I moved to Kirkby Lonsdale in 2021 and feel really privileged to live in such a wonderful place and community.  My children attend St Mary’s School, and I have joined the Board of Governors as a parent governor.  I am a qualified Chartered Accountant and have over 25 years” experience of working as an accountant […]

I am a college lecturer specialising in music and sound production but involved with the delivery of media courses involving film, TV and games development. Aside from working in education I have worked as a freelance music producer, ran a successful recording studio and supported my youthful attempts to make it as a musician by […]

Adrian has been in education and teaching for over 33 years, 25 of which have been in leadership positions. Throughout his career he has worked at every level, from teaching to all levels of leadership, including Head of Department, Assistant Head and Senior Deputy Head. Adrian also works in a consultative capacity, supporting schools, teachers […]

Originally from the south of England, I trained as a history and English teacher in London. In between bringing up four children, I spent most of my career working with pupils with learning and behavioural difficulties. My final post at a large comprehensive in Stockton-on-Tees was as assistant SENCO then head of year 7 with […]

Graeme brings a range of specialisms to the Board of Governors and currently monitors Health and Safety. Graeme is a former parent and now has children in higher education. Graeme is currently Chair of the Finance, Staffing, Resources, Health and Safety Cttee.

Katie Jamieson is our Deputy Headteacher and Reception teacher.

Duncan Bromley is our Deputy Head teacher and Year 6 teacher.

I have taught in five schools in Cumbria and Derbyshire. I was previously the headteacher at Allithwaite CE School. I have two daughters who keep me very busy! I am passionate about teaching and keen to see all children in our care discover their talents and flourish. I studied Geology at university and love to […]

I am a retired secondary school teacher of geography and maths. My career was in both maintained and independent sectors, largely in residential schools, and I was latterly a Head of Boarding.  Having retired to live in Casterton, I fill my time by volunteering for the Samaritans, being involved with Kirkby Lonsdale Methodist Church, and […]

I am very proud to work with the Governing Body at St Mary’s. Governors are very conscientious and caring – they go the extra mile to ensure pupils have a safe, exciting and stimulating learning environment and to support staff wellbeing. This is particularly very evident during these challenging times. Despite this, meetings are always uplifting […]

I studied at the University of Cumbria, where I graduated with a First Class degree in Primary Education. As part of this, I did my first teaching placement at St Mary’s in the Reception class which was back in 2016. Since then, I have worked in various schools in Cumbria and Lancashire, as well as […]

Originally from Edinburgh, I moved here with my wife Sam who grew up at Mansergh near Kirkby Lonsdale and attended St Mary’s when it opened.  I have 4 children, 3 of which have progressed from the school to Queen Elizabeth School and one is still working her way through.  My background is providing financial and […]