Staff List

Mr Sibley – Headteacher

Before arriving at Boothferry in September 2014, I  had been Headteacher at Cliffe VC Primary school near Selby and Executive Headteacher of Wetwang and Sledmere Primary schools. I have a wife, 3 children, 3 cats and a dog that keep me very busy. In my spare time I like live music, playing cricket and camping. I have visited many countries including Portugal, Russia, Austria and America, where I went to university.

Mr Capewell – Deputy Head

I came to Boothferry in January 2015 having previously been Deputy at Naburn Primary in York. I love working at Boothferry and am particularly interested in making a wonderful exciting curriculum, full of challenge and learning opportunities. I have three children and love playing all types of sport.

Miss Ware – Assistant Head

I came to Boothferry in September 2018 having previously worked in EYFS at Cliffe VC Primary School near Selby. I love exercising and participate in an outdoor exercise class twice a week. I have a road bike, so often spend my weekends cycling around the local area. I also love to read.

Teaching Staff Role
Mrs Nordan
Nursery Teacher 0.6
Miss Ware
Nursery Teacher 0.4 + Assistant Head
Mrs Acaster
Reception Teacher
Mrs Wolfenden Reception Teacher
Mrs Grassby
Year 1 Teacher 0.6
Mrs Manson
Year 1 Teacher 0.4
Miss Ramskill Year 1 Teacher
Miss Burgen Year 2 Teacher
Miss Pulleyn Year 2 Teacher
Miss Davies
Year 3 Teacher
Miss Richardson
Year 3 Teacher
Miss Holt
Year 4 Teacher 0.6
Mrs Chipperfield
Year 4 Teacher 0.4
Mrs Linklater
Year 4 Teacher
Mrs Emmerson Year 5 Teacher
Miss Martinson
Year 5 Teacher
Mr Capewell Year 6 Teacher 0.4 + Deputy Head
Mrs Petch Year 6 Teacher 0.6
Mr Possible
Year 6 Teacher
Admin & Support Team Role
Mrs Lee School Business Manager
Mrs Prior Clerical Assistant
Ms Carroll Clerical Assistant
Mr Hackney ICT Technician/Admin Assistant
Mr Hartley ICT SLA Support
Miss Fidler SEND Co-ordinator
Mrs Dye Pastoral Support & Child Protection Co-ordinator
Mrs Acaster Behaviour Support
Mr Wilkinson Brass
Mr Pitchforth Guitar
Mr Brewster Violin
Mrs Masterman Nursery Nurse
Mrs Abbey Teaching Assistant
Miss Blackman
Teaching Assistant
Mrs Brannan Teaching Assistant
Mrs Broadley Teaching Assistant
Mrs Connett Teaching Assistant
Mrs Gibbins Teaching Assistant
Mrs Griffin Teaching Assistant
Mrs Hornshaw Teaching Assistant
Miss Jones Teaching Assistant
Miss Kendall
Teaching Assistant
Mrs Leščinska Teaching Assistant
Mrs Lewis Teaching Assistant
Mrs Maini Teaching Assistant
Miss Nichols
Teaching Assistant
Mrs Normington Teaching Assistant
Miss Norton Teaching Assistant
Miss Renfrew Teaching Assistant
Mrs Ward Teaching Assistant
Mrs Yates Teaching Assistant
Lunchtime & Premises Role
Mrs Marwood Head Cook
Miss Bolton Catering Assistant
Miss Kendall Catering Assistant
Mrs Peniston Catering Assistant
Miss Whitton Catering Assistant
Miss Pritchard Senior Mid-day Supervisor + Caretaker
Miss Avery Mid-day Supervisor
Miss Baines Mid-day Supervisor
Miss Blewett Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Booker Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Buck
Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Burilina Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Cooper Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Eddleston
Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Hodgson Mid-day Supervisor
Miss Holloway Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Jeremejeva Mid-day Supervisor
Miss Miller Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Smethurst
Mid-day Supervisor
Mrs Harness Cleaner
Miss Woad Cleaner
Mrs Yorke Cleaner

the school gives me advice as a parent so I can help my daughter.

History day was amazing. Brilliant idea.

“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”

OFSTED

“School leaders have taken effective action to ensure that pupils make at least good progress from their low starting points in reading,
writing and mathematics in all year groups.”

OFSTED

“Leaders use funding well to ensure that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make strong progress from their different starting points.”

OFSTED

The choice to do a traditional nativity was great !.

“The teaching of phonics is a strength and enables pupils to make rapid improvement in their early literacy skills. ”

OFSTED

The joy of the teachers who greet the children and parents daily.

..closeness between all age groups and years.

The photography club is brilliant, I think introducing things like this is brilliant for the children.

My children have come on and made progress socially and academically since joining.

“The headteacher, senior leaders and governors are ambitious for pupils. Their determination has made Boothferry Primary a flourishing and successful school.”

OFSTED

Opening the school doors at 8.40am has made it much easier as it is less crowded.

“We want to thank you for welcoming my family when we moved here (from Bulgaria).”

The stimulating learning environment. 

My son’s teacher is creative, enthusiastic and genuinely cares about him as an individual .

I love the fact that senior members of staff know the names of the children.

I love seeing school events on Twitter.

“We can only applaud the ingenuity & continued compassion of the young people at Boothferry.”

Thank you for treating my child like your own.

The friendly atmosphere, the safe environment & the teachers’ encouragement.”

My children are developing very well in school.

“The headteacher, deputy headteacher and the assistant headteacher make an effective team. They sustain a culture of continuous i improvement through the school’s vision and specific learning goals, which include resilience, morality and adaptability.”

OFSTED

This school meets our expectations in every way.

“Senior leaders lead by example, modelling what is expected of all staff. Teachers feel valued and respected.”

OFSTED

My children are thriving as the school is committed to learning and progression.

“Children get off to a strong start in early years. This is due to effective leadership and skilful teaching. The proportion of children reaching a good level of development is improving yearon-year.”

OFSTED

“The curriculum is well designed to include a range of exciting themes, visits and visitors to enhance pupils’ learning. Pupils become
confident individuals who are well prepared for the next stage of their education.”

OFSTED

“Leaders and staff have significantly improved the teaching of reading. Pupils are enthusiastic and frequent readers.”

OFSTED

The best thing about this school, when I ask my child this question, he said Mrs Emmerson. 

My kids love the fruit on the snack table.

I feel the school has advanced with regards to the appropriate curriculum for different age groups.

The Head teacher and deputy are fab, they join in everything.”

the amount of effort put in by the teachers to make topics interesting is brilliant.

The bike loan scheme.My family also like the school bank.

Boothferry at Young Voices…..Just WOW! What an experience.”

Miss Pulleyn is fantastic

“Pupils’ personal development and welfare are outstanding. Pupils thrive and are keen to learn. They know how to look after their
wellbeing and how to keep safe. The school is an inclusive and happy place.”

OFSTED

“School leaders are ambitious and highly knowledgeable about teaching and learning.”

OFSTED

The after school activities, film nights and discos.

You can approach any member of staff and they help you.

“Teachers, including those who are new to teaching, have high expectations, and they plan creative lessons that spark pupils’ interest and inspire them to do well.”

OFSTED

Open weeks in Foundation allows parents to enjoy school as much as our children.

Being part of their learning – it doesn’t just stay in the classroom.”

“Pupils who speak English as an additional language make rapid progress. Disadvantaged pupils are also supported well to make good,
and sometimes better, progress in reading, writing and mathematics.”

OFSTED

When ever I have had a problem the staff on the whole have been sympathetic and helpful.