Our Teaching Team
Rachel Mahaffy – Class Teacher
Helen Evans – Class Teacher
Mr Godwin – TA
Welcome to Sparrowhawks class.
Rachel Mahaffy is the main classroom teacher for Sparrowhawks, with Mrs Evans working on Friday. We have a super team of TA’s this year with Mr Godwin supporting in the mornings, and Mrs Riley in the afternoons.
We have a broad and ambitious curriculum planned for the year ahead and very much look forward to getting to know the new Sparrowhawks cohort.
Wilderness Centre Trip, April 2026
DAY 1 – Orienteering, egg drop, woodland walk
A safe arrival and a brilliant first day of outdoor activities and exploring the local environment in the Forest of Dean. Chilly on top of the hill but glorious sunshine!
DAY 2 – Crate stacking, low ropes, foraging, bushcraft and and evening campfire. We were treated to a beautiful day, stunning views, capped off with a full moon (or close enough)…
DAY 3 – Tunnelling and shooting…
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