cover for years 3 and 4. In addition I still work as a Midday supervisor on two lunchtimes a week. As a fully qualified teacher, I do also cover classes now and again but my preference is the Foxes Class. My main areas of strength are Maths and Science, I also have an interest in History. I enjoy spending time with my family, playing golf, cooking, reading, going to the cinema and playing video games.
Mrs Ellie Hall
My name is Mrs Hall and I have been working as a teaching assistant for the past 14 years. I have worked in various classes supporting pupils learning, either in a 1:1 role or as a general teaching assistant. Prior to that I worked in a rural pre-school setting for two years.
I am currently based in the reception (EYFS) class and have been supporting the learning in that class for the past 11 years.
I am interested in fitness, social and emotional well-being,cooking, vintage and retro fashion.
Mrs Rachel Cattell
My name is Rachel Cattell. I live in the village of Holme and feel very lucky to be able to work in my village community. I predominantly work with ‘Foxes’ class as a teaching assistant and enjoy seeing the children grow and develop as they prepare for the transition to secondary school. I especially enjoy developing reading skills and encouraging children to read different genres of literature.
Mrs Lauren Cartwright (maternity leave)
Hello, my name is Mrs Cartwright. I live with my husband, my nearly 18-month-old little boy and my Jack Russel cross Lakeland Terrier, Poppy.
Having worked in secondary schools for 5 years moving into primary has been an exciting challenge. My previous roles have seen me focus upon developing the phonics, handwriting, reading and writing skills of younger children up to GCSE and A-Level age, working both 1:1, in small groups and in the classroom setting. It is really important to me that all children and young people are given equal access to opportunities to develop the literacy skills they need to express themselves. My love of English started when I was at primary school, I was (and remain) a real bookworm! This love of reading has stayed with me and led me to study for a degree in English Literature.
When not at school you’ll probably find me doing something active – I enjoy long walks (I’ve climbed Snowdon and Scafell Pike – just Ben Nevis left in the UK) and going running with my dog. If we have inclement weather I’ll curl up with a good book or watch a history documentary.
Mrs Laura Fisher
Mrs Stephanie Parsons
Mrs Nicki Smith
Midday staff
Mr Matthew Batty
Mrs Rachel Cattell
Mrs Lauren Cartwright (maternity leave)
Mrs Laura Fisher
Mrs Ellie Hall
Mrs Nicki Smith
After school club staff
Miss Kelly Fox
Mrs Teresa Cater-Knowles
Hello, my name is Mrs Cater-Knowles (Mrs C.K to the children). I work in Owls class, with year 1s and 2s. 18 years ago I started my journey in education at Holme Pre-school, where I worked for 6 years, then Holme Primary as a midday assistant, plus 1 to 1 learning support. Over my time here I have worked in all four classes, but mostly Owls. You will also find me in breakfast club, morning circuits with Mrs Hall, and at the end of day in Stay and Play. Some of the children get to do E.R.T with me, which is a phonic intervention, or they may do some introduction to numicon, which is a great mathematical aid. I look forward to school plays, where I get to use my arts and crafts to make props, scenery and face paint. At home I spend time with my family and animals (horses, dogs and cat), enjoying walks and hacks through the countryside. Before working in education I ran my own business, enjoying making flower arrangements, bouquets etc.
Site staff
Mr Kevin Adcock (Site Manager - across both Holme and Stilton)
Mrs Tina Rushbrook (cleaner)
Mrs Abigail Stacey (cleaner)