Sarah started her teaching career after 20 years in the Civil Service. In this time, she has worked alongside regular and reservist soldiers and officers and supported families in her roles within Shropshire. Her last post was Officer Manager for the Territorial Army unit where she managed staff and played an integral role in recruiting territorial army soldiers.

In 2010, she went back to university to complete her PGCE gaining QTS status in 2011. Her teaching career started in a larger than average primary school in Telford and Wrekin teaching all year groups across KS1 and KS2. Very quickly, she joined the senior leadership team taking on subject responsibility for Maths, computing, assessment, and a KS2 manager role. Progressing to Assistant Headteacher, Sarah played an integral part in two Ofsted visits, and has led and sustained whole school change in her subject areas. This has included a curriculum with planned progression that engaged and excited the children linked to the local and wider community. In addition, she achieved SLE status becoming part of the Telford and Wrekin Specialist Leaders in Education for Maths.

To further her career, she moved to Tibberton CE Primary School as Head of School. She played an integral part in establishing the newly formed federation and its strategic vision and ethos. Within her role as Head of School, she has had responsibility for the day-to-day management of the school, redesigning leading and embedding an ambitious curriculum for all with subject responsibility for Maths, RE and Computing. In addition, she has had recent experience of an Ofsted inspection where she led the deep dive in Maths enabling St Lawrence CE Primary School (federated school) to be given a positive outcome for the subject and school in general.

Sarah has also recently achieved the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) demonstrating her strong leadership and management to secure excellent outcomes and opportunities for all pupils.  

Sarah is very passionate and committed to providing the very best educational opportunities and improving the outcomes for all pupils by building strong partnerships between school, governing body parents and children

In her own time, Sarah enjoys spending time on her small holding with a small herd of Hereford cattle, horses, geese and chickens. She is an active member of the local church where she is the treasurer.

With 14 years at Wilfred Owen Primary, as Head of School I bring a huge amount of experience and enthusiasm to the role. I’m especially passionate about designing a curriculum that excites and challenges our children and I’m always looking for ways to help the school grow and improve.

One of the things I love most is the joy that comes from working with the children—whether it’s seeing their faces light up when they learn something new or hearing their brilliant ideas during lessons. That daily connection with the children is what keeps me inspired and motivated.

I also enjoy working closely with staff to bring fresh thinking into the classroom and create a positive, supportive environment for everyone.

Outside of school, I’m just as energetic spending my spare time dancing, running, and walking my dog. It’s all part of my commitment to staying active and balanced, both in and out of work.

Karen started her teaching career 11 years ago following a career in Financial Services.  During her career in Financial Services, she worked in Sales and Management roles, including 4 years spent based in Edinburgh managing call centres for Scottish Widows.

Following a relocation to Shrewsbury, Karen wanted a new challenge so started a degree course in English Literature in 2007 whilst working as a teaching assistant, she then went on to achieve QTS status through the Graduate Teacher Programme in June 2012.

Karen’s first teaching post was in The Wilfred Owen School in September 2012. To further her career, Karen took on the role of SENCO and completed her National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination qualification in 2015 with the University of Wolverhampton.

Karen is passionate about ensuring that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential through delivering an engaging curriculum and raising aspirations.  She is an empathetic leader who focuses on developing the strengths and talents of the people she works with.  She truly believes that a strong leader is only as good as the people they work with.

In her spare time Karen likes to spend time with her family, to wind down at the gym and lose herself in a good book. She likes a challenge and recently walked the 96-mile West Highland Way.

Kelly has worked at St. George’s for 7 years, having previously taught in Telford and Wrekin. Always passionate about teaching as a career, Kelly qualified with a BA Hons in Education with QTS in 2008. Having being classroom based for a number of years, her leadership journey began as a cohort leader, progressing to Assistant Headteacher, and then to Deputy Headteacher.

Having a range of experience in leading and sustaining whole school change, Kelly has been successful in raising the progress and attainment in reading, leading to a reduction of underperformance in reading, in all year groups. In ensuring reading is a high priority, Kelly has since researched and embedded evidence – based practice to secure continuous positive outcomes for all pupils. Keen to disseminate good practice, Kelly has led coaching and development sessions for staff and supported other schools in implementing successful reading practices through team teaching and staff training.

Kelly achieved the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination and has since implemented and demonstrated excellent SEND practice. As a qualified SENCo, passionate about leading and developing SEN provision, Kelly has facilitated and promoted a culture of inclusive practice that is founded upon research and enabling access to the curriculum, which consequently resulted in securing improved outcomes for pupils with SEN. Driven to ensure continuous professional development, Kelly has trained and supported staff in her own setting, and has worked collaboratively with other settings to enhance Special Educational Needs provision across the primary phase.

Motivated to develop professionally, Kelly studied the NPQH alongside studying for the National Award for Special Educational Needs; dedicated to learning and further improving her own practice. Evidence-based research is an area of interest to Kelly, which she has led a number of research projects in school, and as a result has inspired staff and developed a collaborative learning culture to further improve practice through the application of educational pedagogy.

Kelly has had a key role in leading teaching and learning, achieving and maintaining high standards through securing quality CPD for staff and valuable collaboration and support with local schools. As a leader of professional development amongst colleagues, Kelly has mentored and coached both experienced and newly qualified teachers to improve elements of practice that raise progress and attainment.

Children’s educational experiences are at the heart of every decision, so determined to achieve success, Kelly continuously strives for improvement in her own practice to secure positive outcomes for all pupils during their primary phase of education.

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Emma was born and raised in South Wales, where her love of learning and her belief in the life‑changing power of education first began. Her early interest in English, combined with a growing passion for supporting wellbeing, inspired her to pursue a degree in English and Psychology at the University of Liverpool—an academic foundation that would later shape her deep commitment to education and child development.

After university, Emma began her career working for charitable organisations that supported the most vulnerable children. During this time, she achieved qualifications in counselling and gained Masters‑level credits in managing behaviour, strengthening her expertise in supporting children’s wellbeing. This early start to her career instilled in Emma a strong commitment to personal and professional growth and is why, as a leader, she prioritises wellbeing and inclusion.

Emma’s teaching career has taken her across Wolverhampton, Telford, and Shropshire. Many of the schools she has worked in served communities facing high levels of disadvantage, and it was within these settings that she developed a profound belief in the power of education to change life chances. Emma has a strong passion for providing high‑quality teaching and learning opportunities and has led the development of whole‑school strategies to enhance classroom provision. Her passion for English became a defining feature of her teaching, and she has successfully led Phonics, Reading, and Writing across several schools, helping to raise standards and foster a love of literacy in pupils.

Emma’s leadership journey has been both rich and varied. She has progressed through a series of significant roles including English Lead, Inclusion Lead, Assistant Headteacher, and Deputy Headteacher before taking up her current post as Headteacher at Market Drayton Infants and Nursery School. She has also completed the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH), further strengthening her leadership expertise and deepening her commitment to creating nurturing, high‑performing school environments.

Outside of work, Emma enjoys unwinding with a good book, exploring the outdoors while walking her Golden Retriever, and spending quality time with her family. She is a proud mother of two children, who continue to inspire her dedication to education and wellbeing.

Emma Tibbitts joins Market Drayton Junior School as Headteacher, bringing over nine years of successful leadership experience from her previous headship in Tamworth. With a strong track record of school improvement and a recent successful Ofsted inspection, Emma is passionate about raising standards and unlocking potential in every child.

Emma is deeply committed to raising aspirations for disadvantaged pupils, particularly those eligible for pupil premium. She brings a personal understanding of the challenges some children face and a fierce determination to ensure they are given every opportunity to succeed in life.

Emma’s career spans a wide range of educational settings, including state and independent schools, as well as international teaching experience in Valencia. She has taught across primary and Key Stage 3, giving her a broad and inclusive perspective on education.

She is also a respected leader in professional development, having been Lead Literacy Teacher for Staffordshire Local Authority and having served as a Writing Moderator for the past eight years. Her work supports high standards in literacy and empowers teachers to deliver impactful learning.

Staff wellbeing is central to Emma’s leadership philosophy. She believes that a happy, supported team is the foundation of a thriving school and she works hard to foster a culture of care, collaboration and professional growth.

Outside of school, Emma enjoys spending time outdoors and has recently completed Trek26 in support of the Alzheimer’s Society. A keen singer, she performed as a soprano with the Ceramic City Choir, reflecting her love of the arts and community engagement.

Emma brings energy and empathy to Market Drayton Juniors and is excited to lead the school into its next chapter.

​I am delighted to have been appointed as the new Headteacher of St Peter’s CE Primary School. I have worked in primary education throughout my entire career, both in teaching and leadership, and bring a wealth of experience to this role. My passion lies in empowering children to recognise their worth and to achieve their very best in every aspect of life, knowing that each one of us has unique attributes that make us special. I love and value PE, music and art as much as the other academic subjects – a broad curriculum and having lots of different experiences is really important.

I believe strongly in working closely with staff and families to create happy, inclusive, and successful school communities where everyone feels valued. I am very much looking forward to getting to know the children, parents, and the wider community of St Peter’s as we begin this exciting new chapter together.

Beck grew up in Ludlow, South Shropshire, before going to Sheffield University where she studied geography with psychology. She then remained in Sheffield to complete a PGCE in Primary Education. Once qualified as a teacher, she moved back to Shropshire to begin her teaching career.

Beck has been a part of the Woodfield team since 1997. She joined Woodfield as a newly qualified teacher and worked full time for 5 years before beginning a family and moving to a part time position.

She returned to a full time position in 2012 and has since held various positions on the senior leadership team; including Assistant Head, Deputy Head/SENCo and now Acting Head/SENCo.

In 2018 Beck achieved the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination. She is passionate about working alongside the children and their families to secure the correct provision for them. She enjoys working alongside outside agencies and other professionals in order for the children to to receive the support needed so that they can achieve their full potential.

As well as her role as SENCo, Beck also leads on science across the school. She has been part of a working party of science leads form other local schools to develop the science curriculum and, as part of the Shropshire Primary Partnership, Beck facilitates the delivery of the science curriculum to yearly cohorts of Associate Teachers.

Through the Shropshire Primary Partnership, Beck is also a Specialist Leader of Education for science and assessment.

Outside of school, Beck enjoys spending time with her family which includes her 3 children and 2 dogs.