Teachers

Headteacher

Our Head teacher is Mrs Wasyliw. She has a degree in geography from Durham University together with over 30 years primary teaching experience. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and pets!

Miss Spann (Class 1)

 

Mrs Kowal (Class 2)

Mrs Kowal came to us in 2008 to teach Class 4; having previously worked in Lancashire. Since 2010, she has been teaching Class 1 and welcoming the new Reception children to St John’s. Mrs Kowal is responsible for R.E. and Collective Worship in school, developing our Christian ethos and education. In her spare time, she is a leader at a Guide unit, enjoys reading and loves to spend time with her family.

Mr Dewick (Class 3)

Mr Dewick has been at St John’s since September 2010 and teaches year 5 and Class 4. He has taught all year groups across key stage 2.  He also enjoys teaching sport especially cricket and football. In his spare time he plays for a local football team – Ellandians FC.

Mrs Boyd (Year 4)

Mrs Boyd joined St John's in 2022 and currently teaches Year 4. Previously, Mrs Boyd has 10 years  experience teaching Nursery all the way to Year 6 at a school in Bradford. Most of her career has been in Key Stage 2 and her favourite subjects to teach are Maths and English. Mrs Boyd enjoys spending time with her young twin daughters, exploring the outdoors and watching films. 

Mr Claxton (Class 4)

Mr Claxton has recently joined St John's and is teaching year 5 and Class 4. He has 5 years of experieince in teaching- he has taught every year group from nursery to year 6. In his spare time, Mr Claxton loves to play and watch football. On weekends, he plays Saturday league football for Todmorden FC. His favourite thing to do is spend time with his family, and he is excited to be welcoming a son to the world in early 2026! 

Mrs Ingram (Class 5- KS2 Manager and Assistant Headteacher)

Mrs Ingram has taught across key stage 2 and currently teaches year 6 and Class 5. She is also key stage 2 manager and the assistant head teacher. Mrs Ingram loves drama, dance and being creative – she is often planning an exciting curriculum day or trip for the children. In her spare time, she enjoys long walks, keeping fit and spending time with her family.

 

CLASS ORGANISATION 

St John's has 5 classes - 2 in EYFS and Key Stage 1 and 3 in Key Stage 2. 

Children are split into their year groups of approximately 20 children for key teaching in maths and English. 

Mrs Boyd teaches every morning to enable Key Stage 2 to be taught in year groups of approximately 20 pupils. 

 

Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs Wasyliw

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs Ingram

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator: Mrs Boyd

Mental health first aider: Mrs Wasyliw 

 Support staff

Our invaluable Support Staff include:-

Mrs Gorrill
Mrs Gorrill is a higher-level teaching assistant, working in Class 1. She is involved in special needs provision for our children and has been at St John’s for many years. 

Mrs John

Mrs John works as a higher-level teaching assistant across school and is also a mid-day supervisor and first aider. She was previously a dance teacher - and keeps her skills up by teaching our after-school dance club.

Sensei Matt Handley

Matt teaches karate to our KS2 children each Friday afternoon. He is a former British karate champion, runs a successful local martial arts club as well as being a National paralympic coach!

Mrs Worthington

Mrs Worthington works as a TA in KS1. She is also a mid-day supervisor and first aider. Her permanent smile makes her very popular with the children!

Miss Wasyliw

 

SCHOOL OFFICE TEAM

Mr Benson is our Office Manager. He joined St John’s in January 2019. His previous role was Finance & Operations Manager within education, having also worked in Banking for 12 and a half years. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family and playing cricket during the summer months.

Ms Mellor are the office administrative assistants. They are both cheerful and always happy to help. They also help at lunch time as part of our lunch time team.

 

CARETAKER

Mr Denton

Mr Denton, our site manager, is a real Mr Fix-it! He turns his hand to everything to ensure our school is a safe and clean place to learn. He can be found in and around the school, the grounds and even on the roof!

 

KITCHEN STAFF