Principal

Lambourn Primary School part of the Excalibur Trust. Head teacher. June 2023.

Miss Cupit – Principal

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), Looked After Children (LAC), Pupil Premium, EAL, Maths, R.E & MFL Lead,

After graduating from the University of Greenwich as a primary school teacher in the 1990’s Miss Cupit began her career in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and carried out various roles including Maths Lead, Designated Safeguarding Lead, SENDCo and Deputy Head. Miss Cupit joined Lambourn in 2013 after returning to the UK after teaching in The Channel Islands for several years. Miss Cupit has taught all year groups, she has also taken on a variety of additional responsibilities including Interim Principal and Special Needs Coordinator (SENDCo). In addition to teaching Year six at Lambourn for four years she has been Vice Principal with particular responsibility for Pupil Premium, Looked After Children and maths Lead. Miss Cupit is a maths specialist and led maths across Excalibur Academies Trust working with the 10 primary schools in the multi academy trust to support schools in improving teaching and learning in maths by sharing best practice to raise standards.

Miss Cupit works with Claire Mirams – Director of Primary Improvement Hub – and Liz Ennew – Primary Improvement Lead – at Excalibur Academies Trust to support the Lambourn Team in their drive for excellence.

Teaching Staff

Miss O’Farrell – Y6 Teacher – SLT – Subject Leader English, Geography & History

Graduating from Oxford Brookes University in 2019 Miss O’Farrell previously worked in a school in Swindon before joining Lambourn. She has also taught in South East Asia and in youth groups within Swindon. Miss O’Farrell is a member of SLT and has responsibility for English, History and Geography at Lambourn, which she is very excited and passionate about. In her spare time Miss O’Farrell loves reading and walking her dogs.

Miss Linsley – Y5 Teacher

Miss Linsley has worked in schools since 2021. Having previously worked in a specialist education setting, Miss Linsley is passionate about providing a safe, calm learning environment for her pupils. In her free time, Miss Linsley enjoys reading, gardening and yoga.

Miss Marriner – Y4 Teacher, Subject Leader Computing, Art & Design Technology

Miss Marriner

Mrs Herraman – Y3 Teacher

Mrs Herraman joined Lambourn in 2024 and has lived in the UK since 2015. Originally from Australia, she first graduated from The University of Wollongong in 2010, where she trained as a Highschool Art and Photography teacher. In 2015 she tried her hand at primary teaching and has never looked back! After gaining QTS in 2024, Mrs Herraman is particularly excited to share her love of Art and Design with her pupils. In her spare time Mrs Herraman enjoys reading, print making and watching documentaries.

Miss Ross – Y2 Teacher

Graduating from Bath Spa University in 2023 and previously working in a Year 1 class in Swindon, Miss Ross has joined Lambourn and moved up to Year 2. She is passionate about helping children develop skills they will keep with them as they move on up and out of the school. In her free time, Miss Ross loves reading and spending time with friends and family.

Miss Townsend – Y1 Teacher

Miss Townsend joined Lambourn after graduating from Oxford Brookes University in 2024. After completing her undergraduate degree in English Literature in 2023, she went on to fulfil her ambition to become a primary school teacher. During her training, Miss Townsend has worked in a variety of schools and year groups across Oxfordshire and Swindon. Her passion lies in encouraging each child to enjoy their learning and discover their unique talents. In her spare time, Miss Townsend is usually found looking after her horse, or out and about with her dogs.

Mrs Crick – SLT, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), EYFS & KS1 Lead, Early Reading SSP, Music and Foundation Stage 2 Teacher

Joining the team at Easter 2023, as our F2 teacher Mrs Crick is very passionate about igniting a love of learning at a young age. Mrs Crick has trained with the Read Write Inc. program, NELI Speech and Language, Write Stuff for Early years and is passionate about all the learning opportunities these will present for the children. There is always something fun and interactive for the children to engage with in our F2 class. We like to make the learning fun, engaging and messy in F2! Mrs Crick views the outdoor environment is an extension of the F2 classroom.

Mrs Griffin – Foundation Stage 1 HLTA & EYFS Practitioner

Since joining Lambourn in 2016 Mrs Griffin has worked with most year groups. She leads and supports on the Read Write Phonics programme and support learning in the classroom. A qualified Paediatric First Aider and MDSA working under the direction of the Senior MDSA Mrs Griffin is a member of the team ensuring the safety and welfare of pupils at lunchtime. She also leads the Friday working Provision Club.

Miss Hine – EYFS Practitioner

Miss Hine works with the youngest children providing them with the best possible start on their life-long learning journey by offering a stimulating and secure environment where they are encouraged to be independent as they explore the world around them. She plans activities to excite the children’s interest and prepare them for a smooth transition to Foundation Stage 2 of school. Miss Hine supports learning within the classroom to enable children to develop communication skills, social skills, self-care, hygiene and emotional self-regulation. Miss Hine is a qualified Paediatric First Aider.

Mrs Hanson – Attendance Officer, Pastoral Support Lead (PSL), Lead, Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Mrs Hanson links a number of key roles across the school with a focus on children’s wellbeing. Monitoring and working with families to improve attendance, punctuality and pupil readiness for learning is a significant part of her role. As the lead ELSA she plans and implements support interventions for pupils. Through pastoral support she supports children’s wellbeing in addition to supporting families, which includes liaising with external agencies and early intervention support, parenting programmes and workshops to improve parental engagement with the school.

Mrs Stapley – Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo) & Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

Mrs Stapley has worked with primary-aged children since 2010, starting her career in London. Having worked with children ranging from EYFS to Year Six, she has become passionate about supporting children with SEND and in 2018 she completed her SENDCo qualification to realise this ambition. Mrs Stapley joined Lambourn as SENDCo in September 2022 and works closely with Mrs Hansen, the Pastoral lead, to ensure all children are given the chance to realise their potential. Mrs Stapley works collaboratively with Kate Hinks – Head of SEND at Excalibur Academies Trust – to support children, staff and families to make a difference to the outcomes for children.

In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family.

Teaching Support Staff

Mrs Womersley – Y6 HLTA, PiXL Intervention Lead, School Council – Sustainability & Sensory Garden, School Choir, MDSA & Breakfast Club Supervisor

Since joining Lambourn in 2017 Mrs Womersley has worked in Key Stage 2. Mrs Womersley also facilitates the School Council, a group of pupils, elected by their classmates who work on projects to improve their school environment. They have created a sensory garden and more recently established a successful campaign to reduce energy consumption. Mrs Womersley also provides Breakfast Club cover and is an active member of the PTA and a trustee. Mrs Womersley is passionate about working at Lambourn Primary and recently achieved HLTA status which she intends to use to aide learning, supporting both the children and her colleagues.

Mrs Smith – Y4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) and Intervention Programmes

A member of Lambourn’s staff team since 2001 Mrs Smith has mainly worked with Key Stage 2 children. As an HLTA she works closely with class teachers to support and lead learning within the classroom and deliver targeted small group and 1:1 interventions for pupils. She also works with the SENDCo on diagnostic assessments to monitor the impact of support.

Miss Ball – Y3 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), HGFL Reading Intervention Lead

Miss Ball has been at Lambourn for many, many happy years during which she has worked across the school. She works closely with class teachers to support and lead learning within the classroom and deliver targeted support. Miss Ball also works in collaboration with the SENDCo to monitor the impact of support through targeted assessments and analysis of data.

Miss Ball feels very fortunate to work in such an astounding school, inside and out, with such amazing colleagues and fabulous children.

Mrs Lord – Y1 TA, Early Reading – Phonics RWI Intervention Lead, Afterschool Club Assistant

Mrs Lord joined the school in 2011 and has worked across all Key Stages. She is trained to deliver the Read Write Inc. phonics programme leading daily sessions to improve reading skills. She supports learning in the classroom and delivers intervention programmes. A qualified Paediatric First Aider Mrs Lord is a member of the MDSA team keeping children safe and happy at lunchtime. Mrs Lord supports learning within the classroom and delivers identified programmes to develop oracy, early reading and writing skills.

Mrs Backhouse – Key Stage 2 TA, Early Reading Phonics RWI & Fresh Start Intervention Lead.

With NVQ2 and NVQ3 qualifications Mrs Backhouse has also completed training in ASD, Maths, Literacy and the Read, Write Inc. phonics programme. She has been a member of the staff team at Lambourn School since Sept 2001 and worked across all year groups from Nursery to Y6. Currently working in KS2 Mrs Backhouse is a qualified first aider and passionate about working with children to enable them to realise their potential.

Mrs Kumar – F2 TA & MDSA

A member of the staff team at Lambourn School for many happy years Mrs Kumar currently works with F2 providing 1:1 assistance to support progress towards identified outcomes. Being trained in the Read, Write Inc. phonics programme enables her to support teachers in daily sessions delivered to children to improve reading accuracy, fluency and comprehension skills. A qualified paediatric first aider Mrs Kumar supports learning in the classroom delivering programmes which develop communication skills, social skills, self-care, hygiene and emotional regulation.

Miss Dundas – Breakfast Club Leader and Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Currently in the final year of studying at the University of Reading, Miss Dundas brings four years of valuable experience working in SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) and SEN (Special Educational Needs) settings. Excited to apply this expertise in a mainstream environment. Miss Dundas is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where all children can feel happy and thrive. Outside of work and studies, Miss Dundas enjoys reading and playing netball.

Mrs Allen – School Business Manager, SLT, GDPR Lead, Management Information, ICT and Human Resource Management

As part of the senior leadership team Mrs Allen assists the Principal in ensuring that the school is in a financial position to meet its educational aims. She joined the team in 2019 and manages the administrative function of the school working with the Principal to strategically ensure the most effective use of resources in support of the schools learning. Mrs Allen is principally responsible for the Financial Resource Management and Administration Management whilst also overseeing Management Information, ICT and Human Resource Management.

Mrs Williams – Finance Officer

Mrs Williams has been a member of the staff team for the last few years, providing administrative support in order to meet the needs of the school and playing an active role in the smooth running of the school office. She carries out the administrative, clerical and financial support within the school, within the broad outlines and guidance of the Principal.

Mrs Bowen – Office Administrator and Admissions Officer

A member of the staff team at Lambourn CofE Primary School since 2023 Mrs Bowen provides administrative support in order to meet the needs of the school playing an active role in the smooth running of the school office. Mrs Bowen is the first point of contact for all enquiries and visitors to the school.

Mr Rackham – Premises Manager & Health & Safety

The Premises Manager & Health & Safety at Lambourn School for over fifteen years Mr Rackham ensures that the site and grounds are maintained at all times in a safe, clean and healthy state. He manages the security of the premises and the arrangements for maintenance and servicing ensuring the water, lighting and heating of premises are functioning. Mr Rackham also supervises the cleaning of the whole site and ensures the maintenance and safe operating of the school swimming pool.

Mrs Rackham – Senior MDSA, Premises Cleaning Team

Mrs Rackham has worked at Lambourn School for fourteen years and is currently the Senior MDSA as well as part of the premises cleaning team. As Senior MDSA she supervises children during lunchtime outdoor play ensuring their safety and wellbeing. This includes encouraging children to interact, promoting active play activities with positive values, managing behaviour and dealing promptly with conflicts and incidents in line with established policy.

Mrs Winter – Senior MDSA, Premises Cleaning Team

Mrs Winter has worked at Lambourn School for many years and is currently an MDSA as well as part of the premises cleaning team. As an MDSA she supervises children during lunchtime outdoor play ensuring their safety and wellbeing. This includes encouraging children to interact, promoting active play activities with positive values, managing behaviour and dealing promptly with conflicts and incidents in line with established policy.

Miss Puffett – After School Club Supervisor, MDSA

Miss Puffett has been looking after Lambourn’s children at lunchtime since 2013. She supervises children both in the dining hall and outside ensuring good behaviour throughout. The MDSA team actively encourage constructive play and increased physical activity that promotes positive values helping children to take responsibility for their own behaviour. Leading the after school activities Miss Puffett organises stimulating activities to keep the children engaged and ensures the provision of healthy, nutritious food and promotes an active lifestyle.

Mrs Buckland – Cook – Edwards & Ward Catering Company

Mrs Buckland always delivers fresh, seasonal menus, as well as a smile and a helping hand at the food counter at lunchtime. She looks after Lambourn’s children at lunchtime ensuring that every child is given the ability to eat a fresh and nutritious meal on a daily basis. Mrs Buckland delivers a variety of special diets which embrace not only the key allergens but just as importantly can cater for another 80 or so defined intolerances.