Our Team

James Humphries

Headteacher

Children and adults love learning in this school. It is a privilege to lead a school that serves such a genuinely mixed and diverse community.

Grant Jacobson

Deputy Headteacher, SENDCO and Assessment Lead

I love working at Kentish Town CE Primary School because it is like being a part of a very big family where everyone supports each other and has lots of fun learning!

Ryan Kirkpatrick

Assistant Headteacher/Year 4 Teacher/Maths Lead

Emma Benham

Assistant Headteacher/Maths and KS1 Lead

Working at Kentish Town is a real privilege- the families, staff and children have been incredibly supportive and welcoming. Inclusion and high expectations for all are at the heart of what we do here and that’s why it is such a special place.

Miriam Nadarajah

Teacher in Charge of the Autism Resource Base (ARB)

I love working with the children, families and staff at KTS to make sure everyone has a great time at school.

Tracy Nolan

Senior Nursery Practitioner and Early Years Lead

I love the fun and friendly atmosphere.

Emily Fox

Reception Class Teacher and Phonics Lead

I love working in such a friendly, inclusive and supportive school where everyone is involved in making the school such a wonderful place to be.

Ellie Smith

Year 1 Teacher, Design and Technology Lead

Hi I’m Ellie, I’ve been working in education for over 7 years. I have a masters in psychology and background in science. I’m passionate about Design Technology and STEM in schools, and love getting creative with art in the classroom. I also enjoy reading and exploring nature

Chloe Price

Year 2 Teacher/Computing Lead

I love being part of such a diverse school with a real community feel. KTS has an incredibly inclusive, supportive and friendly atmosphere with wonderful children and families who never fail to make every day exciting and different.

Joe Mahon

Year 3 Teacher - Science/Library Lead

I grew up in Kentish Town and still love living here, so it’s a real privilege to teach in such a welcoming and inclusive school in the heart of our community.

Ryan Kirkpatrick

Assistant Headteacher/Year 4 Teacher/Maths Lead

Flora Grant (on Sabbatical)

Year 4 Cover Teacher

I qualified as a teacher in 1996 and worked in Camden and Haringey schools until 2008 when I went to Spain to live.  Eleven years later, I was glad to once again be a member of the KTS staff.

Kate Agnew

Year 5 Teacher, English Lead

I’d known and admired Kentish Town for many years before I stared teaching here as I used to bring visiting authors to school. When it came to applying for teaching jobs, I knew this was the school where I really wanted to work and I’m delighted to be part of such a vibrant, inclusive community. 

Johnny Chapman

Year 6 Teacher / Geography and History Lead

I love working at Kentish Town because of all the amazing children, staff and families that are involved in making every day fun, different and exciting!

Emma Benham

Assistant Headteacher/Maths and KS1 Lead

Working at Kentish Town is a real privilege- the families, staff and children have been incredibly supportive and welcoming. Inclusion and high expectations for all are at the heart of what we do here and that’s why it is such a special place.

Karen Trussler

Pupil Premium Teacher/PPA Cover/Art Lead/French Teacher

It really is a pleasure to work in such a positive and inspirational inner city school with a real sense of community amongst the parents, children and staff.

Marcia Freixeiro

Teacher in Charge of the Autism Resource Base (ARB) / PSHE & C / Rights Respecting School Lead

I love being at KTS because it is such a happy and supportive school to work at.  As an inclusive school all KTS staff strive go give every child the best education they can possibly get.

Coren Peacock

Music Teacher, Music Lead

I love working at KTS because it’s the best school I have ever worked in.  The children are a dream to teach and the grown ups are the best colleagues ever.

Emma Secher

Tutor

I have taught in Camden since 2005 and have been tutoring one-to-one and small groups at KTS since 2010.

Judith Alexander

Tutor

I feel lucky to work in such a welcoming and inclusive school where children’s progress and well-being is at the centre of everything.

Chloe Dunbar

Early Years Educator

I love working with the children at KTS.  The school is a fun, friendly and inclusive place to work.  It’s a joy to be here!

Kahina Cheikh

Teaching Assistant

I enjoy working at Kentish Town because I love the children, we work as a team and we respect each other.

Maxine Ryan

Teaching Assistant

Kentish Town CE School is a unique friendly, inclusive school that welcomes everybody.

Shona Buckley

Teaching Assistant

Hi I’m Shona. I’ve been working in education for over 15 years now and really enjoy it. Being able to nurture and support the children throughout their educational journey that attend our school is very rewarding to me.

Debbie Puleston

Teaching Assistant

Both my children attended Kentish Town CE School and I am now employed in the school as a teaching assistant.

Rebecca Lyndon-Stanford

Teaching Assistant

There is a lot of love and laughter at KTS which feels so good for the children.  It is a really lovely school to work in.

Hayley Earls

Teaching Assistant

As a new member of the team, KTS is a friendly, welcoming environment to be in and the children are a joy to work with.

Karin Bartz

Teaching Assistant

I love working with the children, families and staff who make KTS a very special place, creating a warm-hearted school community.  I feel fortunate and inspired to be part of an amazing team.

Lorraine Benfield

Teaching Assistant (Interventions and Daily Supported Reading Leader)/Extended Schools Leader

We are one big happy family here at KTS.

Jahanara Jalil

Teaching and Bilingual Support Assistant

This is the perfect job because the school is like an extended family.  I get to come to work, be with my family and have fun.

Jean De Meyer

Teaching Assistant

I really enjoy working in such an inclusive environment.

Sharon Dyer

Teaching Assistant

I love working at KTS because it is a great place to work and we are a close community

Irene Hamilton

Teaching Assistant

My five children and two grandchildren all went here. I love doing the job that I’ve been doing for 25 years.

Caren Hamilton

Early Years Educator

I love working here because we are all such a close unit.

Cristina Hobbs

Teaching Assistant

I love this school because the people here are very friendly and welcoming and I found this made the transition to my new job a very pleasant experience.  The children are wonderful and the Special Needs Team are very dedicated to their jobs.

Shepa Kurshid

Teaching Assistant

I enjoy working at KTS because it’s a fully inclusive school.  It is a Christian school and I am a Muslim but I believe they have a strong respect for other cultures and beliefs.

Clare Lillywhite

Early Years Educator

Every day is different and I love making a difference to children’s lives.

Sharon McGran

Learning Mentor and Interventions Leader

Being at work is like home from home.  I love the inclusivity and diversity of KTS and I can’t imagine working anywhere else.

Lule Qerkezi

Teaching Assistant

I love working at Kentish Town School because we all respect each other.

Natalie Quinn

Teaching Assistant

I simply love the children. They’re great!

Ashleigh Wilson

PE Lead/Teaching Assistant

Sport and Exercise is my passion. I have competed and participated in sport all my life. I have a BA Honours Degree in Sports Coaching and Development from the University of Glasgow and a HNC in Applied Sports and Exercise Science.  I strive to create a fun and safe learning environment for all.

Katie Ansley

Teaching Assistant

I am a new member to the team at KTS and I enjoy it very much.  The staff were so welcoming and no two days are ever the same.  It is a rewarding job which I look forward to getting up for.

Jahanara Rahman

Midday Meals Supervisor

I enjoy working in Kentish Town School because everyone works as a team.

Nasima Majid

Teaching Assistant

I enjoy my job because I get to work with great children and it is very fulfilling role.  The school’s overall atmosphere is very lively and enjoyable.

Michelle Saunders

Teaching Assistant

I enjoy working with all the staff and children, there’s such a warm and friendly atmosphere.  KTS is a great place to work.

Niki Chidzero

Teaching Assistant

I have been working in schools for over a year now through an agency and I am really enjoying my time working at Kentish Town in Ash Class! I love knowing that I am helping children learn and understand new things.

Marina Aeboudoullah

Teaching Assistant

Adela Hurtado Saura

Teaching Assistant

Sagal Noor

Teaching Assistant

Sarah Haag

School Admin and Finance Officer

I love working at Kentish Town Primary School because it is a very happy community and everyone is very friendly.

Pam Ansley

School Admin and Finance Assistant/SEN Admin Assistant/Clerk to the Governors

I love being front of house at Kentish Town CE School and helping my school community any way I can.

Patti Burns

Admin and Finance Assistant

KTS is a lovely school to work in – everyone has been very welcoming and supportive.

Jimmy Galvin

Site Services Officer

Every morning when i open the gates, the children run in happy and full of energy, which is a great way to start the day. My role is varied with no two days the same.

Nichola Page

School Chef

Carol Thomas

School Lunch Team

Chad Whaid

School Lunch Team

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Stacey Davis

School Lunch Team