Our Foundation Team

Mrs Holly Pennington- Bosah

Tree Frogs Class Teacher, Early Reading Lead, and Reception Lead Teacher

Originally from West Yorkshire, I graduated from Durham University in 2016 with a degree in Primary Education. I then taught in Leeds for 5 years where I found my love for the Early Years. 

Outside of school, my wife and I love going on adventures with our dog Sonny, seeing musicals at the theatre, and taking on creative projects. I also enjoy yoga, dance, and a good book in my spare time! 

Mrs Abby Shaw

Dolphins Class Teacher, Co-Deputy Head and Inclusion Lead

I studied to become a teacher after completing an Early Years and Education Studies degree in 2013. With 2 small children, I was able to gain a 1st class degree which I hold as one of my proudest achievements to date.

My final teaching placement was at Oatlands Infant School in Early Years. Once I arrived at the school I was welcomed with open arms and knew it was a team I wanted to become a part of.

Since then I have worked in all year groups gaining lots of experience. This provided me with the opportunity to work across the trust and with the DfE to support other settings in the wider community. Within school, I am Co-Deputy with responsibility for teaching and learning and special educational needs. I am also Staff Governor and teach the Dolphin Class, part-time. 

Outside of school I enjoy spending quality time with my partner, daughters and dog Maggie. I love to shop for clothes (specifically charity shops!), go to the gym, run and eat.

Miss Beth Jenkins

Dolphins Class Teacher

I studied to become a teacher at York St John University, where I qualified in 2015. My specialism is teaching Early Years, where I have taught Nursery up to Year 1. I have worked in a variety of primary schools, including a Kindergarten in Australia. Outside of work, I enjoy taking my daughter Lottie out on adventures and go for long walks. I love to challenge myself and do things out of my comfort zone (for example, swimming with sharks!). I love reading, exercising, cooking, and more importantly… eating!

Miss Kathryn Haddon (Currently on Maternity Leave)

Deputy Headteacher and Teaching & Learning Lead

I studied to become a teacher at Manchester Metropolitan University.  Once qualified, I taught at a primary school where I led English and Key Stage One. In September 2018, I moved to Oatlands Infant School to become the Deputy Headteacher.

Out of school I enjoy exploring new places with my fiancé, meeting up with family and friends and going for long country walks.

Miss Kat Milburn

Lemurs Class Teacher and P.E. & PSHE Lead

I am originally from near Harrogate and after graduating from Durham University with a degree in Politics, I worked for a local social enterprise. In 2016, I decided to follow my become a primary school teacher, completing my PGCE at Newcastle University. After qualifying, I worked in a large primary school on the outskirts of Newcastle as a Key Stage 2 teacher, then subsequently spent five months living and volunteering in a small community in the Arctic Circle. I have a passion for languages and can now speak Norwegian as well as French and German. I actually came to Oatlands as a supply teacher in 2020 before joining the team full-time. 

Outside of school, I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my partner and friends (we love the Lake District!) and going to the gym. I am also very partial to a good book and a mooch around the local charity shops to hunt down those bargains!

Mrs Zena Perera

Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant- Lemurs

I am originally from Tenerife, Spain. I obtained my degree in English and Literature at Universidad de La Laguna (University of La Laguna). I moved to the UK in 2010 when I started to work as a Spanish language assistant at a couple of high schools in Harrogate. I have also worked as a Spanish tutor. Later on, I completed my teaching assistant qualification and I have also worked as a midday supervisor.

I am married and we have two children who currently attend Oatlands Infants and Oatlands Juniors School. We also have a dog called Cusco.

Miss Stephanie Bailey 

Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant- Dolphins

I have always worked with children. I started by working in nurseries with mainly preschool children for nine years before becoming a nanny for seven years. I love working with children and seeing them develop, learn and become their own unique individuals.

I have two boys aged 4 and 11 so home is very busy! We love going on walks and for picnics. I also love cooking and am a keen quizzer!

Miss Nina Russell 

Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant- Tree Frogs

Since leaving school I have always worked in childcare and have experience of working with children from birth to 10. I have worked in a range of settings including being a private carer, nurseries, mainstream and special schools. I have my level three qualification in SEN Teaching Assistant and a Certificate of Higher Education in Childhood and Youth Studies.
 

Outside school I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. You can often find me on a long walk with my son and my dog, Louis.

Miss Lucy Anson

Apprentice Teaching Assistant 

Miss Daniella Lawson 

Apprentice Teaching Assistant 

Miss Amy Barraclough

Apprentice Teaching Assistant