Hello, my name is Mr Thompson and I am Head of Year 7. My role is to support your child in making progress and help guide them to be the best they can be. I work to ensure appropriate support is in place and the transition from primary to secondary education is a positive experience for all. Alongside Mrs Mountford, we aim to support students strive to be successful and thriving members of both the SPA family and wider community. 

As this is your child’s first year at SPA the Head of Year 7 team will support with the following: 

• Settling into high school life
• Progress 
• Homework  
• Pastoral support  
• Support your access to additional services such as SEND

All concerns or enquiries are managed on a case-by-case basis so that there can be a personalised approach for each student. This is so we can take students' individual needs into consideration and find the best way to help them to succeed.  

Students can find me in my classroom A07, the Year 7 area in the morning (blue area) or in the Head of Year Office (next to Science on the middle floor) should they need to discuss anything with me or ask for help.  

Hello, my name is Mr Thompson and I am Head of Year 11. My role is to primarily improve outcomes for students. I work to ensure appropriate support is in place to maximise progress and also develop the attributes needed to be successful at Post 16. Alongside Mrs Stokes, I aim to support students strive to be successful and thriving members of both the SPA family and wider community. 

As we are now in your child’s final year at SPA the Head of Year 11 team will support with the following: 

• Progress and Outcomes 
• Revision Support  
• Post 16 Pathways
• Pastoral Support  
• Referral to additional support e.g., Special Educational Needs. 

All concerns or enquiries are managed on a case-by-case basis so that there can be a personalised approach for each student. This is so we can take students' individual needs into consideration and find the best way to help them to succeed.  

Being Head of Year 11 also gives me the privilege to organise Year 11 celebrations such as the prom, leavers hoodies, and leavers assemblies. Information regarding these celebrations will be communicated with you throughout this academic year via the Academy Website, SPA Facebook page and Arbour App.

If you have any concern regarding your child then please contact me.

Hello, my name is Mrs Auckland, and I am Head of Year 8. My role as Head of Year is to improve progress and outcomes for students. I endeavor to act as a champion for each student, ensuring that appropriate support is in place to maximize their progress. Alongside, Mrs Edwards, I aim to support students strive to be successful and thriving members of the community. 

As this is your child’s first year at SPA the Head of Year 7 team will support with the following: 

• Settling into high school life
• Progress 
• Homework  
• Pastoral support  
• Support your access to additional services such as SEND

All concerns or enquiries are managed on a case-by-case basis so that there can be a personalized approach for each student. This is so we can take students' individual needs into consideration and find the best way to help them to succeed.  

Students can find me in my classroom, A16 (red area), the Year 8 area in the morning (purple area) or in the Head of Year Office (next to science on the middle floor) should they need to discuss anything with me or ask for help.  

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support throughout Year 8. I now look forward to being your Head of Year 9. As a member of the St Peter’s Family, I am very excited to be given the opportunity to work with such a key year group, about whom I know great things are ahead.

To give you some brief information about myself, I have worked in schools for 30 years and have undertaken roles including Head of Design and a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Having worked on both the academic and pastoral sides of education, I am looking forward to combining these as Head of Year 9. This is where key choices will be made.

The year ahead will be probably the most important of your child’s academic career so far, and I see my role as supporting them at this crucial time to achieve their very best, in close collaboration with their ROCK tutors, teaching staff and with you as parents/carers.

If I can be of any assistance please don’t hesitate to contact me. I assure you of my full commitment to ensure the best outcomes of your child.

Mr J Simpson

Your Student Development Officer is Mrs D Lawton 

My name is Mr Proffitt, and I have the privilege of serving as Head of Year 10. My role is centred around ensuring that every student in this year group makes strong academic progress and achieves their full potential during this crucial stage of their school journey.

Year 10 is a significant milestone—it’s the start of the GCSE years, when students begin to focus more deeply on their chosen subjects and take greater responsibility for their learning. It’s also a time when maturity, independence, and ambition start to take shape, both inside and outside the classroom. My job is to guide students through this important year with a balance of high expectations, consistent support, and a strong focus on personal growth.

I work closely with our subject teachers, form tutors, and senior leadership team to track progress, identify areas for development, and put the right support in place where needed. Whether a student is excelling or finding things challenging, my priority is to ensure that they are given the tools, guidance, and encouragement to thrive.

Equally important is my role in fostering a positive year group culture—one built on respect, effort, resilience, and pride in achievement. I believe that when students feel valued and supported, they’re more likely to be engaged, confident, and motivated to do their best.

Communication with parents and carers is also key. I see our partnership as essential in helping students stay on track and remain focused on their goals. Whether through regular updates, meetings, or informal conversations, I am always available to discuss how we can work together to support your child.

Year 10 sets the tone for what lies ahead, and I am committed to making it a year of progress, purpose, and personal development for every student. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please don’t hesitate to contact me via the school office.

Our year group motto: ‘Work Hard, Be Kind!’

Warm regards,
Mr Proffitt
Head of Year 10

Hello, my name is Miss Dibble and I am the Head of Year 11.  I have the privilege of continuing to lead your child through their time at St Peter's and guiding them to be the best student they can be.  

Our focus, this year, turns towards ensuring students are successful in completion of their GCSEs and applications for Post-16 provision.  Raising the aspirations of the Year 11 students and increasing their life chances will be our priority over this academic year with high expectations on attitude to learning both in lessons and in the extra intervention/tutoring students will receive. 

Alongside Mrs Stokes, who will be the Student Development Officer this year, we aim to support your child's journey in Year 11 in making positive choices on securing success in their GCSEs and vocational qualifications. 

Being Head of Year 11 also gives me the privilege to organise Year 11 celebrations such as the prom, leavers hoodies, and leavers assemblies. Information regarding these celebrations will be communicated with you throughout this academic year via the Academy Website, SPA Facebook page and Arbour App.  For all generic messages, please see the main news/information section of this website or social media. 

If you have any concern regarding your child then please contact me.