Firle Church of England Primary School

Our School

Staff

Mrs Rachel West

Executive Head Teacher

Mrs Vicki Brown

Head of Schools

Miss Irma Partono

Beech Class Teacher

I joined the Oak Tree Federation as a PGCE student in 2018. After qualifying in 2019, I was appointed as the Year 3 and 4 teacher and have had the pleasure of staying in my role since then. I am subject lead for the humanities as well as equality and diversity. I take pride in working amongst a supportive and likeminded team. I joined the governing board in September 2022 and look forward to representing my colleagues as staff governor across The Oak Tree Federation. I grew up in Lewes and still live locally to the area. I have a BA in Fine Art which I achieved at Brighton University. I am passionate about providing children with a creative and stimulating curriculum which ‘Inspires Learning for Life’

Charlie Fox Wilson

Caretaker

Lisa Geer

Pupil Premium Champion and PA to the Senior Leadership Team

Mrs Helen Sadler

HLTA

Mrs Liz Cunningham Purchall

Beech Class Teacher

Mrs Jo Shettle

INA

Mrs Heidi Sison

Teaching Assistant

I have worked at the school since 2006. I enjoy all sorts of sport and art.

Ms Clare Ness

Cherry Class TA

Cherry Class Teaching Assistant I have been at school since 2011. I have worked in a number of roles during my time but am currently enjoying working in Cherry Class.

Mrs Lynn Filtness

SEN Teaching Assistant/Thrive Practitioner

Lynn has been working at Firle C of E Primary School since 2002 and has also served on the Governing body as a parent governor. She works as the SEN Teaching Assistant and also as an Individual Needs Assistant, from YR through to Y6. Encompassed within her role is supporting teachers with pastoral care. She considers herself very privileged to work with such inspirational children in a beautiful setting.

Mr Martin Dawson

Holly Class TA

Teaching Assistant I have forgotten how long I've been here but time goes fast when you are having fun. I love music, history and motorbikes not necessarily in that order!