Introduction
At ARA we are proud to recruit inspirational and aspirational teaching staff who are kind, friendly and innovative. Our team are experienced UK and international educators who are passionate about helping our students to flourish and excel in their learning. Staff are excellent role models for our students and encourage the code of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience for all in the Academy community. As a school we are fully committed to ensuring that our team are dedicated to their own learning and enjoy a full range of professional development opportunities, including language lessons and leadership training.
Primary School

Matthew Roberts
Head of Primary

Melissa Day
Deputy Head of Primary

Stacey Kurg
Year 1 Teacher

Rachel Redford
Year 1 Teacher

Ciara Whelan
Year 1 Teacher

Freya Kelly
Year 1 Teacher

Ailbhe Bourke
Year 1 Teacher

Erin Duffy
Year 2 Teacher

Isabella Fox
Year 2 Teacher

Bianca Macleod
Year 2 Teacher

Isabella Burns
Year 2 Teacher

Molly Hennigan
Year 3 Teacher

Philip Cummings
Year 3 Teacher

Hannah Clarke
Year 3 Teacher

Shannon Mellett
Year 3 Teacher

Helen Robson
Year 4 Teacher

Danelle Jacobs
Year 4 Teacher

Jessica Burke
Year 4 Teacher

Rachael Price
Year 5 Teacher

Craig Rigby
Year 5 Teacher

Nicola Williams
Year 5 Teacher

Natalie Devlin
Year 5 Teacher

Anna Walmsley
Year 5 Teacher

Cameron Quinn
Year 6 Teacher

Wanduska Houssani
Year 6 Teacher

Cathal Oneill
Year 6 Teacher


