One of the most important members of staff during your time at Whickham will be your Tutor. They will see you each and every day in school and will be there to support you, offer advice and information about all aspects of your life and studies here.
Welcome Letters
Your Tutors have written a letter to introduce themselves to you, to tell you more about themselves and to welcome you to your new Tutor Group.
7AMI
Hello! I am Miss Mills, and my role at Whickham School is an English and Media teacher. I have been part of the Whickham community for seven years and really enjoy helping pupils develop their confidence, creativity and love of learning. I love teaching because every day is different, and I enjoy seeing pupils discover new ideas, develop their own voices, and achieve things they never thought possible.
Outside of school, I love reading and spending time with animals, especially my two cats. I understand that starting secondary school can feel exciting but also a little scary, and I want to make sure you feel as supported as possible as you settle in. My aim is to help every pupil feel welcome, valued and confident, and I am looking forward to meeting you all and being part of your journey at Whickham School! Go 7AMI!
Miss Mills
7CAD
Hi 7CAD,
I’m Mrs Adams and I’m really looking forward to being your new form tutor, as you start your exciting new journey at Whickham School. It is my job to make sure you feel welcome, happy and confident in your secondary school journey; it is your job to be kind, polite and always try your best!
Being an English teacher, I obviously love reading, writing and stories! I also love animals, running and travelling the world. I began my teaching journey in China, where I lived for 2 years. I can’t wait to learn more about you and all the fantastic things that make you unique. Wishing you a very warm welcome to Whickham School, and our amazing tutor group – 7CAD!
Mrs Adams
7JCS
Hello, my name is Miss Smith and I am an English Teacher and in September I will be a tutor for Year 7. My tutor class is named 7JCS and you will be representing me and the group every single day in school which means trying your best and being a helpful member of the class. Being a tutor is brilliant and I look forward to meeting you all very soon. Year 7 in Whickham School is an exciting time and there’s so much you can find to enjoy. In my time as a tutor, I have had tutees involved in all sorts such as: artists, actors, writers, poets, gymnasts, contemporary dancers, ballet dancers, singers, musicians, rowers, runners, footballers, tennis players, basketball players, county sports representatives, skateboarders, BMX competitors, exhibition winners, boxers, star bakers, magicians, cadets, school journalists, train enthusiasts and even a finalist for BBC’s Robot Wars.
As you would imagine, my main passion is reading and I particularly enjoy Gothic novels and the classics such as Jane Austen and the Bronte sisters. Teaching Shakespeare is of course a highlight. But I also enjoy a good murder mystery and crime thrillers. My other favourite part of life is going to the theatre. I particularly like musicals; Hamilton will always be a favourite and I was lucky enough to see that performance in London but I also absolutely love all the school musicals and can’t wait to watch some of my current students in The Lion King this summer. I’m sure they may even rival the West End cast!
Whilst I enjoy reading fiction, my favourite part of my role at school is hearing all about your stories every day. I do understand you may feel lots of emotions about starting Y7 but please be reassured I am here to help you along the way – each new chapter you take. I am excited to see you and to get to know all of your interests and what makes up your story. You will absolutely make friends and part of the role of a tutor is to encourage a team effort. If I was to sum up the values of my tutor groups in three words I would say, to be respectful, productive and friendly. I am also quietly competitive with the other groups when it comes to tutor competitions and I expect you to give your all.
Miss Smith
7KKE
Hello KKE!
I’m Mrs Kendrick and I work as part of the English faculty here at Whickham School. My job is to develop students’ literacy skills as well as encouraging and nurturing their love of reading across the key stages. I enjoy reading gothic literature and enjoy music and art when I’m not teaching. I’m really looking forward to getting to know the new year group and my tutor group especially!
Mrs Kendrick
7LFO
Hello, my name is Mrs Foggin and I have worked in the English Faculty here at Whickham School for over 20 years. Over that time, I’ve had the pleasure of teaching and supporting many students as they navigate school life and grow in confidence throughout their time here.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, staying active, and, as you might expect, relaxing with a good book. I also enjoy discovering new places and experiences, whether that’s close to home or further afield.
I am really looking forward to getting to know you all when you join us in September. I’ll be here to help you settle into Whickham life, answer any questions you might have and support you as you get used to your new routines.
I hope you have a wonderful summer – can’t wait to meet you all soon!
Mrs Foggin
7RRO
Hi soon-to-be 7RRO,
I am Mr. Robinson and you will be my second form class I’ve had, meaning I know everything you need to know to get you ready and confident with Whickham Life! My two rules are that you try your best and are respectful at all times. If you do both, you will do fab in 7RRO!
I am an English teacher (love an essay!), gamer (love Resident Evil!), reader (love The Hunger Games!) and on-and-off weightlifter (hate leg day!). Just like you, adults are striving to be the best they can be too!
Mr Robinson
7SCU
Hello SCU!
My name is Miss Currie and I’m really excited to be your form tutor this year. I’m also one of the English teachers here at Whickham, so we’ll get to spend lots of time together exploring stories, creative writing and all things language.
A little about me… I absolutely love reading (especially poetry) and when I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy going for hikes in the countryside, seeing live performances at the theatre and watching the rugby. I also like to run when the weather’s nice, so I’m what you might call a fair-weather runner!
As your form tutor, my role is to help you settle into secondary school and support you whenever you need. Starting a new school can feel a bit overwhelming, but we’ll make sure it’s a fun and exciting time for you.
I can’t wait to get to know you all and share a fantastic year together!
Miss Currie
7 SJH
Hello SJH,
My name is Mrs Jalleh, and I am part of the English Department and Lead Practitioner team at Whickham School. I am really excited to be joining the Year 7 tutor team this year and look forward to getting to know each of you.
My role in school involves supporting teachers to develop their practice so that lessons best meet the needs of all students, as well as helping to bring the English curriculum to life in the classroom. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, singing, and spending time with my family.
As a tutor, one of my biggest priorities is making sure that Whickham School is a place where you feel safe, valued, and supported. Together, I hope we can create a positive form environment where everyone feels confident to be themselves, work hard, and achieve their very best.
I am looking forward to meeting you all and welcoming you into the Whickham School community. It is an exciting new chapter, and I can’t wait to see all that you will achieve.
Mrs Jalleh
