Meet our wonderful team of staff

MRS FRANCE

Headteacher

I am delighted to be the Headteacher at Aston Rowant C of E Primary School. 
I am passionate about creating an exciting and engaging creative curriculum for our children’s academic, personal, social and spiritual development. I am also proud of our commitment to learning outside the classroom using our incredible grounds.
I am the Designated Safeguarding Lead as well as the co-ordinator for RE , Collective Worship and PSHE. I head up our wonderful School Council and also teach in Squirrel, Fox and Owl classes. 

MRS FRENCH

School Bursar 

I have had the pleasure of working at Aston Rowant since November 2022.  I work closely with Mrs France to ensure that we are good stewards of the funds we are given so to enable every child in our care the best possible resources for their education.   My normal working days are Thursday and Friday. In my spare time, I am busy with my own young family.  We have a dog, Teasel, so are often out and about enjoying the local countryside.

MRS KING

Office Administrator

I joined the school in September 2023 after being familiar with Aston Rowant since 2019 when my eldest son started Reception.  Now that both of my boys are here and in Years 5 and 3, I thought it was my turn!  I am with the team 3.5 days a week (Mon, Tue a.m, Wed and Fri) and on my other days you will find me off out on an adventure walking or running the fields with my dog, Pretzel.

MRS HALL

Reception (Hedgehog Class) Teacher

 I teach our Reception children (Hedgehog Class) on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 

I am the lead teacher for Early Years and am also the Music Co-Ordinator. I love teaching early years and I am passionate about developing a sense of awe and wonder at the world around us. In my spare time I love to sing with my band, potter in my garden, and spend time with my church friends and family.

MRS OLSEN

Reception (Hedgehog Class) Teacher

I am the teacher in Hedgehog Class (Reception) on a Monday, Tuesday and alternate Wednesday afternoons as well as being the lead teacher for Mathematics along with Art and Design.
I am also the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

MRS BIGGIN

Year 1/2 (Squirrel Class) Teacher

I joined the school in January 2023 as Squirrel Class teacher, having recently moved to the area. I work 4 days a week and Mrs France teaches the class on a Friday. I am also Humanities and DT lead for the school. In my spare time I love to read, listen to podcasts and spend time with my family.

MRS HEALY

Year 3/4 (Fox Class) teacher

I have the privilege of teaching Fox Class and I aim to pass on my enthusiasm for learning to them. I teach all week however Mrs France teaches the class on Thursday afternoons. I am the English, Modern Foreign Languages and PE Lead which are all subjects I love. In my spare time, you may find me running, reading or walking our dog Ted in the local area. 

MR MANNING

Year 5/6 (Owl Class) Teacher

I joined the school in September 2021 and teach Owl Class (Years 5 and 6).  I love teaching at Aston Rowant, especially the upper school, and hearing the children's amazing thoughts and answers. I am also the Science and IT Co-ordinator. 

In my spare time, I like to camp, go on walks and be with my young children.

MISS BEDWIN 

(formerly known as Mrs Vasey)

Sendco

I joined the team at Aston Rowant as SENDCo in January 2022. I have taught for over 15 years in Reception and Key Stage One before pursuing my interest in Special Educational Needs and gaining my SENDCo qualification in 2019.   Outside of school I love going for long walks with Bertie (who is in training to be a therapy dog so you may sometimes see him getting acclimatised to school), skiing, DIY and spending time with my family.

MRS SURMAN 

Teaching Assistant - Owl Class

I work as a TA in Squirrel Class and also help to manage the Wrap Around Care programme. 

I enjoy reading, cooking, baking cakes (and of course eating them!), as well as spending time with my family and friends.

MRS PILLEY

Teaching Assistant - Owl Class

I work as a TA in Fox Class.

In my spare time you will find me enjoying walking around the Chilterns or gardening in the local allotments.

MISS WILLIAMS

Teaching Assistant - Whole School

I enjoy being creative- drawing, painting, gardening- particularly focusing on the natural world.

I am passionate about protecting our environment and helping to encourage children to enjoy, explore and respect our world and I am the lead teacher for Forest School.

I also work with children across the school each day supporting and developing their learning. I also help to manage the Wrap Around Care programme. 

MRS ANSELL

TA in Hedgehog Class

It is a joy to work as a T.A with our Reception children and to be a part of their learning journey.

Out of school I enjoy being creative and spending time with my family and friends. I am passionate about the Arts and love to sing with my church worship band. I also enjoy being out in nature, gardening and going for walks with my children. 

MRS BODDY

TA  in Hedgehog Class

I joined Aston Rowant School in 2022.  I am the TA in Hedgehog class. In my first year at Aston Rowant I was the TA in Squirrel class which gave me a great insight into what the children will be moving up to. I'm passionate about providing a warm and friendly environment helping the children to be relaxed and happy so they can learn and have fun. I'm also a swimming teacher. I teach Aston Rowant children swimming at St Andrew's. Swimming is my sport.  I swim in pools and open water. I just love the water. In my spare time you'll find me in the water... in all weathers. 

MRS WYNDHAM-SMITH

TA  in Owl Class

I joined Aston Rowant School in 2024. I work in Owl Class every morning. I love the countryside and have spent my whole life with farm animals around me. In my spare time I'll be out in the garden or walking my dog in the Chiltern Hills.

MRS MARRIOTT

TA in Fox Class

I joined the Aston Rowant staff team in September 2023 as a TA. This academic year I am working 3 days a week in Fox Class. In my spare time I love to be with my family and friends. I like to keep active, running and walking our dogs every day. I enjoy baking and being creative and am currently teaching myself to crochet. I also really enjoyed watching all kinds of sport, especially rugby union.