Our School Vision

Developing a respectful, responsible and resilient community.
Empowering articulate. confident and independent individuals who have the skills and are ready for life long learning.

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Statistics

Worsbrough Common Primary School is a larger than average sized primary school with 468 pupils on role. We have a 52 place nursery for children from the age of three. The school has a specialist resourced provision which caters for 10 pupils who have language and communication needs. School attendance target is 97%. Our current school priorities are improving outcomes, particularly in reading and writing to bring them inline with national averages. School are also working to improve whole school attendance.

Attendance
95.8
%
2019/2020
EYFS GLD
63
%
2018/2019
KS1 RWM
52
%
2018/2019
KS2 RWM
44
%
2018/2019

Our staff

Mrs Haigh

HLTA

Mrs Lockwood

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Harris

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Grant

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Marling

Year 1 Teacher

Hello, my name is Mrs Marling, I love to learn and love to read. I hope we will have a wonderful year learning together and enjoy some good stories along the way! At home, I'm happiest when I get to spend time with my family and my animals; I have two cats, called Tigger and Berlioz, and a chocolate Labrador called Hershey!

Miss Allen

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Osborne

Year 4 Teacher

My name is Mrs Osborne, I am a mum of two young children who I adore. I love travelling and exploring new places and I have previously swam with sharks and jumped down a waterfall. I am also a really caring person who loves inspiring young minds. 

Mrs Rodgers

Year 4 Teacher

I’m Miss Rodgers and new here at WCPS. I’m excited to get to know the children and community around our school. When I’m not a school I’m outnumbered by boys at home, who keep me busy with skate parks, football matches and keeping the fridge full (most of which I actually enjoy!).

Miss Phillips

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Wellings

Resource Provision Teacher

Hi, I’m Mrs Wellings.  I enjoy using a creative approach to engage children in their learning and am passionate about inclusive practice and SEND.  I have a brilliant sense of humour, love spending time with my family and enjoy travelling. 

Mrs Wright

Foundation 2 Teacher

Miss Tindle

HLTA

Mrs Mathers

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Hines

Mrs Gallear

Foundation 2 Teacher

Mrs Lowrie

Year 2 Teacher

I’m Mrs Lowrie, I teach year 2! I especially love key stage one and PE. I am pleased to say this is my eighth year of teaching at WCPS and I love to learn just like you! I enjoy spending time with my family and going for long walks. 

Mrs Evans

Nursery Teacher

Hi I’m Mrs Evans. This is my sixth year working in foundation stage and I love it! When I’m not at school I spend my time with my two daughters. We like to go to the caravan at the weekends especially when it’s raining so that we can get cosy and play lots of board games!

Mrs Gray

Teaching Assistant & Junior Wardens Lead

Mrs Paddock

Head of School

I'm Mrs Paddock, I'm new here but can I tell you something it is one of my favourite places to be! I love being part of the exciting learning journey at WCPS and spending my days with the amazing staff, pupils and families. When I'm not at work I'm looking after my crazy children, Billy who is 9 and Lottie who is 2.

Mrs Rodgers

Teaching Assistant

Miss Creamer

Year 1 Teacher

My name is Miss Creamer, this is my first year at WCPS and my first year of teaching! I have just finished my PGCE at university. I prefer chatty classrooms to quiet ones, I love to read and also love to challenge myself and learn new things- I have just started lessons to learn sign language!

Mrs Wilson

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Houghton

Year 5 Teacher

My name is Mrs Houghton. I’ve been teaching for quite a long time and I love what I do! Other things I love are my two children, my three cats, my dog, chocolate, tea and reading. In my spare time you’ll find me out walking my dog or curled up with a good book and a cuppa.

Mrs Cook

Teaching Assistant

Miss Beachill

Teaching Assistant

Miss Voyse

Year 2 Teacher

Hi, I’m Miss Voyse and this is my 4th year teaching! My teaching career started at WCPS when I came here to do my teacher training and I’ve loved every minute of it! I absolutely love teaching maths and engaging children to become great mathematicians. I’m caring and fun and enjoy putting smiles on children’s faces in the classroom!

Mrs Hawkes

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Wigglesworth

Year 5 Teacher

I am currently in my fourth year of teaching here at WCPS. I’m an avid reader, a passionate baker and a huge Disney fan! I love learning new things and trying new experiences. I’m at my happiest curled up with a good book, a cup of tea and a yummy piece of cake! 

Mrs Bell

Year 6 Teacher

Hi, I am Mrs Bell. With me there is never a dull moment! It has been said that if you are looking for me in school you will hear me before you see me (as I am really loud). I love musicals and I see everyday as a performance. I love to sing, act, and make other people laugh!

Miss Douglas

Year 6 Teacher

Hi, my name is Miss Douglas. I am well travelled, and love to take a risk on my adventures. I have climbed Mount Everest (to base camp), fished in Central America, and boarded down an active volcano! Ask me about the amazing place I have been.

Mrs Green

Foundation 2 Teacher

I'm Mrs Green and I joined WCPS in September 2019. I am passionate about Early years and can usually be found on the floor with our super 4 and 5 year olds. When I'm not at school I'll be with my children, husband and dog on a muddy walk.

Mrs Cole

Teaching Assistant

Miss Wood

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Dawson

Teaching Assistant

Miss Fisher

HLTA

I have had the pleasure of working in primary education for over 20 years, with a keen interest in using I.T., film and animation to enhance learning. I am a mum of two (grown up) boys and love reading crime thrillers.

Miss Miller

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Howell

Teaching Assistant

Miss Booth

HLTA

Mrs Howell

Teacher

My name is Mrs Howell and I think a day without laughter is a wasted day. I enjoy spending time with my wonderful family and watching live music, especially at festivals. I have been teaching at WCPS for 6 years now and I absolutely love my job! 

Mrs Grainger

Nursery Nurse

Mrs Hijazi

Teaching Assistant

Miss Pearson

Year 4 Teacher

Mrs Whitlam

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Newell

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Philburn

Teaching Assistant

Mrs Wiggan

Year 3 Teacher

I’m Miss Wiggan and I currently teach year 3. I love learning and discovering new things!  I really enjoy reading and story time is one of my favourite parts of the school day! 

Mrs Chambers

SENCO

I’m Mrs Chambers and I love learning, especially a Maths challenge! When I’m not at WCPS I love to travel and explore new places, visit the theatre and spend time with my crazy family.

Mrs Darlington

Teaching Assistant

Mr Ogden

Year 5 Teacher

Hello, my names Mr Ogden. I’ve only just started at Worsbrough common and I’m really enjoying it. I like watching and playing sports, mainly football. I also enjoy reading, and cooking.

Ms Burton

Year 3 Teacher

Hello, my name is Mrs Burton. I am a mum to an almost teenage boy and he is my world. In fact, he is the reason I became a teacher. This is my second year of teaching at WCPS and I have loved every minute. I am a very caring person and passionate about everything I do. In my spare time (which is not much :)) I love to be with family and friends, go for walks with my dog and cook.

Mrs Wogan

Teaching Assistant

Latest Blog Posts

Worry Dolls

Today we are going to watch Ruby finds a worry. We will be making worry dolls and telling them our worries. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCyiiHI2SJU

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