Hello, my name is Miss Dibble 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 Stokes, 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 and Extra-curricular clubs

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 A08 (green Area), the Year 7 area in the morning (yellow area) or in the PE Office (next to green Area) should they need to discuss anything with me or ask for help.  

Dear Parents and Carers,

My name is Mr Thompson, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support throughout Year 7. I am delighted to be continuing my journey with the year group and look forward to serving as your child's Head of Year 8.

Year 8 is an important stage in a student's development. It is a year in which maturity, independence, and ambition begin to take shape, both inside and outside the classroom. My role is to guide students through this exciting period with a balance of high expectations, consistent support, and a strong focus on personal growth.

I work closely with subject teachers, form tutors, and the senior leadership team to monitor progress, identify areas for development, and ensure that appropriate support is in place where needed. Whether a student is excelling or facing challenges, my priority is to provide the guidance, encouragement, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Equally important is fostering a positive and inclusive year-group culture built on respect, effort, resilience, and pride in achievement. I firmly believe that when students feel valued, supported, and challenged, they are more likely to develop confidence, engage positively with school life, and achieve their full potential.

Communication with parents and carers is also a key part of my role. I believe that a strong partnership between home and school is essential in helping students remain focused, motivated, and successful. Whether through regular updates, meetings, or informal conversations, I am always happy to discuss how we can work together to support your child.

If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact me at bthompson@spa.woodard.co.uk.

I look forward to working with you and supporting our Year 8 students throughout the year ahead.

Kind regards,

Mr Thompson
Head of Year 8

Hello, my name is Mrs Auckland, and I am Head of Year 9. 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. 

The Head of Year 9 team will support with the following: 

• Pathways/ CIEAG
• Progress 
• Homework  
• Pastoral support  
• Behaviour for Learning
• 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, A16 (red area) or the Year 9 area in the morning (purple area) 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 9. I now look forward to being your Head of Year 10. 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 10. 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 

Hello, my name is Mr Proffitt, and I am the Head of Year 11. I am delighted to support your child throughout this important stage of their education at St Peter’s, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

As students enter Year 11, our focus is firmly on preparing them for success in their GCSEs and their next steps beyond school. Throughout the year, we will work to raise aspirations, build confidence, and maximise opportunities for every student. High standards of attendance, effort, and engagement in lessons, alongside any additional intervention and tutoring sessions, will play a key role in helping students achieve their goals.

Working closely with Mrs Hammersley (Student Development Officer) and Mrs Hatch (SLT lead) we are committed to providing guidance and support to help students make positive decisions and secure the best possible outcomes in their GCSE and vocational qualifications.

Year 11 is also a memorable year of celebration, and I am pleased to help organise important events such as the Prom, Leavers’ Hoodies, and Leavers’ Assemblies. Information about these events will be shared throughout the year via the Academy Website, the SPA Facebook page, and the Arbor App. General school updates and announcements can also be found on the website and social media channels.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your child, please do not hesitate to contact me (cproffitt@spa.woodard.co.uk). I look forward to working in partnership with you to ensure your child has a successful and rewarding final year at St Peter’s.