Mrs Sue Elliott BA Hons (QTS), CEPQH - Headteacher

A pupil once asked me 'what makes you laugh?' my reply was simple 'you do' … well not 'you' so much as children! I am very lucky to be the Headteacher of a school where there is so much to smile and be happy about. I am passionate about developing the whole child and giving them the right environment to flourish and grow both academically and spiritually.

Mrs Katy Foy - Teacher

I have been teaching for 10 years, in Years 1 and 2, and also leading an EYFS department in two previous schools. I still love teaching as much as I did the day I started!

Mrs Abby Poole - Teacher / SENCO

I have been teaching since 2002. I have had a range of responsibilities including having worked as SENCo and taught across the primary school age range with a particular focus in KS1 / Lower KS2.

Amescia Costen - Teacher

I graduated from University in 2020 and Penshurst Primary School welcomed me with open arms. I have experience working in EYFS and KS1.

Mr Alex Newman - Teacher

Mrs Ginny Stennulat - Teaching Assistant

I have worked in Early Years for 25 years and I love the challenges and rewards it brings. My strengths are my friendly approach and the strong relationships I build with the children.

Mrs Debby Brown - Teaching Assistant

I have been working at Penshurst for 20 years; I am an HLTA and I work alongside the school’s Leading Lights. I also teach RE in several year groups.

Mrs Carolyn Lane - Teaching Assistant

At Penshurst I support a range of children across the school. I am also in charge of the school library and enjoy encouraging pupils to get a love of reading.

Mrs Nerina Lyle - Teaching Assistant

I originally trained as a teacher and after having my own family I started to work at Penshurst as a Teaching Assistant. I take responsibility for the school’s ‘growing garden’ and outdoor learning.

Miss Bethany Hall - Teaching Assistant

I have worked in Key Stage 1 for 5 years and prior to that I completed a course in Health and Social Care which included working at Well Place Nursery and Little Court Nursing Home.

Tracy Rust - Office Manager

I have worked in a school office for over 11 years and joined Penshurst in July 2021. Fell in love with the school immediately; it’s ethos and values, friendly staff, great children and supportive parents.

Mrs Jacqui Gammer - School Secretary

I have worked at Penshurst for 15 years. I started my time as a Parent Volunteer and a member of the PTA. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant and now work in the office as School Secretary.

Miss Bethany Hall - Teaching Assistant

I have worked in Key Stage 1 for 5 years and prior to that I completed a course in Health and Social Care which included working at Well Place Nursery and Little Court Nursing Home.

Mrs Sue Elliott BA Hons (QTS), CEPQH - Headteacher

A pupil once asked me 'what makes you laugh?' my reply was simple 'you do' … well not 'you' so much as children! I am very lucky to be the Headteacher of a school where there is so much to smile and be happy about. I am passionate about developing the whole child and giving them the right environment to flourish and grow both academically and spiritually.

Mrs Katy Foy - Teacher

I have been teaching for 10 years, in Years 1 and 2, and also leading an EYFS department in two previous schools. I still love teaching as much as I did the day I started!