Staff
We are a small, dedicated and hardworking team with five class teachers and an Arts specialist. We are fortunate enough to have a fantastic range of Teaching Assistants. They are supported by the efficient office staff, long-serving lunchtime supervisors, sports coach, IT technician and a steadfast volunteer who helps out twice a week.
Gary Price MA, MEd, BMus(Hons), LTCL, LRSM, PGCE, NPQH, CertSENCo
Headteacher and SENCO
Having devoted the first part of my career to music education, I’ve spent over ten years working in a diverse range of primary schools and loved every minute of it! When I’m not working, I’m either being a dad, lane swimming in the early hours, tinkering on the piano, or tending my prized herbaceous borders. It’s an absolute pleasure to be the Headteacher and responsible for SEND provision at Horsley.
Headteacher and SENCO
Having devoted the first part of my career to music education, I’ve spent over ten years working in a diverse range of primary schools and loved every minute of it! When I’m not working, I’m either being a dad, lane swimming in the early hours, tinkering on the piano, or tending my prized herbaceous borders. It’s an absolute pleasure to be the Headteacher and responsible for SEND provision at Horsley.
Pete Feldon PGCE, BA, Level 1 FA Football Coaching, Cert in Personnel Practice
Assistant Headteacher, Owls Class Teacher and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
I am in my 14th year of teaching and have taught in a range of primary settings. I love teaching all age groups and all subjects. I am the English lead and love to discover new children's books. My specialisms are in P.E. and Computing.
One of my biggest loves is my cockerpoo, Ruby. We go on long walks in the countryside where I take photos, and she chases birds. I spend my free time keeping fit by group training, running and spin classes.
Assistant Headteacher, Owls Class Teacher and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
I am in my 14th year of teaching and have taught in a range of primary settings. I love teaching all age groups and all subjects. I am the English lead and love to discover new children's books. My specialisms are in P.E. and Computing.
One of my biggest loves is my cockerpoo, Ruby. We go on long walks in the countryside where I take photos, and she chases birds. I spend my free time keeping fit by group training, running and spin classes.
Tilya Kibble BA (Hons) Primary Education
Foxes and Squirrels class teacher
I was fortunate enough to starting my teaching career in Foxes and Squirrels class, teaching a mixed reception/year 1 class. The pathway that I chose into teaching meant that I could work as a teaching assistant for three years in two different local schools alongside my Education and Learning degree.
Working at Horsley school really makes me happy as I love the small village community feeling that Horsley offers. I particularly enjoy working within the early years because I love being creative and encouraging learning through play and exploration. One of my many goals as a teacher is to create a love for learning that I fortunately developed early on as a child myself. Outside school, I enjoy eating out, meeting family and friends and going on long walks.
Foxes and Squirrels class teacher
I was fortunate enough to starting my teaching career in Foxes and Squirrels class, teaching a mixed reception/year 1 class. The pathway that I chose into teaching meant that I could work as a teaching assistant for three years in two different local schools alongside my Education and Learning degree.
Working at Horsley school really makes me happy as I love the small village community feeling that Horsley offers. I particularly enjoy working within the early years because I love being creative and encouraging learning through play and exploration. One of my many goals as a teacher is to create a love for learning that I fortunately developed early on as a child myself. Outside school, I enjoy eating out, meeting family and friends and going on long walks.
Joanne Wykes BA Hons English Literature
Badgers class teacher
I am currently the teacher of Badgers class which consists of Year 1 and Year 2 children. I have been teaching for 14 years and still wake up as excited to spend the day learning as I did on my very first day as a teacher. I enjoy learning outside with my class and using my Forest School Qualification to support outdoor learning at Horsley. I aim to ensure all children in my care learn the skills they need for their adventure in the big wide world. When I am not at school I enjoy exploring the countryside with a picnic and a new book!
Badgers class teacher
I am currently the teacher of Badgers class which consists of Year 1 and Year 2 children. I have been teaching for 14 years and still wake up as excited to spend the day learning as I did on my very first day as a teacher. I enjoy learning outside with my class and using my Forest School Qualification to support outdoor learning at Horsley. I aim to ensure all children in my care learn the skills they need for their adventure in the big wide world. When I am not at school I enjoy exploring the countryside with a picnic and a new book!
Georgina Saddington BA(Hons) Mathematics with QTS, Foundation Diploma in Art &Design, Level 1 Cert Counselling Skills
Otters Class Teacher and Interventions Teaching Assistant
I have been a teacher since 2001, and have worked in a variety of schools throughout that time. I love working with young people and one of my favourite places to be is in a classroom. I am happiest when wandering around Westonbirt Arboretum, or sitting in a coffee shop watching the world go by. I try to be creative wherever I can, and am an avid reader. I also enjoy running and yoga. I love visiting new places, and enjoyed a European tour for my fortieth birthday this Summer.
Otters Class Teacher and Interventions Teaching Assistant
I have been a teacher since 2001, and have worked in a variety of schools throughout that time. I love working with young people and one of my favourite places to be is in a classroom. I am happiest when wandering around Westonbirt Arboretum, or sitting in a coffee shop watching the world go by. I try to be creative wherever I can, and am an avid reader. I also enjoy running and yoga. I love visiting new places, and enjoyed a European tour for my fortieth birthday this Summer.
Elizabeth Barr BA (Hons) Fine Art, PGCE
Art Specialist
I qualified as an art teacher in 1998 from Homerton College Cambridge. I have fine art degree from Aberystwyth University having specialised in print making. I was Head of Art at Nottingham High School until my daughter was born. I began teaching at Horsley when we relocated to the village in 2015 and my daughters Isobel and Cassandra started at the school. I also run Art Adventurers after school clubs as well as local workshops in the school time. Since moving to the area I have learned to needle felt and enjoy every kind of art and craft activity in my spare time.
Art Specialist
I qualified as an art teacher in 1998 from Homerton College Cambridge. I have fine art degree from Aberystwyth University having specialised in print making. I was Head of Art at Nottingham High School until my daughter was born. I began teaching at Horsley when we relocated to the village in 2015 and my daughters Isobel and Cassandra started at the school. I also run Art Adventurers after school clubs as well as local workshops in the school time. Since moving to the area I have learned to needle felt and enjoy every kind of art and craft activity in my spare time.
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Sarah Edgell BA (Hons)
School Business Manager I have worked at Horsley since 2007 since my second child started in reception. I was originally the School Secretary but the nature and responsibilities of my role have changed greatly in that time. I am now responsible for managing the school office and premises, overseeing everything from cleaning and catering through to HR, Finance and whole school administration. I am a language graduate and have a life-long love of literature, particularly 19th century novels. When not at work I love spending time with friends and family. |
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Julia Finlow B.Ed (Hons), Cert in Counselling Skills, MA/Diploma in non-directive Play Therapy
Administrator I originally come from a primary teaching background, having taught in my home city of Birmingham (bostin’!) for many years, before relocating to this area. Currently spreading myself across 2 roles (not including the all-consuming role of mum to 2 boys, one of whom still attends Horsley School), I am a lecturer in Early Years Care and Education at Cirencester College, and more recently have joined the office staff as one of the administrators, a job which I thoroughly enjoy for its varied and broad demands, as well as the daily contact with both children and parents. In my spare time, I like to wear my pyjamas! |
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Jo Everett B.Ed (Hons) Primary Education
Teaching Assistant and HLTA I am a Teaching Assistant working within Foxes & Badgers classes which I thoroughly enjoy! I love being involved in all aspects of school life, including playing ‘The Funny looking Fairy’ in the School Christmas Pantomime production! Prior to this I had the pleasure of running ‘Horsley Baby & Toddlers Group’, as well as being Mummy to my three children, all of which attend Horsley School. As a family we have tons of energy! We have many hobbies including caring for our many pets & renovating our new home in Nailsworth. Our favourite family pastime is cycling around the Forest of Dean. |
Lynn Stride
Administrative Assistant
I worked in advertising for almost 20 years before I married and moved to Horsley to start a family. We lived in Texas for three years but returned to the UK so both our children could attend Horsley School. I started volunteering in 2001 then became a member of staff in 2008, initially supporting children with reading and lunchtime supervision and more recently as admin assistant. I also volunteer at Horsley shop and help to produce the two village magazines. In my spare time I am most happy at home being mum and wife but also like foreign travel and
sport – especially Formula One.
Administrative Assistant
I worked in advertising for almost 20 years before I married and moved to Horsley to start a family. We lived in Texas for three years but returned to the UK so both our children could attend Horsley School. I started volunteering in 2001 then became a member of staff in 2008, initially supporting children with reading and lunchtime supervision and more recently as admin assistant. I also volunteer at Horsley shop and help to produce the two village magazines. In my spare time I am most happy at home being mum and wife but also like foreign travel and
sport – especially Formula One.
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Wendy Freeman
Lunchtime Supervisor and Breakfast Club Leader I have lived in Horsley for 34 years and counting, and am in my 16th year as a lunchtime supervisor. I am also the leader of the school's breakfast club. My eldest daughter and her eldest daughter (my granddaughter) attended Horsley School. I love my job and look forward to coming to school every day. |
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Shirley Townsend
Lunchtime Supervisor The school's longest serving member of staff, Shirley started as a Teaching Assistant in Infants, and continues to help each day as a Midday Supervisor. When not at school, Shirley is an enthusiastic and talented artist. |
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Sonia Tomkinson
Teaching Assistant and ELSA lead After studying for a Business & Finance qualification, I worked for many years in Marketing and, latterly, in Human Resources, at a local world class engineering company. In 2007 I left to become a full-time mum. During this time, I took the opportunity to retrain and was delighted to secure a position at Horsley School in September 2010, working with Mrs Gibson in Foxes class. |
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Cathy Brown
Teaching Assistant and HLTA I started off working in the finance sector and always knew that I wanted to teach. Happily, I’ve now been teaching in primary schools for over 20 years and I still love it! During this time, I’ve taught all ages from Early Years to Year 6 and also have been a school governor and P.T.A member. I enjoy being involved in all aspects of school life. When I’m not at school, I love spending time with the family, visiting France and nipping off in the camper van. I also enjoy being outdoors, walking the dog, keeping fit and dancing crazily at concerts. |
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Karen Whiting MA, BA (Hons), PGCE
Teaching Assistant and HLTA After spending several years teaching Art at secondary level I have now finally gravitated towards working with smaller groups of children within a primary setting. I have 3 children of my own who keep me very busy when I’m not at school. I also have a little pug ‘Clifford’ who keeps me sane and takes me out on daily long walks! Gill Costello
Volunteer I was a PA in London for 35 years. When I retired I moved to Stroud to be near my daughter and her family (my 3 grand daughters all went to Horsley School). I wanted to spend my time doing something worthwhile - so I came to Horsley as a volunteer in December 2004 and have been here ever since! I love the atmosphere of the school and help out wherever I can. My hobbies are gardening, reading and travelling. |
