We are a small, dedicated and hardworking team with four class teachers supported by a teaching headteacher, a sports coach and an Arts specialist. We are fortunate enough to have a fantastic range of support staff including friendly office staff, long-serving lunchtime supervisors, a knowledgable IT technician and various reliable volunteers.
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Gary Price
Headteacher, SENDCo and DSL MA, MEd, BMus(Hons), LTCL, LRSM, PGCE, NPQH, CertSENCo 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. |
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Peter Feldon
Assistant Headteacher, Otters Class Teacher and DDSL PGCE, BA (Hons), Cert in Personnel Practice and Level 1 FA Football Coaching I am in my 15th 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 and I run an after-school coding club for KS1 and KS2. 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 and cycling. |
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Tilya Kibble
Foxes Class Teacher BA (Hons) Primary Education This is my third year working at Horsley as the reception class teacher and no two days have been the same! I love nothing more than changing the role play area into new and exciting creations, dressing up and acting out stories to engage little minds. I am particularly enthusiastic about teaching early reading through phonics and love to watch children develop in confidence and independence as they move through the school. When I am not busy working, I love to go for walks, cuddle my ragdoll kitten ‘Teddy’ and go out for tea and cake! |
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Joanne Wykes
Owls Class Teacher BA (Hons) English Literature I wanted to be a teacher ever since I was 5 years old and have loved my job ever since qualifying in 2005. I 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 and using my Forest School Qualification to support outdoor learning. 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! |
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Georgina Saddington
Badgers Class Teacher BA (Hons) Mathematics with QTS, Foundation Diploma in Art &Design, Level 1 Cert Counselling Skills 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. |
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Elizabeth Barr
Art Specialist BA (Hons) Fine Art, PGCE 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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James Jeffery
P.E. Teacher and sports coach HND Recreation and Leisure Management, Modern Apprenticeship Sport Operations and Development, Football Association Level 2 and English Cricket Board Level 1 Having started at Horsley Primary School in 2003 I have thoroughly enjoyed my role in PE lessons and after school clubs. I have been based at Archway School since 2002 until 2020 when I moved to Atlas Sports. Hugely passionate about sport and physical activity all of my life I am now the School Games Organiser for Stroud District overseeing the development and implementation of schemes for school children and am hugely proud of Horsley's success in recent years. My free time is spent cycling, playing numerous sports, coaching football and enjoying free time with my wife and two boys. |
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Julia Finlow
Administrator B.Ed (Hons), Cert in Counselling Skills, MA/Diploma in non-directive Play Therapy 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 BEd (Hons) in Primary Education and Qualified Emotional Literacy Support Assistant 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 and renovating our new home in Nailsworth. Our favourite family pastime is cycling around the Forest of Dean. |
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Cathy Brown
Teaching Assistant and HLTA Firstly, I love teaching and have been a HLTA / TA for over 20 years. Being at Horsley, in the classroom, surrounded by children eager to learn is a privilege and joy. I have worked in a few schools across Early Years, KS1 and KS2 and am currently working within Owls class. When I’m not at school, I love spending time with family and friends, visiting France, and nipping off in the camper van. Living in this lovely area, I also enjoy: being outdoors, walking the dog and listening to live music when I can. |
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Emily Clarke
Teaching Assistant TBC |
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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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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. |
