Headteacher - Vicki
Vicki has been headteacher at Ayloff school for 4 years and has just taken over as head teacher for the new school Elm Park with responsibility for 65 staff and 410 pupils. One of the school’s core aims is based on preparing pupils for tomorrow’s future today and the use of technology to transform educational practice is an integral part of this vision. The school has worked hard to develop its website and in particular its new school blog, which is proving to be an excellent way to enhance home/school links. Find out more about Vicki
“As a parent myself, I want children to be equipped to be engaged in the world of tomorrow, where the jobs have not even been invented yet.”
Dave Smith, LA advisor, London Borough of Havering
Office Manager - Ashlea
I started working for Ayloff Primary School in April 2007 as Finance and Administration Officer. After being in post for 1 year I was promoted to Office Manager. I previously worked in the private sector in an office for 20 years. I have responsibility for two members of office staff. Find out more about Ashlea
Deputy headteacher - Lesley
Lesley has been Deputy Head at Ayloff for 4 years and joined the staff as Vicki became Headteacher. Lesley is now the Deputy Head of the new school. It is her role to support the smooth running of the school. She is assessment leader and manages staff professional development. She also gets to pick up any subject leadership roles as staff leave, until others can take on these roles on a more permanent basis. Currently she is ICT leader, although much of the work is shared amongst the ICT development team. Find out more about Lesley
ICT Consultant and Curriculum Advisor - Dave
Dave Smith is ICT Consultant and Curriculum Advisor for London Borough of Havering Inspection and Advisory Services. He worked as a primary school teacher for a number of years, he then moved onto become a Senior National Tutor/Assistant Marketing Director for mPowerNet ICT Training for Teachers at Anglia Ruskin University and then Leader for School Improvement at Engayne Primary School, where he led the development of ICT to support all aspects of the school. He is also currently Chair of The Visualiser Forum – promoting visualiser use across education and a governor with responsibility for ICT at his daughter’s school. Find out more about Dave
Teaching Assistant - Laura
II have been working as a Teaching Assistant for 6 year, working mainly with pupils in years 3 and 4. During my last performance management meeting I stated an interest in improving my ICT skills and was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to attend various courses. This year I have been given the role of supporting the teachers when they use the Apple Mac laptops, which I am really enjoying. Find out more about Laura.