New Head Takes Over the Reins at Two Lincolnshire Schools
The Horncastle Education Trust has announced the appointment of Damian Davey as Executive Headteacher for two of its primary schools in Frithville and New York.
Mr Davey is also Headteacher at Huttoft Primary & Nursery School near Alford, another of the trust’s schools, and will continue in this role alongside his new appointment.
His appointment follows the retirement of Paul Bargh on 31st December 2023, who had been Executive Headteacher at Frithville and New York since 2010.
Speaking about Mr Bargh’s retirement, CEO of Horncastle Education Trust Sandra James said: “Paul made a lasting contribution to both schools and played a part in the many lives of pupils, parents and colleagues alike, he leaves with good wishes from the trust for the future.”
Mr Davey, who joined the teaching profession following a career in the Airforce, has been a headteacher for over 12 years.
He said: “I am delighted to become Executive Headteacher of Frithville and New York primary schools; the pupils are charming and eager to learn, and staff are dedicated and committed to providing the best education and meeting pupils’ needs.
“I have enjoyed my first few days in our lovely schools and look forward to what the future will bring.”
Sandra added: “Frithville and New York primary schools play important roles within their communities, and I was delighted to host the parent forums last week where parents and carers met Mr Davey and we were able to share feedback and ideas for the development of the schools.
“It is a privilege to work with the wider community and our dedicated staff and we look forward to announcing more exciting developments, which will include partnership working for wraparound care, in the near future.”
The schools will be holding open events for prospective parents from 1pm to 3pm on 24th January at New York, and from 1 pm to 3pm on 25th January at Frithville.
Parents can either drop in on the day, or call to book a time, on 01205 750291 (Frithville) or 01205 280320 (New York).
Mr Davey said it’s an excellent opportunity to look round the schools before the final primary school selection deadline of midday on 9th February.
“If you are looking for a friendly, caring village primary school for September that puts your child at the heart of its provision,” said Mr Davey, “come along and take a look. We would love to show you around.”
Notes for editors:
- Horncastle Education Trust was created in December 2018 and is made up of five schools: Banovallum School, Frithville Primary School, New York Primary School, Huttoft Primary and Nursery School and Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School in Horncastle
- The trust is also a delivery partner for the regional Teaching School Hub – Early Careers Framework, in conjunction with Voyage multi-academy trust.
