The Grown-Up Foresters!

We have a team of dedicated and highly inspirational teachers and support staff here at Forest Preparatory School.

To contact individual members of staff please click on their email send button, alternatively please telephone the school office.

 

 

Senior Leadership Team

Mr Graeme Booth

Headmaster and Year 3 Teacher (Fridays)
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) with QTS (Manchester Metropolitan University)

At Forest we believe that we have found a perfect balance in pursuing academic excellence whilst at the same time maintaining strong pastoral care standards. We strongly believe that if a child is happy they will learn and if they have...

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Mrs Beverley Budd

Deputy Head (Academic & EYFS)
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) with QTS (Nottingham)

The school has high expectations, which the children match with their very strong work ethic. Our small classes enable us to have a broad and challenging curriculum. Children are well prepared for the next stage of their education and we...

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Ms Susan Wellings

Deputy Head (Pastoral) and Director of Music
Qualifications:
B.Mus. (Hons) (QCM), Grad.Dip.Arts Mgt (BBK), Grad.Dip.Teach (CQU), A.Mus.A (AMEB)

Additional Role: Attendance Champion Our Foresters are supported to flourish during their time here.  It is incredibly special to see the children develop year on year as individuals, to create strong relationships with their families and help build a foundation...

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Mrs Helen Bradley

Assistant Head and Year 2 Teacher
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) with QTS (Hull University)

Year 2 develops a secure foundation in preparation for Upper School. We pride ourselves in providing the children with a secure and reassuring learning experience where the classroom environment is both exciting and purposeful. Each day centres around activities which...

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Mr Rick Hyde

Year 5 Teacher and DSL
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) (Staffordshire University) PGCE (Leicester University)

Children are at the heart of all our teaching at Forest Preparatory School. We pride ourselves on providing a happy and secure environment where all successes are celebrated. Great emphasis is placed on the safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing of our...

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Our Dedicated Teachers

Mrs L Knowles

Year 6 Teacher
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) with QTS (Liverpool)

I feel incredibly proud and privileged to be part of our Year 6 journey at Forest, watching each child grow in confidence, character and independence. Through a nurturing and creative curriculum, we spark curiosity, encourage ambition and help every child...

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Mr C Francis

Year 4 Teacher
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) with QTS (University of Lancaster)

In Year 4 the children work on resilience and confidence. We have chilli challenges, Champions League competitions and memorable ways to learn and retain the curriculum. I pride myself on the relationships I build with the children and from this...

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Mrs J Eley

Year 3 Teacher
Qualifications:
Cert.Ed. (Didsbury College)

Life in Year 3 marks an exciting step up as pupils transition into Key Stage 2. A typical day is full of opportunities for intellectual, emotional, and social growth. By focusing on core skills and incorporating engaging teaching methods, we...

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Mrs E Burns

Year 1 Teacher
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) (University of Warwick), PGCE (Liverpool Hope University), Cert.Ed. (Alsager)

The transition from Early Years into Key Stage 1 is an exciting and important stage in a child’s education, and I take great pride in the progress our children make throughout Year 1, both pastorally and academically. Through a challenging...

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Mrs J Tourigny

French Teacher and Year 1 Teacher
Qualifications:
Certificate in Teaching (MFL)

As a specialist French teacher, my role is to inspire a genuine love of languages from an early age. Through engaging, age-appropriate lessons, I introduce pupils from Nursery to Year 6 to French vocabulary, conversation and culture, while building their...

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Mr J Bullock

Reception Teacher
Qualifications:
Education Studies BA (Hons) and Early Years Teacher status

As a nurturing Early Years specialist in Reception, I absolutely love working with our young Foresters and helping them take a momentous step in their learning journey. At Forest, we are passionate about providing children with the strong foundations they...

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Mrs C Singer

Kindergarten Teacher
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) Education with EYTS

Kindergarten is a magical time of learning, exploring and becoming independent. Our classroom is filled with exciting activities that spark imagination and build on the skills of Nursery, while preparing children to excel as they move forward in Reception.  We...

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Miss H Bardsley

Nursery Manager
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) Education with EYTS

We believe that every child is unique, and our aim in Nursery is to make sure they feel happy, loved, valued and confident from their very first day. I love creating fun, exciting experiences that spark children’s curiosity and allow...

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Mrs E Thomson

Head of Art
Qualifications:
B.Ed with QTS (University College of Chester)

From their very first marks in Nursery to accomplished compositions in Year 6, our pupils are given the space, materials and encouragement to think and create like true artists. Art at Forest Prep is more than a subject, it is...

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Mr S Rimmer

PE Teacher
Qualifications:
BA (Honours) in Physical Education and School Sport

Mrs H Mulholland

SENCO
Qualifications:
Accredited Level 5 - Certficate in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support and Intervention

As a parent of two boys who both attended Forest, I have experienced the school not only as a member of staff, but as a parent. I saw how the nurturing, inclusive approach helped them develop the confidence, independence and...

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Our Talented Teaching Assistants

Mrs S Howland

Year 6 Teaching Assistant & Marketing Officer
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 2

Marketing Contact: marketing@forestschool.co.uk  Year 6 Contact: showland@forestschool.co.uk School Office: 0161-980-4075

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Mrs A Johal

Year 5 Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 3

Additional Role: Designated Fire Warden (Upper School)

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Mr D Gall

Year 4 Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 2

Miss A McRae

Year 3 Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 3

Mrs J McClearn

Year 2 Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 (Children's learning development and care)

Mrs N Wells

Year 1 Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 3

Additional Role: Designated Fire Warden (Lower School)

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Mrs J Henderson

Reception Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 4

Additional Role: Lead First Aider

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Mrs E Bramwell

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
QTS

Miss K Naylor

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 2

Miss A Saez

Nursery Practitioner
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 3

Miss Z Smith

Nursery Practitioner
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 1

Mrs A Moroney

Nursery Practitioner
Qualifications:
Teaching Assistant Level 3

Our Efficient Administration Team

Mrs E Birtles

Director of Operations

School Office: 0161-980-4075

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Mrs C Peers

Bursar

School Office: 0161-980-4075 Additional Role: Designated Fire Warden (Roll Calls and Staff)

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Mrs E Daniels

Registrar

School Office: 0161-980-4075 Mrs Daniels works on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

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Our Wonderful Support Staff

Mr B Edwards

Site Manager

Additional Role: Designated Fire Marshall

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Mrs S Miah

Midday and Wraparound Assistant

Mrs S Singhal

Midday and Wraparound Assistant

Mr T Cunliffe

Midday Assistant
Qualifications:
CACHE Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learing in Schools 

Mrs S Booth

Wraparound Assistant

Mr S Bate (Chef Simon)

Chef Manager
Qualifications:
Level 2 Food Hygiene

Mrs A Wild

Catering Assistant
Qualifications:
Level 2 Food Hygiene

Mrs C Davies

Catering Assistant
Qualifications:
Level 2 Food Hygiene

Our Precious School Pets!

Maggie and Ronnie

Our School Dogs
Qualifications:
Wags, Cuddles and Lots of Fuss

Rosie and Ruby

Our School Pygmy Goats
Qualifications:
Fun and Chaos!

George and Mildred

Our School Tortoises
Qualifications:
Calmness and Tranquility

Additional Forest Staff

Miss M Pitau

Art Assistant

Ms D Flint

LAMDA Teacher

Mr J Fallon

Drum Teacher

Mrs C Woodward

Violin Teacher

Miss N Shaw

Brass Tutor

Miss C Todd

Voice Teacher

Mrs H Fosbrok

Flute and Piano Tutor

Miss N Savicevic

Piano Tutor

Mr D Cowen

ICT Support Technician

Mrs Y Or

School Cleaner

Mrs M Yeung

School Cleaner

 

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"Forest Preparatory School is warm and welcoming and a great place to work. Every teacher knows every child by name and the sense of community is felt very strongly by the children, teachers and parents alike." Teacher
Join us for our Outdoor Play Morning

Saturday 19th September | 10:00–11:00

Come and spend a fun-filled morning with your little one in our Outdoor Learning Classroom, where you can enjoy a range of engaging activities together. As an extra treat, you’ll also have the chance to meet our friendly pygmy goats!

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Suitable for prospective families with little ones who maybe exploring Early Years education.

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