Our Staff

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!

Emma Benham

Assistant Headteacher/Co-Year 2 Teacher/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 Practictioner

I love the fun and friendly atmosphere.

Rachel Davis

Year 1 Teacher, Science Lead (Maternity Leave)

Emma Benham

Assistant Headteacher/Co-Year 2 Teacher/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.

Flora Grant

Co-Year 2 Teacher/PPA Cover

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.

Chloe Price

Year 3 Teacher/Computing Lead

Joe Mahon

Year 4 Teacher - Design & Technology/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.

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 / Humanities and Drama Lead/KS2 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!

Karen Trussler

Pupil Premium Teacher/PPA Cover/Art Lead

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.

Palmi Cano

French Teacher

I love working at KTS because Kentish Town is fun and unique.

Ellie Smith

Year 1 Teacher, Design and Technology Lead

Emily Fox

Reception Class Teacher, EYFS Lead and Phonics Lead

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

Rebecca Lyndon-Stanford

Teaching Assistant

Lunette Osei-Kuffour

Teaching Assistant

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

Katie Ansley

Teaching Assistant

Jahanara Rahman

Midday Meals Supervisor

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

Nasima Majid

Midday Meals Supervisor

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.

Nichola Page

School Chef

Carol Thomas

School Lunch Team

Chad Whaid

School Lunch Team

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.

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.

George Aresti

Lunch time Sports Coach

Biraj Paul

Lunchtime Sports Coach

Joshua Clark

Lunchtime Sports Coach