Sandra Denton-Deputy Headteacher

I joined Ocklynge in September 2012 after having worked in the East End of London for thirteen years.

I am delighted to be part of this vibrant school and aim to support the many initiatives which enable our pupils to enjoy a broad, balanced and stimulating curriculum.

My main passion is literature and I aim to expose children to good quality texts at every opportunity. I have even been known to quote Shakespeare in P.E lessons!

Adam Wood-Head of Year 3

I have been head of year 3 since 2011 after being head of year 5 since Easter 2005 having previously worked as a class teacher at Ocklynge.

Prior to Ocklynge, I worked as a secondary school link teacher in year 7 and before that in the primary sector.

Zoe Linzey-Head of Phase

I joined Ocklynge in September 2017 having worked at 3 other local primary schools.  I am delighted to be working at Ocklynge in the new role of Upper Phase Leader.  I currently lead year 5 and 6 as well as well as working on whole school initiatives.  

Sylvia Berhane-DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead)

I have been working at Ocklynge Junior School for about 15 years, and have held various positions, from Head of Year 4, Head of Year 5, deputy headteacher and at present the safeguarding lead.  I am passionate about children's well-being and safety and am always striving to create a school where children feel secure, happy and safe.  I believe that for children's learning to be able to progress, they need to be in the right emotional state to do so.  I therefore work with children, staff and parents giving support and help where I can and ensure that the systems that are in place at our school work to benefit all children, and most importantly are there to keep them safe.

Jon Reynard-Headteacher

I have been waiting with great anticipation to start as Headteacher here at Ocklynge. It is a job that I have aspired to for many years and as such it’s a dream come true to be here and to lead this brilliant school forward.

I have been a  headteacher in East Sussex for approximately 17 years first at Broad Oak CP School in Heathfield and then at Seaford Primary School where I was headteacher for almost 13 years.  I am very much looking forward to working alongside you all in improving and developing the education for all the children.

Rachael Willer - SENCO

I joined the team at Ocklynge in 2019 having been the SENCO at an Academy Trust in Bexhill-on-Sea for over four years. I believe that all children can achieve their dreams when they put their minds to it and I strive to nurture and encourage all children to aspire, believe and achieve to their full potentials.

In my spare time, I enjoy running marathons, reading children’s books and spending time with my family.

Nicky Cavaliere-Head of Year 4