Who's Who | Boarding Staff

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    Paul Barlow - Head of RS & Housemaster

    Mr Barlow came to Aysgarth from Ardingly College. He has a B. Ed (hons) degree from Bedford University.

    Paul is married to Emma, who teaches in the Pre-Prep. They have three children, Ewan, Teddy and Poppy Louise.

    Paul’s interests include camping/outdoor activities and travelling with his family.

    When asked whether he wanted to say anything else, his quote was “I love being a DAD!”

    Paul recently took on the post of Housemaster.

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    Anne Armstrong - Senior Matron

    Anne has been ‘matroning’ for 28 years. She is loved by the children in her care and helps to create a warm, friendly atmosphere in the boarding house. Her interests include Photography, Walking, Reading and Making Costumes for plays. She also helps run the gardening club.

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    Sarah Simpson - Assistant Matron

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    Sue Marshall - School Nurse

    Peter Gaven - Assistant Housemaster, Information & Technology Manager and Head of PSHE

    Peter has a B.Sc (hons) degree and a PGDE from The University of Natal (Durban).

    Peter enjoys all types of music (particularly Christian and Gospel), woodwork, gardening and outdoor life. Peter is South African and has been teaching at Aysgarth since 1998. His sporting interests include rugby and water polo.