Debra Cox – Extended Schools Leader

Debra Cox is our experienced Extended Schools Leader she undertakes responsibility for all Extended Day Activities, Debra ensures that the Extended Day provision she organises enables children to access  a wide range of activities including languages, creative and sporting sessions.

She also provides additional support for children throughout the day with interventions and focussed group activities, this enables the children to be taught in small groups by qualified and experienced staff.

Debra previously worked in a large primary school in East London where she started her career as a Teaching Assistant where she worked  with children from Reception all the way to Year 6.

Debra is dedicated to education and  made a huge difference in her previous school working with children who required additional support academically through personalised intervention programmes and Gifted and Talented sessions. Debra is a truly inspirational educationalist and has been a valued member of staff at her previous school, where she was committed to making a difference to the lives of the children for over ten years .

Qualifications:

• GCSE A*-C in Child Development and the Family, History, Geography, Mathematics, Biology, Theatre Arts, English Literature and English Language.

“I have always enjoyed working with children and take pride in the impact I have made in their lives. I look forward to continuing this in my role as Extended Schools Leader working closely with parents, as well as children, at Whitehall Park School!” 

Brooke Laing – Creative Director – Little Supernovas

Brooke has been working with Schools, pre-preps and nursery’s for several years as a storyteller and drama teacher. She brings children’s awareness of their community and their environment to life working with them by using movement, music, props, action and their imagination in a fun and supportive drama storytelling session.

Each week the children join Brooke and Amii in an interactive action-packed adventure, through enchanted forests, rain forests, volcanoes, outer space, fairy tale settings, the deep sea or where ever their imaginations take them.

“Entertaining kids is a talent which requires energy, imagination, patience and a genuine love of children. Brooke has it all.”

Karolina Swiecicka

My name is Karolina, I am the mother of two children who attend Whitehall Park School – Franek and Antoni.  I live very locally so it’s wonderful to be a part of the local school community.    I recently jointed WPS as an Extended Schools Assistant working alongside Miss Debbie and the team.  My main role is assisting pupils when they attend clubs and I provide support for children who attend extended care. 

I would define myself as a problem solver and a team worker who thrives on rising up to challenges and on achieving objectives.

I have a thorough understanding of the school’s mission and I believe that my personality and skills put me in the right position to help create stimulating learning environment.

“WPS is progressive and dynamic and I am looking forward to being able to contribute to its continued success. I am very proud to be a part of the WPS team”

Calvin – SuperSport – Multisports 

Hi my name is Calvin, I work for SuperSport who are the providers of P.E lessons and After School Clubs at Whitehall Park School. I am the lead coach at the school and take all the P.E lessons. I studied Sports Studies and the University of Essex and have been coaching for 3 years it is unbelievable rewarding job. My main sport is Athletics and more specifically the Long Jump however I have a keen interest in all sports. Our P.E lessons focus heavily on the key motor skills such as agility, balance and co-ordination I endeavour to teach this in a fun and engaging way. It has been a real privilege to watch all pupils develop their skills and learn new things. I look forward to the continued growth of all children at Whitehall Park and am excited for new classes to start the school and teach more P.E.

Suzanne Asphall – Arts and Crafts

My name is Suzanne Asphall and I am Bachelor of Arts honours Surface designer. A creative teacher/tutor, creative workshops provider. Craft maker and also a creative event organiser/coordinator.  I have attended a variety of creative colleges and universities and obtained a variety of creative qualifications.

My creative qualifications are: Bachelor of Arts Honours in Surface design, City and Guilds Teaching Certificates for artist and craft makers, A Teaching Certificate for Teaching Assistant,a variety of qualifications in the areas of art, craft and design, GCSE and secondary school qualifications.

I am the founder / owner of a creative company called: Creativity In Our Hands.  In my creative company I facilitate and provide a variety of  art, craft and design activities, creative parties, creative lunchtime/ after school clubs and workshops for children and adult establishments and organisations.

These art, craft and design activities include a variety of craft activities as: Paper basket weaving, Jewellery making, weaving, card making, painting, pottery, Hama beads, glass painting, papier mache , fashion design, t-shirt designing and drawing and making a variety of decorative items.

Patricia – Hola Spanish Club

Hola my name is Patricia, I am originally from Perú (South America). I teach  Spanish to children. I’ve taught for the  last two years in a nursery and a primary school . My method is to engage the kids with visual support (games, songs, videos and toys), creating an easy and fun environment.

It has been a privilege to see to them thrive every single week.

I look forward to continuing being part of Whitehall Park School and very excited about the new classes. I’m ready to teach more Spanish!

Hannah Mathieson – Little Supernovas – Drama 

I am a recent graduate from the Drama, Applied Theatre and Education at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. I am a Performing Arts Teacher and have co-cordinated drama workshops with all ages. Last year I visited India where I spent a month working with young people and teachers in Mumbai. Prior to India, I worked at a primary school in Kentish Town for a term providing drama workshops for the Year One class and from 2012 to 2013 I helped to run an after school drama club for ages four to ten. I have also helped to produce, as well as perform in, several productions, including a piece of family theatre commissioned by the Fuse Arts Festival in Kent.

Sam Ruff – Supersports – Football Coach 

Hi my name is Sam and I have been the football coach at Whitehall Park School for the last 2 years. I have my FA Level 1 and 2 Coaching Badges and have 10 years experience of coaching children’s football which is something I am very passionate about. I aim to make all classes fun and enjoyable for the children whilst teaching them the key skills of football, it gives me great pride in watching them develop their skills and become better footballers.
In my spare time I play semi-professional football and am the Captain of Hertford Town Football Club.
I am looking forward to continuing my coaching at Whitehall Park School and working with the children who attend my classes.

Senpai Patricia – Veras Academy – Karate Club

I am wife and assistant of Raphael Veras, founder of Veras Academy Karate Association. Following sensei’s Raphael steps me and my three children Luan(12), Liam(10) and Luca(8) have won many karate competitions titles. We are all English, British and international champions.

We as a family are dedicated to help every student who are interested to reach their goals of becoming karate expert and champion.

For further information about my family and our clubs activities and achievements visit our webpagewww.verasacademy.co.uk

Joe – SuperSport – PE Coach

My name is Joe Defreitas and I have been working for Super Star Sport since October 2016. I have been working in schools teaching PE for 5 years gaining lots of experience. My favourite sport is cricket. I used to play for Essex under 21’s until I broke my knee. I really enjoy teaching Gymnastics and Invasion games as both have much benefit to the children. I am looking forward to the rest of the year and really look forward to seeing the children progress in my lessons.

Annie has been working in local primary schools for 11 years.  She started as a SMSA and quickly progressed to a senior SMSA position.  While Annie was in this position she led a team of SMSA’s and managed their scheduling.

Annie has worked in a number of different after school clubs and actively contributed to their smooth running.  She ran a variety of different clubs and gained a huge amount of experience.

I love being part of the Whitehall Park School community and love working here.  It is an excellent school with very high standards.  They expect the very best from their pupils, staff and parents.  I have received a very warm welcome from all the staff and the children.

I am looking forward to using my existing skills and knowledge to support the smooth running of the school.  I want to contribute to all areas of the children’s learning and ensure that all the children at Whitehall Park feel happy and safe in their environment.