Exwick Heights
Primary School
Our Trust of Schools
Jennifer Dell
SENDCo
I joined the team as SENDCo in September 2023 and this first year at Exwick Heights has been a huge privilege. Our children are fantastic, the staff are passionate about giving the children the best opportunities possible and I feel very fortunate to be part of such a positive and caring team.
A top highlight has been meeting so many supportive parents as well as their children, working together to provide the best possible provision and of course, seeing the incredible progress the children are making on a day to day basis. I can’t wait to see what next year brings.
Paul Hackworthy
Premises Manager
I am the Premises Manager here at Exwick Heights and alongside my colleague Rich we aim to ensure our school always provides a safe and welcoming environment for our teachers to teach and our pupils to learn in. Our stunning buildings, both built post 2007 within the site of the old Guide Dogs for the Blind grounds are surrounded by equally stunning grounds. When standing on our balcony and looking out over our playing field and wooded Nature Area with visitors to our school, almost without fail the word “wow” is mentioned. I hope that we maintain our “wow” factor over the coming years and as long as I’m the Premises Manager, this will be a never-ending target.
Maisie Hansed
Teacher
I started working at Exwick Heights Primary School two years ago as an early career teacher and have loved every second! At Exwick Heights, the staff are friendly and supportive while the children are enthusiastic, well-mannered and kind. Every day is different and it is truly rewarding to watch the children make progress, find new interests and make new friends. I particularly enjoy all of the enrichment opportunities which Exwick heights provides such as our year 4 trip to Kent’s Cavern and our Harry Potter themed quidditch day! Our school values of kindness, curiosity and determination can be seen in each and every classroom and it is wonderful to teach ambitious children who are willing to try their hardest to achieve their dreams.
Rebecca Haswell
Teacher
I have been teaching for nearly 30 years and have taught in London, Egypt, Spain and Devon. I am about to go into my 10th year at Exwick Heights and cannot believe how time the time has flown by! I am proud to work at this amazing school as the staff, parents and children are amazing. It has been wonderful to see the school grow and develop and to witness our children really thrive. I feel we provide a broad and balanced curriculum for our pupils and prepare them well for the future. I have been a team leader across the school and enjoy making positive changes as part of the SLT. Art is a passion of mine and I have loved leading this subject and running art club. My role as School Council link teacher has meant I have been able to work with the children to gather their thoughts about how we can make our school even better. Reading for pleasure is a real strength and Exwick and I also lead the Read to Succeed initiative, where children earn tickets and win a book. Next year, I will be taking on the role of Techer Governor and am looking forward to working with colleagues from the wider community and The Ted Wragg Trust to help our wonderful school continue to improve.
Jessica Knight
Teaching Assistant
I'm Miss Knight and I've worked at Exwick Heights for 5 years now. I joined as a Mealtime Assistant when my son started school and have since become a Teaching Assistant whilst doing a Primary Education degree. I love working at Exwick Heights; we have a fantastic community feel within our school with wonderful staff and children. We are very lucky to have lots of trips, extra curricular clubs and plenty of green spaces within our school grounds.
My highlight so far has been a recent trip to the Barnfield Theatre with our reception children to watch the Dear Santa play at Christmas. It was so lovely to see all of the children enjoying themselves and representing our great behaviour standards out in public.
Mike Oakley
Teaching Assistant
I love working at Exwick Heights. My job as Teaching Assistant challenges me everyday and is extremely rewarding. I work with an amazing group of people who all support the children to strive to be the very best version of themselves.
My passion is Math. I love developing the children’s understanding and sharing the “light bulb” moments with them.
One of my absolute highlights was the residential to Beam House with our Year 6 cohort. It was such a fantastic place. Being able to have a laugh with my colleagues and the children is so special; we work hard but play and have fun too.