Fiona has led four Primary schools as Headteacher, giving her the opportunity to develop her leadership skills, enabling her to improve schools and develop good to outstanding practice. Her training specialised in Early Years and Music but she has taught across the age ranges including a year in a secondary school. Fiona gained further qualifications in Leadership and Special Educational Needs, which she is passionate about. Outside school she enjoys singing, playing the piano, photography and cooking.

Charlotte Alford is an experienced teacher and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator having taught for 13 years in a primary school on the Wirral. Charlotte graduated from the University of Chester in 2001 after completing a 4 year Bachelor of Education (Hons) with Geography and a focus on Early Years (3-8 years). Charlotte has completed a variety of further qualifications to enhance her role as SENCO. She recently completed her NPQSL qualification. Charlotte is the Deputy Headteacher, Preschool teacher and leader of KS1 and the Early Years. Outside of school, Charlotte enjoys spending time with her family, running, horse riding, reading and baking.

Amy completed a Post Graduate Certificate of Education in Primary Education and has taught a wide range of ages and abilities. She has previously completed a Bachelor of Science degree and currently works in Hawthorn and Oak Classes as well as being our Science Co-ordinator and Designated Safeguarding lead. Amy is a level one swimming teacher and has coached football at county level and internationally. She has previously played football at county level as well as for Swansea City Ladies FC. She is a keen dog show exhibitor and judge, competing at shows nationally with breed champions and CRUFTS winners.

Jo is a qualified school business manager, having gained her qualification through the National College of School Leaders. She has worked in a number of schools including a high school. In her spare time she enjoys walking her dog, travelling and going out for meals.

Sam studied at Edge Hill University gaining a BA Hons in Physical Education and School Sport. He has worked as a Sports Coach in several schools across Cheshire. He is very keen on athletics, competing with West Cheshire Athletics Team in the North West on many occasions. Outside school, he enjoys running, baking and spending time with friends and family.

Heather completed a BA Degree in Human Geography, then completed a PGCE at Chester University with placements in both KS1 & KS2. When she is not in school she enjoys travelling, cooking and zumba. Heather was travelled to The Gambia to provide voluntary support in schools and nurseries.

Ruth completed her Primary education degree at Chester University having had placements across KS1 and KS2. In her spare time Ruth likes to spend time with her family and friends and she enjoys to take her dog on long walks. Ruth loves singing and took a part in many performances when at school, including 'Joseph', 'Grease' and 'Beauty and the Beast.' Ruth was also a member of the Cheshire Youth Choir and is aspiring to take singing back up soon. Watch out for her on Xfactor or Britains Got Talent!

Nadia completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Education, having had placements across both Key Stage One and Key Stage Two. Previous to that, she completed a three year Bachelor of Arts (with Hons) degree in Art and Archeology of the Ancient World. She has also worked in South Korea teaching English as a foreign language. In her spare time Nadia enjoys photography, knitting, crocheting and painting.

Rachel completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Education, having had placements across both Key Stage One and Key Stage Two. Previous to that, she completed a three year Bachelor of Science (with Hons) degree in Psychology. She has also worked in the merchant navy for several years, but is now our Maple class teacher. Rachel enjoys hill walking and painting and drawing to fulfil her creative ambitions.

Liana completed a BA Hons degree in Dance Performance at Middlesex University and then completed a PGCE in Primary teaching at Chester University. Liana has taught across all age ranges and has also been a lead in an enhanced resource base. Outside school she enjoys all aspects of the creative arts, visiting theatres with her young family.

Chloe completed a BA (Hons) degree in Education, studying Drama. She completed the Schools Direct programme, with placements in KS1 and KS2. When not working, Chloe loves to travel, read and going out for Asian food with friends. Chloe danced for 16 years - including tap, ballet and jazz and aspires to take up dancing again soon.

Chloe recently joined the Oak View team; her main qualification is a BA Hons in Early Years Education and she also completed a PGCE in Early Years at Edge Hill University. Outside school she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going on day trips and walking her two dogs.

Rob has worked as a sports coach for several years, and has recently joined the Oak View team. He has worked for Cricket Wales developing young cricketers in the area.

Anna completed a degree in Sociology and a PGCE in Early Years Education at Manchester Metropolitan University. Before she began her teaching career, she was an air hostess. She has worked at the school for several years, mainly in the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. She now supports groups of children with mathematics and covers classes to allow for Planning, preparation and assessment time. Outside school she enjoys spending time with her family, eating out and travelling.

Stacey completed her degree in Pyschology and Counselling, followed by a PGCE at Chester University. She enjoys working with our older children and works in Oak class two afternoons/week and teaches in two other classes to allow for planning, preparationg and assessment time. Outside school she enjoys eating out and spending time with her family.

Working in education is a second career for Vicky after having children, as originally she has run her own retail business in Leeds and a dancing school in Derbyshire. She has a teaching qualification with QTS in Early Years. Vicky can weld, drive a forklift truck and operate a cherry picker as he father passed on his knowledge and skills as a structural engineer to her.

Tash is an experienced Nursery leader and has worked in the school for several years. She qualified in Early Years at Manchester Metropolitan University. Outside school she enjoys spending time outdoors, time with her family, gardening and photography.

Karen has worked at the school for several years, mainly in the Nursery department but more recently supporting a child in the Juniors. Outside school, she enjoys spending time with her family and keeping fit.

Annette started her teaching vocation in South Africa, where she did her B Prim Ed 4 teaching degree at Nelson Mandela University. Twelve years ago her family decided to make Britain their home. She started at Oak View Academy in 2019 as a Teaching Assistant, first in the Year 2 class and currently in Rowan Class. She is very grateful to be part of such a talented team - amazing teachers and commendable pupils. In my spare time she loves baking, watching her children play sport, walking their dog, Oreo and entertaining.

Jo has worked in our Nursery for several years and has since moved to Key Stage 1. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening and watching motor sports as well as driving her Volkswagen Beetle.

Rachel enjoys working with individuals and groups in the Early years and infants.
Outside school she enjoys being a mum to her young family.

Liz is a qualified teacher who works for Oak View Academy, supporting Mrs Alford (School SENDCO) by supporting our children with their learning. She has previously been employed as a Speech and language practitioner in the school.

Louise has worked as a teaching assistant at the school for several years, mainly supporting those with Additional /Special Educational Needs. She has now taken on the role of Safeguarding support worker, working with families in both Oak View Academy and Weaverham Primary Academy. Outside school she enjoys singing with a local choir, visiting the theatre and attending concerts.

Gill has worked in a variety of roles supporting the most vulnerable children across Cheshire. She has now joined our Oak View Team and is looking forward to getting to know our children, families and staff.

Lia is an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and holds and Masters Degree in Integrative Counselling. She has been running counselling services in primary and secondary school settings since 2003 working in settings such as the NSPCC; the YMCA; University of Leeds and Barnsley Academy.

Lia works on a Friday morning each week and is available at break times for the children to have drop-in sessions.

Gill is a qualified teacher who has taken time away from work to bring up her family. She has now returned to school and is supporting one of our children in the Pre-school. Outside school she enjoys spending time with her family, eating out and visiting new places.

Katherine completed her LLB law degree at Bangor University. Since then she has been working with Stagecoach Performing Arts as well as volunteering with the local girl guides. Outside school she enjoys spending time with family, country walks and regular visits to Chester Zoo.

Becky is an experienced member of our team who has spent the last few years working with the younger age children in a number of settings. She also supports Juniper class in the mornings. She has completed a number of qualifications over recent years including the Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification. Outside school Becky enjoys spending time with her family and taking her dog for long walks in the countryside and on the beach.

Rachel is a mum of 2 grown-up children. She has worked with children aged 5 to 16 years, with social emotional and mental health difficulties for over 10 years both as a teaching assistant and in the school office.
She works in the school office in both Weaverham Academy and Oak View Academy.
Outside school Rachel loves to spend time with her family and friends outdoors, especially in the garden, or at a fitness club/the gym.

Trisha is an experienced teaching assistant who has worked at the school for many years. She specialises in working with our younger children and used to run her own pre-school. Outside school her interests are baking and reading. In the past she has led various scout/cub groups.

Before working at Oak View Academy, Peter has had a variety of jobs from developing business opportunities in London to being the verger at Chester Cathedral and St David's Cathedral.
Outside work, Peter enjoys spending time with his very active family and friends.

Annette is a qualified personal assistant (PA), having gained her qualifications over several years. She is a medallist for her shorthand typing, coming 1st in the country at the time. She has worked in the research and development department at ICI for senior researchers and professors and in two primary schools. In her spare time she enjoys walking, cycling and spending time with her grandchildren.