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
Erin Duffy
Head of KS1 / Head of Year 1 / Year 1 Teacher
Ciara Whelan
Year 1 Teacher
Rachel Redford
Year 1 Teacher
Freya Kelly
Year 2 Teacher
Izzy Fox
Year 2 Teacher
Bianca MacLeod
Year 2 Teacher
Craig Rigby
Assistant Head Teacher / Head of Year 3 / Year 3 Teacher
Erin Murray
Year 3 Teacher
Molly Hennigan
Year 3 Teacher
Helen Robson
Head of Year 4 / Year 4 Teacher
Jessica Burke
Year 4 Teacher
Danelle Jacobs
Year 4 Teacher
Rachael Price
Assistant Head Teacher / Head of Year 5 / Year 5 Teacher
Nicola Williams
Year 5 Teacher
Wanduska Houssani
Year 5 Teacher
Jo-Mare Kruger
Head of Year 6 / Year 6 Teacher
Cameron Quinn
Year 6 Teacher
Caroline Pike
Year 6 Teacher