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  • Welcome

    A warm welcome to the "Lowther School Family" from our leaders, governors, staff and pupils.

    From our Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher


    “The Lowther School Family is very special. Lowther is a unique place of learning because of our wonderfully enthusiastic children, skilled colleagues, committed and supportive families and wider community partners. Please do browse our website and social media feeds further so that you can experience for yourself the distinctive atmosphere and the children's confidence and enthusiasm for learning.”

    Mark Tuffney, Headteacher

    Mark Tuffney
    Headteacher

    Alastair Ripley, Deputy Headteacher

    Alastair Ripley
    Deputy Headteacher

    “We truly believe in providing children with a wide variety of opportunities to thrive in the wider aspects of school life. The school family is committed to providing children with the highest quality of education, where a broad and balanced curriculum is underpinned by exceptional pastoral care.”

    “We'd love you to come and visit our school and see the fantastic learning that takes place alongside our warm and happy atmosphere. Please do get in touch if you'd like to see and/or know more about life at Lowther.”

    Mark Tuffney and Alastair Ripley
    Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher

    From our Governing Board


    “A very warm welcome to the Lowther School Family from the governing board. We are all very proud of our happy, welcoming school, which truly cherishes its diversity and inclusion and takes great care of each and every individual child.”

    “We work closely with Mark, Alastair and the rest of the school team to ensure our vision becomes a reality, constantly striving for improvement. Our work is carried out through regular meetings, as well as visits to the school to see first-hand how things are going.”

    Aisha Bicknell, Chair of Governors

    Aisha Bicknell
    Chair of Governors

    Sharon McNab, Vice-Chair of Governors

    Sharon McNab
    Vice-Chair of Governors

    “The governors come from a wide range of backgrounds, to create a diverse team to support and challenge the school. Some are also parents or staff here, while the rest have no connection with the school other than a desire to help. If you are interested in discussing what is involved in being a governor, please feel free to contact us and/or visit our Governor's webpage by using the links shown below.”

    Meet our Governors »

    Email the Governing Board

    From our School Office


    “A very warm welcome to the Lowther School Family. We are here to help your family get the most from being part of the North Barnes community.”

    “Please do get in touch if there's anything you'd like to know about the Lowther School Family.”

    Beverley Richardson
    School Business Manager

    Email the School Office

    Beverley Richardson, School Business Manager

    Beverley Richardson
    School Business Manager

    From our Staff


    Lowther school staff

    “We are all fully committed to providing a fantastic education for each and every pupil.”

    “All the staff team share the vision that Lowther is a school that is inclusive, safe, exciting and a centre of learning excellence for all your wonderful children.”

    Meet our Staff »

    From our Pupils


    “Lowther Primary School is the best! Everybody gets on really well, and you have loads of friends. The teachers are friendly and teach excellent lessons.”

    “Some of the best things about Lowther are the great lessons, all the brilliant trips we get to go on, the exciting plays and drama we do, and we've got awesome clubs too!”

    Lowther pupils enjoying school