Meet the Team

Hanna Blackmore - Headteacher

My passion is horse-riding and spending time with my family. We love to travel and seek out new adventures!

 

 

 

 

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Tejinder Deeks - Deputy Headteacher

I have always been driven by a passion for education and learning. From a young age, I took on leadership roles as a peer leader, starting at the age of 13. This early experience taught me the importance of guiding and supporting others, paving the way for my career in education.

I have had the privilege of working with children and young people in various settings, including primary schools, youth centres, colleges, secondary schools, and universities. Throughout my career, I have focused on training students in conflict resolution and challenging racism. By imparting these essential skills, I aim to create inclusive environments where individuals from diverse backgrounds can thrive together.

Since 2008, I have been devoted to my various roles in a primary school. This experience has allowed me to witness firsthand the transformative power of education. Every day, I strive to empower my students and instill in them a strong belief in their own abilities.

One principle that guides me in my work is the belief that every child should have a voice. I am passionate about fostering an environment where all children feel heard and valued.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, watching my favourite football team, long walks with my dog Jack Jack and playing board games and quizzes.  

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Maria Lopez - Deputy Headteacher

I have been working in education for more than a decade. In my current role, I am entrusted with overseeing the intricacies of curriculum development and data management.

My passion lies in cultivating a profound love for learning among students through innovative and engaging methodologies.

I am a huge advocate of the use of Museum artifacts to spark curiosity in our pupils and make lessons come alive.

A firm advocate for holistic development, I am committed to providing students with opportunities to explore and nurture their talents. Whether it's acquiring new skills or uncovering hidden passions, I am dedicated to creating an environment that fosters personal growth.

Beyond the professional realm, you can catch me chilling with some tunes and reading or even strumming my ukulele. I am also an animal lover at heart and enjoy sharing my home with a beautiful Labrador called Laika.  

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Marta Cano - SENCo

I have been working on education for almost 15 years now. Graduated in Spain as a Special Needs teacher and soon moved abroad to fulfil my dream. I am currently the Inclusion Lead and the SENDCo in the school. Within my role, I work very closely with teaching staff and children to ensure that the standards of teaching and learning, pupils' achievements, and progression are effective and accessible for all our pupils.

As a school leader, I have a great passion for education. I believe Knowledge is the secret key that allows us to connect with the wider world. For this reason, I dedicate time to researching the most effective teaching approaches for pupils with SEN; working with colleagues to develop effective ways of bridging barriers to learning.

In my free time, I enjoy sports and nature, outdoor activities in both the seaside and the mountains! I used to travel a lot around the world... however, I recently had a cheeky baby girl, who is pretty much taking ALL of my time outside work!

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Mashkhas Haddar - Class Teacher & Year Lead - Year 5

I have been teaching for almost 9 years now, mostly in KS2. I am currently an Associate Senior Leader, Phase Leader, and a Year 5 class teacher.

In my spare time, I enjoy going for long walks, baking and spending time with family and friends.

Nursery

Caley Ahern - Class Teacher - Nursery

I enjoy learning, reading and cups of tea. I also love animals and am a huge fan of The Lion King.

 

 

 

 

 

Almas Khan - Class Teacher - Nursery

I have specialised in Early Years, and I am currently a nursery teacher in Langley heritage Primary school.  I have been teaching for over 10 years.

My favourite thing to do is spending time with my family. My hobbies are running, watching Disney movies and cooking.

“I believe life is a mirror, smile at it and it smiles back at you” Peace Pilgrim

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Reception

Suzanne Barry - Class Teacher - Reception

Teaching has been my vocation for over 20 years. I believe every child is capable of academic success. The most rewarding part of my job is seeing those light bulb moments and knowing I have made a difference to a child’s life.

I currently teach in Reception, where exploration and learning through play are at the heart of everything we do. I enjoy preparing exciting learning opportunities and exploring children’s ideas through continuous provision.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy reading, walking, theatre and spending time with my family.

Samantha Minott - Class Teacher - Reception

My friends and family are my rock. I enjoy travelling and doing adventurous things. Most of all, I LOVE cake! I could eat cake all day.

 

 

 

 

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Year 1

Nathaniel Kerrison-Pope - Class Teacher - Year 1

I enjoy walking my dog, hiking in the lake district with my family and playing tennis and badminton. I have been working my way through the Wainwright Walks my most recent hike was Hallin Fell.

 

 

 

 

Namira Hussain - Class Teacher - Year 1

This is my first year at The Langley Heritage Primary with my own class, and I already feel part of the big family! I currently teach year 1, where I encourage the children to express their passions, develop their creativity, explore and be curious learners.

Outside of the classroom I have an intense love for cooking and baking, which always keeps me occupied, and spending time with my family and friends. Also, I love all different kinds of animals, and often visit pet café’s with my pet cat.

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Year 2

Tetyana Petrova - Class Teacher - Year 2

With 30 years of experience in primary school education, I am a devoted educator who has consistently focused on guiding and mentoring young minds throughout their primary years. Within the classroom, I foster an atmosphere that nurtures both creativity and curiosity, promoting academic excellence and emotional growth among students.

I am passionate about implementing innovative teaching methods, drawing inspiration from diverse experiences gained through my love for travel, thus infusing a global perspective into our lessons. As a mentor, my commitment extends to establishing a positive and inclusive environment, emphasizing the development of not only academic prowess but also essential life skills in primary school-aged children.

Beyond the realm of education, my love for literature is apparent as I frequently recommend books to instill a passion for reading among students. Additionally, I share my joy of baking by creating delicious treats in my kitchen, fostering a sense of community by generously sharing them with both colleagues and students. Three decades of dedicated service have left a lasting impact on the school community, defining me not just as a teacher but as a guiding presence in shaping the holistic development of young minds.

Lucy Perera - Class Teacher - Year 2

I have been a teacher for over ten years, and I am passionate about fostering a love of learning and helping children develop holistically.  I believe that by giving children a strong foundation, primary education can set children up for living a meaningful, enjoyable life and making a positive contribution to society. I am particularly interested in mindfulness and wellbeing and enjoy my role as PSHE lead and Senior Mental Health co-lead.

In my personal time, I love spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy running, walking in nature, playing tennis, reading and meditation. 

Hayley Allerton - Class Teacher - Year 2

I have a passion for learning, and love being able to share this and promote curiosity in class! Outside of school I enjoy acting and going to the theatre.  I especially love watching and reading anything with detectives in! I always try to find the adventure in life and love visiting new places with my family. 

 

 

 

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Year 3

Lee-Anne Roche - Class Teacher - Year 3

I have been a teacher for 6 years, after starting my life in education as teaching assistant for almost 7 years before. I started at Langley Heritage in September working in Year 4 after spending most of my teaching years in Year 1 and I am enjoying the challenge of the older children. Staff, children and parents have been very welcoming, and I feel as if I have been here for years already. 

 

Beyond the classroom, I have an active 3-year-old boy who keeps me on my toes, and I also a huge netball fan, I play netball two nights a week to have some downtime.

Leigh Evetts - Class Teacher - Year 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Year 4

Elizabeth Robinson - Class Teacher - Year 4

I have been a teacher at the Langley Heritage Primary for the last 8 years and I knew the first day I walked in that it would be a lifechanging experience! I progressed from being an ECT in my first year, to being a fully qualified teacher and in the last 3 years became year lead and Digital Learning lead. I love to see the progress children make and instil a belief in each one I teach that they can achieve whatever they want to if they believe in themselves.

Beyond the classroom, my favourite thing to do is catch up with friends and family, watch foodie TV and walk my very cute but naughty Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy called Pebble.

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Year 5

Liam Shannahan - Class Teacher - Year 5

I love sports! especially playing and watching football. I love travelling to new countries and also love cooking and obviously into my food. I’m also a bit of a history buff.

 

 

 

Usma Hussain - Class Teacher - Year 5

I love spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy going on long walks and playing with my children. 

 

 

 

 

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Year 6

Mashkhas Haddar - Class Teacher - Year 6

I have been teaching for almost 9 years now, mostly in KS2. I am currently an Associate Senior Leader, Phase Leader, and a Year 5 class teacher.

In my spare time, I enjoy going for long walks, baking and spending time with family and friends.

 

 

Ronan Mackrory - Class Teacher - Year 6

I like sport especially football, cricket and rugby. I also enjoy listening to music and watching a variety of film genres.

 

 

 

 

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Other Teaching Staff

Mr Clark - Music Teacher

I love making music and playing the drums, I also enjoy watching films and going to see live music. 

 

 

 

 

Samuel Nightingill - PE Coach

Natalie Jennison - TA - Nursery

I enjoy doing outdoor activities and love to read a book or two now and then.

I’m always happy and can sometimes have silly moments, I enjoy being with my friends and some of my hobbies include arts and crafts.

 

 

 

Raina Prichard - TA - Nursery

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kirsti McCombe – Nursery TA

I joined TLHP in September following a career in nurseries and the NHS. I am so excited to be working in such a welcoming and inclusive school.

In the short time I have been here I already feel so valued and that my skills are being used to their fullest. Working in EYFS no day is ever dull and I am proud of the bonds I have built with children and staff. I look forward to seeing the progress of our Early Years children and supporting and challenging them within their learning.

In my spare time I enjoy walks and sightseeing with my 2 sons, family and friends. We are also a fan of a movie night with popcorn and treats.

 

Mandy Dobbyn - TA - Reception

I like socialising and entertaining with family and friends, watching soaps and drama programmes.

 

 

 

 

Lisa Shattock - TA - Year 1

I really enjoy singing in my local choir. My hobbies are reading, walking and going to the theatre.

 

 

 

 

 

Jane Hodge - TA - Year 1

I really like to cook and socialise with my friends. I like to dance and listen to music. I enjoy going to the Caribbean and meeting my family. I love the food, the beaches and carnival.

 

 

 

Terri Urvoy - TA - Year 2

 

My hobbies are reading, baking and making cards. I also enjoy walks with my children and my dog.

 

 

 

 

Kinza Fatima - TA - Year 2

Apart from enjoying working as a TA, I like to go on a long drive and enjoy eating out with my family. I like cooking, baking and buying gifts for friends and family. 

 

 

 

 

 

Charmaine Smith - TA - Year 3

I have four children which keep me very busy but when we can I love going out as a family and having our family movie nights. I like to socialise with family and friends too which usually involves food and mainly chocolate.

 

 

 

Anuradha Ghosh - TA - Year 3

 

 

I enjoy travelling and reading books. I also love cooking new recipes and spending time with family and friends.

 

 

 

 

 

Linda Husher - TA - Year 4

I have worked at The Langley Heritage Primary for 15 years. I have worked in all year groups across the school except Year 6. Some of the first children I worked with are now parents themselves! My job as a Teaching Assistant is varied and no two days are the same. I love every minute of it. It is especially rewarding to help every child reach their full potential.

Outside of school I love spending time with my family, especially my Grandchildren. I love sport, football being my favourite, I am an Arsenal supporter. I also love to shop and go on holiday.
 

Violet O’Rourke - TA - Year 4

I have worked with children for over 10 years, starting in a nursery, looking after babies and toddlers. I have been at The Langley Heritage for nearly 8 years now. I started as a one-to-one LSA supporting in reception. Then went on to support across key stage one and lower key stage 2 in years 1,2,3 and 4 as a teaching assistant.

I also manage the after-school club, Turtle Bay with Donna and Mr Green.

Outside of school, I enjoy going out with friends and family and walking my naughty chihuahua Tyson!
 

Faiza Ghauri - TA - Year 5

I like cooking and Interior Designing. I also enjoy playing tennis and various sports like basketball & volleyball.

 

 

 

 

Shafaq Ali - TA - Year 5

I like to travel and explore new places around the world.  Enjoying nature through walks and endorsing its beauty is my favourite pastime.

 

 

 

 

Reena Menon - TA - Year 6

I enjoy reading, gardening, swimming, listening to music and spending time with my family and friends.

 

 

 

 

Nazia Malik - HLTA - Year 6

I enjoy playing table tennis and badminton, going on holidays and doing adventurous things such as sky diving! I also enjoy watching Netflix to relax. My colleagues describe me as ‘Meticulous’.

 

 

Marta Cano - SENCo

I have been working on education for almost 15 years now. Graduated in Spain as a Special Needs teacher and soon moved abroad to fulfil my dream. I am currently the Inclusion Lead and the SENDCo in the school. Within my role, I work very closely with teaching staff and children to ensure that the standards of teaching and learning, pupils' achievements, and progression are effective and accessible for all our pupils.

As a school leader, I have a great passion for education. I believe Knowledge is the secret key that allows us to connect with the wider world. For this reason, I dedicate time to researching the most effective teaching approaches for pupils with SEN; working with colleagues to develop effective ways of bridging barriers to learning.

In my free time, I enjoy sports and nature, outdoor activities in both the seaside and the mountains! I used to travel a lot around the world... however, I recently had a cheeky baby girl, who is pretty much taking ALL of my time outside work!

 

Rebecca Surgess - Inclusion Team

I have worked at the Langley Heritage for almost 8years now and am currently the Inclusion Teacher in the mornings, then covering throughout the school in the afternoons. I also run the Girl’s Football Team alongside Mrs Roche and have had some great success with them already this term.

Beyond the classroom, I have a 13-year-old son and 10-year-old daughter, who both have a passion for football, spending most evenings and weekends training or matching.

 

Dereece Green - Inclusion Team

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tracey Noctor - Family Support Manager

I like spending time with my family, socialising with friends and watching TV programmes.

 

 

 

 

 

Joanne Abercrombie - Family Support Worker

I enjoy socialising with friends, spending time with my family and taking my dog for walks.

 

 

 

 

Donna Kennedy - Place2Be Counsellor

I have worked at Langley Heritage as the Place2be Counsellor for over 2 years now and I am passionate about children's mental health and wellbeing. I believe that helping our children today will help our future tomorrow.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family – My husband, our 2 boys and our gorgeous Cavapoo Chloe.

Cheryl Laws - School Operations Manager & PA to the Headteacher

I have been at TLHP for 6 years and as School Operations Manager having come from a HR background in a variety of industries. I enjoy a varied and busy role that includes HR, Finance, Office Management, communications, Health & Safety, Staff cover, timetabling, general operations & site management and being PA to the Head. I am a member of the PTA and take a keen interest in looking at ways to help develop the school.

Outside of school I am busy with my two children but enjoy going to concerts when I can.

 

 

Petra Harris - Admin Assistant

I like spending quality time with my family, walking my dogs and gardening.

 

 

 

 

 

Katie Coull

I have been working here at the Langley Heritage Primary for over 5 years now, I work in the office as Admin lead, and I really enjoy showing new prospective parents around our wonderful school. In my spare time I enjoy travelling, shopping, watching movies and spending time with my family and friends, I am a mum of 4 and have new twin boys who keep me super busy.

 

Matthew Kerrison Pope - Finance & Health and Safety Assistant

I enjoy walking, reading, spending time with family and building Harry Potter Lego!

 

 

 

 

Danny Tyler

 

 

 

 

 

Carol Davies - Breakfast Club, Lunchtime Supervisor and Cleaning Supervisor

I love listening to all types of music and love going to the cinema. 

 

 

 

 

 

Donna Curley - Lunchtime Controller and After School Club

I like reading and going for walks with my dog.

 

 

 

 

 

Carly Davies

Gagandeep Kaur - Lunchtime Controller

I enjoy creating a fun environment for the children and being part of a fantastic school community. In my free time, I love cooking and spending time with my family.

 

 

 

 

 

Stacey Ludlow

 

Jenny Rochford - Lunchtime Controller and Cleaner

I love gardening and spending time with my family.

 

 

 

 

 

Karolina Stanko

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liz Walker - Lunchtime Controller

I help look after the reception children when they are eating their lunch and look after them at playtimes. I like watching all the soaps and all the new dramas that are on TV. I enjoy spending time with my family and my new granddaughter when I go back home for visits. Iam always up for a nice cup of tea and plenty of doughnuts!