Teaching Staff
Mrs Victoria Walker – Headteacher
I have worked in schools for 32 years, starting my journey in Liverpool over a 4-year Bachelor of Education with Honours Degree. I spent the next 27 years working in 8 different schools across Tameside and Stockport in many different roles. I have been a manager and a head teacher for 24 of those years. I have led most subject areas across school and developed a passion for sport and a creative curriculum. Each experience has enriched my life and I have always enjoyed the variety of challenges each setting and role has brought. I enjoy many interests including travelling, walking, music, reading and sport. Much of these were sparked in school when I was a child and have shaped me into the person I am today. This is why I am so passionate about the depth and breadth of the curriculum experiences we offer our children at Ludworth. We strive to ensure we are developing their skills and talents for generations to come making me feel proud and privileged to be part of their journey.
Mr Jake Senogles – Deputy Headteacher
As Deputy Headteacher at Ludworth Primary School, I am proud to contribute to the thriving and supportive school community we’ve built here. My teaching journey began at Sheffield Hallam University, where I studied Primary Education. After starting my career in a deprived school in Rochdale, I joined Ludworth in 2019.
I have taught many year groups across my career including in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. I am passionate about staying active. Whether it’s traveling, playing golf, watching football (particularly Manchester United), or running; I enjoy bringing energy and enthusiasm into everything I do – including my teaching. I believe education should be engaging, dynamic, and above all, enjoyable.
When I’m not teaching or involved in sport, I cherish spending time with my wife and our two young boys, creating memories together as a family.
Mrs Nicola Hankey – SENDCO
I have worked in primary education for many years in a range of roles but have always retained my enthusiasm for working with children and am always keen to continue with my own professional development- the saying ‘Every day’s a school day’ applies to teachers too! I love my role as SENDCo as it means I get to know children and their families from across the whole school.
Ludworth holds a very special place in my heart as my own children were pupils here before embarking on their secondary journey. In my spare time I enjoy reading, jogging and (like most parents) ferrying my children between various clubs and their many social events!
Mrs Becky Towner-Yates – Assistant Headteacher
I am delighted to have joined the team at Ludworth. I’ve been teaching for nine years since graduating from Nottingham University and have taught in a range of different schools through Stockport and Derbyshire. Curriculum development and learning through stories and play are areas of interest for me and I enjoy putting theory into practice within my lessons. I love to teach English and Science and in my spare time I combine the two and write for Primary Science (ASE). I’m lucky enough to have the opportunity to teach children from Year 1 to Year 6 within my role as Assistant Headteacher. When I’m not teaching, I help out at my local arts theatre and enjoy walking in the Derbyshire Dales with my two children.
Mrs Holly Gregg – Assistant Headteacher
This is my eighth year at Ludworth. I am fortunate to be teaching across the school to help children develop a love for learning and become confident, happy and independent people. I love being part of the P.E., PSHE and Outdoor Learning curriculum team and I am passionate in encouraging our children to be as physically active as possible. With the help of our newly appointed Sports Ambassadors, I am ever-keen to ensure our sporting calendar is full of as many sporting competitions and new opportunities. I am one of the Forest School Leaders in school and want to ensure learning is taken outdoors and enjoyed in our beautiful school grounds. We continue to be a Fair Aware school and develop our Fairtrade awareness and this year, led by our School Councillors, we are embarking on our journey to being a Respecting Rights school, as part of the UNCRC.
Outside of school, I enjoy being outdoors going on adventures with my little girl, Georgia, and my Border Collie, Marmite.
Miss Rachel Ashton – Reception – Rabbit Class
Since completing my PGCE and qualifying as an ECT in June 2022, my journey with Ludworth started in April 2023, working in Reception, and then continued as a Cover Supervisor in September 2023 teaching art to all year groups. From January 2024 I took the role as a Year 5 teacher and am now currently in Reception. My enthusiasm for children’s learning and my dedication to fostering a positive, inclusive classroom align with the school’s values. Outside of school I enjoy the outdoors, going for walks, and love to travel, visiting new places and embracing different cultures.
Mrs Chrissie Hopwood – Reception – Dormouse Class
Hello! I am one of the Reception class teachers. This is my seventh year teaching at Ludworth and I am so proud to be a member of this fantastic school! I have been a teacher for 15 years and taught in schools across Derby and Staffordshire. I love teaching and I try to give the children the skills they need to grow in independence and become confident, resilient learners. I use ‘Growth Mindset’ and ‘Mindfulness’ techniques a lot in my classroom. Outside of school I enjoy traveling, shopping and spending time with my friends and family.
Miss Vicky Morten – Year 1 – Barn Owl Class
I am one of the Year 1 Teachers at Ludworth Primary School. I have worked in schools for 20 years since completing a Bachelor of Education with Honours Degree. Although I have taught across all primary years throughout my career my passion is for Early Years and KS1. In my spare time I love playing sport. I’m an avid cricketer and reluctant runner, doing my best to avoid any hills which is tricky living in the Peak District! I am passionate about encouraging our children to be as physically active as possible.
Mrs Charlotte Howard – Year 1 – Roe Deer Class
Mrs Jade Challinor – Year 2 – Otter Class
I am so excited to have officially joined the Ludworth team! Last year, I worked with the year 5 team doing some supply teaching and now I have taken on the jobshare role of year 2 teacher with Mrs Gregg. I started my teaching career 17 years ago and I have worked in all year groups. I don’t have a favourite as there are so many different experiences I have enjoyed! If I’m not teaching, I’m usually running! It’s a huge passion of mine and you’re likely to see me running around the local area! I enjoy sports in general and I love teaching PE. I have 3 children, Ellie, Jack and Toby. I love to spend time with my family and we love our holidays together!
Mr Josh Oliver – Year 2 – Badger Class
I am excited to join the Ludworth team this year, as a Year 2 Teacher. After having trained here as a student last year, I am delighted to work in a school that develops children into confident and independent learners. I love teaching our Discovery topics and interweaving our DEAL (dramatic, engagement and active learning) strategies into what I am teaching.
Outside of school, I am a football fanatic. I make my love for Manchester United very well know. I also enjoy to cook.
Mrs Kate Swindells – Year 3 – Hare Class
I am delighted to be part of the team at Ludworth Primary School and to be teaching for a second in Year 3. Over the past 12 years, I have enjoyed working across Manchester and Stockport in a variety of different schools supporting children to fulfil their potential. I am passionate about creating a positive and engaging classroom where children feel confident to be their best selves, develop their independence and enjoy learning. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family as well as playing cricket and watching football.
Mrs Niamh Foley – Year 3 – Robin Class
I joined the Ludworth team two years ago and have loved the excitement, enthusiasm and chaos of Year 6! I am enthusiastic and eager to inspire the children to be their best selves through creating innovative lessons which they can become fully immersed in. I love to keep active and am a keen runner and enjoy Pilates, which are both great forms of self care. As a history graduate, I hope to bring my love for reading and history to all the children I teach and promote diverse and inclusive texts across the curriculum. Above all else, I want to nurture children’s positive inner voice within Year 3 and on their journey to secondary school.
Mrs Natalie Welsh – Year 4 – Red Squirrel/ Barn Owl Class
I have been teaching at Ludworth since 2006 in a variety of roles. During my time here, I have taught children from Reception through to Year 4. I have also been actively involved in the PTA as a parent, as both of my children spent their primary years here which they thoroughly enjoyed! I have previously taught in Marple, Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme. I enjoy teaching children at Ludworth and being able to help them grow into confident, caring young people.
Mrs Pamela Floyd- Year 4 – Hedgehog Class
I teach in Year 4 at Ludworth. Although I am passionate about Early Years and Key Stage 1, I am excited to come into Year 4. The first few years of schooling are critical to their future development and I feel privileged to be part of this journey at Ludworth. I like to teach outdoors as much as possible and make full use of our beautiful school grounds.
Miss Lisa Quin – Year 5 – Kestrel Class
This is my third year at Ludworth and am excited to be working in Year 3. I’ve been teaching for many years since graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University and have had the pleasure of teaching in EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in a range of different schools across Stockport. I love to develop a curiosity and love for learning both inside and outside of the classroom, and encourage the children believe in themselves. Outside of school, I can normally be found volunteering and performing at my local theatre, or busy making celebration cakes.
Mrs Georgina Sherry – Year 5 – Kingfisher Class
I have taught many year groups across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 and have had the privilege of supporting children at many different stages of their primary school journey. My favourite subjects to teach are Science, History, and Geography because they spark natural curiosity, connect directly to the real world, and give pupils fantastic opportunities for hands-on discovery. Outside of the classroom, I love being outdoors, whether I’m pottering in my garden or spending quality time with my family.
Miss Jen Ballinger – Year 5 – Kingfisher Class
Mrs Ffion Donaldson – Year 6 – Beaver Class
Netballer, baker and biscuit lover! I joined Ludworth back in 2022 and since then I’ve been very busy teaching across KS2. This year, I’m thrilled to be teaching in Year 6 and look forward to playing a part in our children’s final chapter at Ludworth. Previously, I taught in Cheshire where my love for active learning began. If I’m not in the classroom, you’ll find me on the ‘smile for a while’ track. Outside of school, I’m a mum of two amazing children and one lovable (yet energetic) cockapoo.
Mr Matthew Court – Year 6 – Buzzard Class
I first joined the Ludworth team in 2022 as a Teaching Assistant in Year 2. As I enjoyed my time so much, I then decided to complete my PGCE and I am delighted to be back in Year 6 as a Class Teacher! I graduated from Liverpool John Moores University in 2020 with an undergraduate degree in Sport Coaching. I believe in promoting our Ludworth Values through my teaching as much as possible as they are key skills that the children will take with them through life, with independence being a particularly key skill that I like to promote in Year 2 in preparation for the transition to Key Stage 2.
Support Staff
Mrs Amy Nuttall – School Business Manager
I joined Ludworth as School Business Manager in 2024, bringing with me a background in law and finance and eight years’ experience as a Business Manager at another local Stockport school. My role is a varied one, covering everything from the school’s finances and staffing to managing the premises and helping to keep the business side of school running smoothly.
I love being part of the Ludworth community and particularly enjoy knowing that the work I do behind the scenes helps to create opportunities for our children to thrive and succeed.
Outside of work, I love spending time with family and friends, seaside trips and countryside walks. I also enjoy keeping active with regular trips to the gym, and when I’m not on the go, you’ll often find me relaxing with a good book or film.
Miss Clare Spink – Learning Mentor
My job is very varied at Ludworth and I love it. I work supporting a child on a one to one basis during the morning and then in the afternoon I work as the School Learning Mentor, supporting children from all over the school remove barriers to their learning.
Ms Sarah Sofla – SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant
I am the HLTA for SEND and very much enjoy being part of the SEND Team, I primarily working with the Key Stage 2 children at Ludworth. I joined Ludworth in 2002 having moved to Marple from the Lake District. I have worked in both KS1 and KS2, supporting children with special educational needs, on a one to one basis.
In September 2009 I was lucky enough to be offered a job, working with the SENDCO, Nicola Hankey. This role has enabled me to work with individuals and groups of children across KS2. I thoroughly enjoy this position, the children are a delight to teach and my colleagues are friendly, supportive and good fun! In 2016 I gained my HLTA status, which means that I am able to teach classes in both Key Stages; mostly covering teachers PPA time.
When I’m not at Ludworth I occupy my time playing tennis at Brabyns Tennis Club (where I am the club secretary) walking, reading and gardening.
Mrs Lynne Taylor – Higher Level Teaching Assistant
I am a HLTA which involves teaching classes all across the years. I am currently based in year 2 in the mornings running intervention groups which is a pleasure and a privilege to do. I have worked at Ludworth for ten years and love every minute.
I am also a Mid Day Supervisor and work lunchtime with a fabulous team (I am also very talented at singing ‘Happy Birthday’). I love being part of the Ludworth Team and look forward to working here for many more years!
Mrs Jo Shaw – Cover Supervisor
I have worked in schools for over 12 years and joined the Ludworth team in September 2022. I am a Cover Supervisor which involves teaching classes across the school when teachers are not in class. I also teach music in both KS1 and KS2 and enjoy seeing the children develop into young musicians and composers: their creativity and enjoyment of performing their musical compositions are a pleasure to see.
Miss Georgia Clarke – Cover Supervisor
I have worked at Ludworth primary school for 3 years. I was previously worked in the school as a 1-1 TA but this year have had a brilliant opportunity to move roles. I am now working as a cover supervisor, working across all year groups. I am really enjoying getting to work with so many children.
Miss Hannah Walker – Teaching Assistant
I have been at Ludworth as a TA since the summer of 22! I currently spend my mornings as a 1-1 TA in year 6, but my afternoons are spent across all year groups. Outside of school, I am in the second year of my law degree, which I thoroughly enjoy. Working with not only the children, but the Ludworth team, is extremely rewarding and I hope to be here for many more years. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling and spending precious time with family and friends!
Miss Patsy Sherratt – Teaching Assistant
I am currently supporting year 2 and year 4. I have worked at Ludworth since September 2022 working across both key stages as a 1:1 and general support. In between these few years I took an 8 month break to go travelling around Australia and travelled extensively which was a great experience. I am delighted to apart of the Ludworth team again supporting and encouraging all children.
Mrs Alex Knibb – Teaching Assistant
I am currently working in key stage 1 on a 1:1 basis. I have been a Teaching Assistant for 20 years working across all the year groups and I have had the pleasure of watching many children progress through the school.
Mr Jonathan Templar – Teaching Assistant
I’ve been a TA at Ludworth since 2014, working with key stage one children. I started coming into the school as one of Ludworth’s dedicated army of parent volunteers, an experience I found so rewarding that I jumped at the opportunity to join the team at the school. It’s a pleasure working with such a dedicated and motivated team in supporting Ludworth’s wonderful children. No day at school is ever the same! In my spare time I enjoy running, martial arts, reading and, on the very odd occasion, resting.
Mrs Reihaneh Haghbin – Teaching Assistant
I joined Ludworth in April 2025 and work as a Teaching Assistant in Year 3. I enjoy supporting children in their learning and helping them grow in confidence and independence. I particularly enjoy seeing their enthusiasm and curiosity as they discover new things. Outside of school, I love spending time with my family, travelling, reading, and watching movies. I’d like to challenge myslf to do exciting things.
Mrs Janette Gichero – Teaching Assistant
I’ve worked at Ludworth for just over 3 years now. I am currently working as a TA in year 1. Although over the years I have worked across the school as a TA and on a 1:1 basis. I love being part of the Ludworth team.
When I’m not at school I enjoy spending time with my family, keeping my 2 children entertained and going to the gym.
Mrs Leanne Hall – Teaching Assistant
I joined Ludworth in September 2021. I have been in early years for over 15 years, and I am currently working in reception. I have settled in nicely and look forward to my future at Ludworth. In my spare time I love to spend every minute with my husband and two children who are 7 and 3.
Miss Emily Milner – Teaching Assistant
Hello! I am Miss Milner and I am a teaching assistant working in reception across both Rose and Ruby classes. I am in my fourth year now working at Ludworth and have worked all across key stage 1 and EYFS. I love the busy life of reception, and watching the children progress so much from the very start really is so rewarding! Out of school I also love photography, watching films and spending time with my family and my little cat Crumpet.
Mrs Paula Clayton – Teaching Assistant
Hi. I’m Paula. I have been at Ludworth since 2023. I’m currently working as a 1-1 in year 2 & 3. I’ve previously worked as a TA and 1-1 for 8 years at a secondary school. In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors. Spending time with my grandchildren or out walking the dog. I’m looking forward to the year ahead here at school.
Miss Lynette Yarwood – Teaching Assistant
Hello, I’m a 1:1 in year 6 and joined Ludworth in September 2023. I’ve worked in schools for over 8 years and thoroughly enjoy it. I enjoy sport in and outside of school. In my spare time you will find me with my daughter, 10, enjoying the great outdoors. I’m looking forward to what the rest of the school year has to bring.
Mrs Claire Cundiff – Admin Assistant
I’m excited to be joining Ludworth this term. Having lived in the local area, I already know what a fantastic reputation Ludworth has and I can’t wait to be part of its future. You’ll soon get to know me, as I’ll be a familiar face (or voice!) working in the school office.Outside of school, I’m a life long Manchester City fan and have had a season ticket for a very long time! I also love keeping active at the gym and regularly challenge myself by entering various fitness competitions.I’m really looking forward to meeting everyone and becoming part of the Ludworth community.
Mrs Jenny Findlow – Finance Assistant
I have been at Ludworth since 2017, working as a Teaching Assistant. I now deal with the admin and finance side of Stay and Play as well as many other things!In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family – I am Mum to two boys age 20 & 12 – and socialising with our friends. I also enjoy getting crafty, making cards and gifts for special occasions, but can also be found with my head in a good book!
Mr Simon Brennan – Site Manager
I am the Site Manager at Ludworth Primary and ensure the whole site is kept safe for all children, staff and families. I have worked at Ludworth forever (since 2006!). I have been involved with a lot of expansion programmes during my time here, and have managed the latest building works. In my spare time I enjoy watching football and am a Manchester United fan. I also enjoy spending time with my grown-up children and my 12 year old daughter.