Our Team

Mrs O’Brien, is an experienced educational leader with over 20 years in teaching and senior leadership across both maintained and independent schools. Her career has spanned roles including Headteacher, Education Director, Compliance Director, Ofsted Inspector, Head of Lower School, DSL, and Head of EYFS, providing a deep understanding of school improvement, regulatory compliance, and high-quality teaching across all phases.

Mrs O’Brien loves Kit Kats and owls, but she doesn’t like traffic jams.

Mrs Burfoot has been part of KSM for the past four years, working across both KS1 and now KS2. This year, she has taken on the role of Deputy Headteacher and is enjoying the challenge and the opportunity to support the whole school community.

With over 17 years of teaching experience, Mrs Burfoot has taught across all year groups—although she will admit that KS2 is probably her favourite! She has also worked as a Maths specialist, supporting schools across the South West through the NCETM and local Maths Hubs, as well as designing and creating classroom maths resources. She is also the school’s Curriculum Lead.

Outside of school, Mrs Burfoot is an animal enthusiast—especially when it comes to horses and dogs (in fact, almost anything with four legs!). One thing she definitely doesn’t enjoy, however, is bananas… a fact the children never let her forget!

Mrs Davis joined KSM in September 2025, bringing with her 11 years of experience as a School Business Manager in another primary school. She loves working with numbers and is passionate about keeping everyone safe and supported at school.

Mrs Davis enjoys spending time by the sea and walking her dogs, but she’s definitely not a fan of spiders!

Nicola Waylen is an experienced educator with over 24 years in teaching, including 20 years as a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo). She holds the National Award for SEN (NASENCo) and has played a key role in senior leadership within her previous school. Passionate about inclusive education and outdoor learning, Nicola is also in the process of completing Forest School trained, bringing creativity and nature-based approaches to her work.

Nicola loves animals and chocolate but she doesn't like drinking Tea.

Mrs Attiogbe has been a valued member of the KSM community for nine years and has worked with children across all age groups. She loves creating fun and engaging opportunities for pupils, from organising lunchtime games to running a popular lunchtime club. As our School Emotional Literacy Support Assistant, Mrs Attiogbe is deeply passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and helping them build confidence and resilience.

Outside of school, Mrs. Attiogbe adores her sausage dogs and the magic of Christmas, though she is not too keen on coffee!

Mrs Bevan has worked at KSM for just over a year and is the Early years lead in reception. She has over 20 years experience within KS1, early years and nursery, and had worked in various schools within the South West. Her passion is in the foundation years and loves leading any type of art or music activity within her classroom. Mrs Bevan is also the PE lead in the school and enjoys organising different sport activities involving outside agencies.

Mrs Bevan loves going to the gym and dog walks, but she doesn’t like Turkish Delight!

Miss Morrish has over 30 years of experience in business finance and a lifelong love of numbers. She began her teaching career 10 years ago and has been part of the Kington St Michael School community for the past 8 years. During her time at the school, she has taught across several year groups and is currently enjoying her role in the Sparrows class. She also serves as both the Maths Subject Leader and the Music Subject Leader.

In her spare time Miss Morrish loves walking up mountains with her dogs and travelling the world with her family. She doesn't like coriander or goats cheese!

Tracy Hussey has been part of the KSM family for 12 years, working with children across all age groups. Before joining KSM, she was Head of French at a large comprehensive school in Surrey. She is passionate about languages and loves inspiring pupils to enjoy speaking and exploring a new one.

When she is not in the classroom, Mrs Hussey enjoys travelling, getting lost in a good book and going for long walks. However, she doesn't like spiders or the M25!

Mrs Samuels has enjoyed teaching at Kington St Michael for the past six years, having also taught in several primary schools across Wiltshire. She has worked with children across all key stages and finds great reward in watching them learn through a creative curriculum, always striving for high standards.

In her spare time, Mrs Samuels enjoys practising yoga and taking long walks with her cheerful Dachshund. However, despite her love of creativity she doesn’t like mess!

Mrs. Myers has worked at KSM for just over 2 years in our Kingfisher Class (Years 4 and 5). She loves all things science and enjoys leading any kind of scientific activity, including running science and STEM clubs for all year groups. Above all, Mrs. Myers' naturally empathetic nature ensures that all the children feel safe, valued and inspired to do their best. Mrs. Myers is a Staff Governor, and holds a position on the School Board, helping to shape and support the strategic development of the school.

Mrs. Myers loves cats, Lindt chocolate and a good book, but she doesn’t like spiders!

Mrs. Rogers first joined our school community 11 years ago as a dedicated parent helper when both of her daughters were pupils here. Her passion for supporting children’s learning soon led her to become a teaching assistant, a role she has proudly held for the past five years in Key Stage 1. She is also one of our trained paediatric first aiders, always ready to lend a caring hand when needed. Known for her keen eye for detail, she admits she can’t resist straightening and organising things to perfection.

Outside of school, Mrs. Rogers loves long walks on the beach, no matter what the weather brings and has an undeniable weakness for chocolate!

Mrs Kirkman has been a valued member of the KSM team for over 20 years, working across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. She is paediatric first aid trained and leads the Number Stacks intervention programme throughout the school. In her spare time, Mrs Kirkman enjoys swimming and attending the theatre, although she admits that gardening is not among her favourite pastimes.

Susanne Hughes achieved her TA qualification 15 years ago and has worked at KSM since 2017. She has worked across all the classes and is currently enjoying being the TA in Sparrows where she loves supporting phonics and maths. She also helps children with their speech and language development. She loves her ballet class and watching Arsenal matches but doesn't like celery.

Mrs Allott joined the KSM office team in June 2025. She brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including four years as a Year 6 Teaching Assistant as well as a background in finance and customer service.

Alice loves keeping things organised and running smoothly around the school. Outside of work she enjoys decorating and is a big fan of action movies but dislikes itchy jumpers.

Mrs Christine Moore has enjoyed over 40 years teaching which included class teaching in Cardiff then, after time out raising our family of 4 daughters, continuing to teach piano and cello both privately and peripatetically.

Mrs Moore loves, Triathlon and visiting the Wiltshire countryside, but she doesn’t like being stuck on a hill!

Chris Hodson, has worked in Education for over 4 years. During his time at University, he studied Psychology and then started his PGCE in 2020, completing it in 2021. He then taught at a maintained school in Bath for two years. He is the Curriculum Manager at Up And Under Sports and helps to support other Coaches in their development as well as working closely with other Managers to develop various other areas of the Up And Under Curriculum.

Mr Hodson loves Summertime and spending time with his friends and family, but he doesn't like Bounty Bars.

Will Minick is an apprentice sports coach, who is passionate about physical education and inspiring young people. He has past experience with coaching and leading sport at sixth form, where he completed A-level qualifications in PE, Psychology, Criminology and Sports leadership.

Mr Minick likes Football and Nandos, but doesn’t like mushrooms.