A PRIMARY school is pleased to have had a group if its teachers recognised at a county-wide awards scheme celebrating teaching excellence. The Essex Teaching Awards group has recognised the teaching staff at Burnham Primary School for their efforts during the pandemic. Adam Patterson, Tamsin Morton, Alex Russ and Hannah Tavner have been mentioned in the nominations. The award-winning school is now working towards becoming a centre for excellence under the Government scheme. Headteacher Kelly Stock expressed how proud she is of the pupils and staff and is appreciative of the many parents and carers who have nominated the school for these awards.
Several members of staff at Plume Academy were highlighted at the Essex Teaching Awards 2021. Assistant vice principal Jo Everett, deputy faculty leader for English Lois Russell, KS4 English lead Louise Cummins, who alone received three nominations, were recognised.
Plume Academy’s (left to right) - Deputy leader for English Lois Russell, KS4 English lead Louise Cummins, and Assistant Vice Principal Jo Everett Principal Carl Wakefield said: “Ms Everett has played a significant role in ensuring the smooth transition of primary school students to secondary school during a time of anxiety and concern shared by parents and students alike. She worked tirelessly throughout lockdown to provide regular communication to the parents and students who would be moving from primary school to the Plume Academy.