Mrs Pat Lumb Acting Headteacher Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? I am too busy to have pets right now, so I share my grandson’s goldfish – Henry and Ghandi. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? I’d like to be a colourful butterfly and spread my wings in the sun. Not sure I fancy the caterpillar stage though. What do you like doing out of school? I love to paint, take photos and write books. I also like time with my family. What is your favourite food? Apple crumble and custard is a bit tempting. What is your favourite colour? I like midnight colours like deep blues, reds and purples. What is your favourite music? I have lots of favourites, but my favourite singer right now is K.T. Turnstall. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? I would take a good book to pass the time, a clarinet because I would like to learn to play one, and Aladdin’s lamp for the other things I might require! What is your motto? ‘We are all smart in different ways’ because I think we all have so much to give. Mrs Gill Hart Y3&4 'Cook Class' (and Senior Teacher) Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? A Border Collie called Millie, two cats called Tarka and Tikka and 56 tropical fish! If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A horse because they are very elegant and can run extremely fast. What do you like doing out of school? Spending time with my family and friends. Walking, reading, growing fruit and vegetables on our allotment and playing in my pop band! What is your favourite food? Chocolate! What is your favourite colour? Blue. What is your favourite music? Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet and Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Piano, chocolate and a fridge to put it in! What is your motto? Smile at least three times a day. Mrs Sandra Beavers Reception 'Scott Class' Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? I have a Jack Russell dog called Pepper. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? I would be a Cheetah so that I could run fast – I have always wanted to be able to run quickly. What do you like doing out of school? I enjoy gardening, walking and playing table tennis. What is your favourite food? My favourite food is roast beef and Yorkshire pudding - yum, yum! What is your favourite colour? Green and red. What is your favourite music? I enjoy Irish Celtic music. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? A sharp knife, a sun hat and a large blanket. What is your motto? It’s amazing what you can do if you put your mind to it! Mrs Toni Marsden Reception, Y1&Y2 'Scott Class' Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? Two housedogs called Tilly and Peggy. Two Dexter cows called Crystal and Dulcie along with their two calves. And six Cocker Spaniels called Charlie, Whiskey, Jenny, Douglas, Tina and Pepper. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A dog for a dog’s life. What do you like doing out of school? Beating, walking the dogs, chilling out and spending time with family and friends. What is your favourite food? Lasagne. What is your favourite colour? Pink. What is your favourite music? All sorts – Buddy Holley, Take That, Boyzone and Girls Aloud. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Mobile phone, sun lotion and a beach towel. What is your motto? Don’t worry, be happy! Mrs Fay Parkes Reception, Y1&2 'Scott Class' Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? Lots of tropical fish – far too many to name. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? An elephant because I’m loyal and loving and I’d like to have a good memory! What do you like doing out of school? I like reading lots of lovely books, spending time with my friends and family, visiting art galleries and historic places. What is your favourite food? I love seafood. What is your favourite colour? Pink, because I’m girly! What is your favourite music? Anything from: Elvis to Oasis, The Rolling Stones to Ryan Adams. I also love Supergrass, Stereophonics and I particularly like Take That! I am an Indie girl at heart. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Lots of books, pictures of my wonderful family and friends and my ipod to while away the time. What is your motto? Find something to smile about everyday. Miss Annette Cartwright Y5&6 'Armstrong Class' Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? No, but I love dogs and would have one if I had the room. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? I would be a dog because I’m loyal, hard working and love food and cuddles! What do you like doing out of school? I like being with my friends, visiting new places and reading. What is your favourite food? Most things, but my favourite take-away is ‘Chinese’. What is your favourite colour? Red. What is your favourite music? I love all kinds of music but my favourites are Snow Patrol, David Bowie, Newton Faulkner and Geoff Buckley. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? His Dark Materials trilogy by Philip Pullman, lots of music and soap! What is your motto? Live and let live. picture to follow Mrs Alison Sheldon Teaching Assistant Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? 2 dogs Tilly and Jim, both rescues. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A dog, especially if they lived in my household, they have such a lazy life! What do you like doing out of school? I do lots to do with football, I run the fogos football each week and my son trains and plays at the weekend, so I spend a lot of time on the sidelines! As a family we do lots of walking and geocaching (which is like treasure hunting round the countryside). We also like camping and canoeing! What is your favourite food? Chinese! Mmmmm. What is your favourite colour? Yellow. What is your favourite music? I love lots of things; Adele’s new album is good! If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? My son, my hubby and my house! What is your motto? Smile and the world smiles with you! (smiles are addictive – you give one and you’re sure to get one back!). Miss Laura Hampshire Higher Level Teaching Assistant Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? Yes, two dogs called Belle and Lottie; a hamster called Jewel; a guinea pig called Ruffus and two goldfish, but they don’t have names! If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A giraffe because they always look calm and easy going! What do you like doing out of school? Shopping with my friends, swimming, aerobics and walking the dogs. What is your favourite food? Strawberries – yum! What is your favourite colour? I can never decide on one colour. What is your favourite music? Anything from Scouting For Girls to Regina Spektor – I like music to suit what mood I’m in. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Food, water and my mum! What is your motto? When the going gets tough, the weak eat chocolate! Mrs Charmaine Tuley School Cook Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? No. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A dog. I like dogs very much – they are very affectionate. What do you like doing out of school? Gardening, cooking, sewing, clothes shopping! What is your favourite food? Roast beef and Yorkshire Pudding. What is your favourite colour? Pink. What is your favourite music? Classical and pop. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Salon hair straightners! What is your motto? Service with a smile. Mrs Diane Carmichael Midday Supervisor Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? Three dogs called Sally, Ellie and Roxy; two horses called Gypsy George and Hillie Jean; one bull called Henry and lots of cows and calves too numerous to mention! What do you like doing out of school? Converting a wood into a conservation area; gardening; spending time with all my animals; going to see Gypsy George race and seeing my grandchildren. What is your favourite food? Sunday roast. What is your favourite colour? Yellow. What is your favourite music? Classical and opera. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Wind up radio/torch, hammock and teabags. What is your motto? Always look on the bright side. Mrs Mandy Stringer Midday Supervisor Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? Three horses called Dolly, Looby Lou and Taz. Two dogs called Oscar and Buddy. An iguana called Dennis and three rabbits called Russel, Lavender and Floppy. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A bird – I’d like to fly and be free. What do you like doing out of school? Painting and reading. What is your favourite food? Chocolate. What is your favourite colour? Lilac. What is your favourite music? 80’s. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Buddy, my Spaniel; chocolate and ‘Kane and Abel’ by Jeffrey Archer. What is your motto? Pride must abide. Kirsty Drake The den - Play Leader and School Teaching Assistant Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? A cat called Snuff If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? A giraffe so I could see above everyone else! What do you like doing out of school? I like spending time with my friends and family, reading and going to the cinema. What is your favourite food? Beef chow mien from the Chinese. What is your favourite colour? Duck egg blue What is your favourite music? I like all types of music If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? My straightners, my mobile, and a picture of my family. What is your motto? Everything happens for a reason. picture to follow Kate Taylor The den - Play Worker and School Admin Have you got any pets? If so, what are their names? Yes 3 dogs, Digger, Max and Megan. If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? I think I would be a giraffe, so that I could see high up into the trees. What do you like doing out of school? Playing sport, especially hockey, cricket and football. What is your favourite food? Italian What is your favourite colour? My favourite colour is pink What is your favourite music? Any kind of music really, but if I have to choose one in particular, it would be film music. If you were stranded on a desert island what three things would you want to take with you? Matches, fishing rod and a pack of cards. What is your motto? Heroes are remembered but legends never die!!!
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