Our Lady of Pity RC Primary School welcomes new head of school

Mrs Kathryn Dunne has been appointed as the new head of school at Our Lady of Pity RC Primary School in Greasby, Wirral.

Kathryn has over 20 years’ experience in teaching, working across all year groups, with a real passion for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and Key Stage 1. She was previously deputy headteacher at Park Primary School in Wallasey.

Commenting on her new role, Kathryn said: “I was deputy headteacher for six years at my last school and felt ready for the next challenge. Having started my National Professional Qualification for Headship last year, I was thinking about the next steps.”

In her previous role, Kathryn spent the last three years developing and designing a new curriculum, working alongside Dr Debra Kidd and Hywel Roberts, they also explored key concepts such as conservation and climate change, powerful women and identity and migration.

Our Lady of Pity RC Primary School is proudly part of

Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust (HFCMAT).

Kathryn explained: “Being a headteacher can be a lonely job but this post appealed to me as in a head of school role you work closely with the executive head. Being part of HFCMAT was also appealing as there are so many opportunities to work with others and share learning and experiences.

“The trust very much feels like a family and I’m really enjoying working with everyone. Our Lady of Pity is a fantastic place with wonderful children. When I first visited, I was blown away by the host of opportunities and enhancements on offer to the children and felt I could help them continue to succeed by offering my own interests and expertise.”

She added: “Through the curriculum we can teach and prepare our children to know and understand the world they will be living in. They are going to move into jobs that haven’t been created yet, using technology that hasn’t been invented and in a world that is ever changing.

“I would hope that each child at Our Lady of Pity leaves with the expected skills in English and maths but also with compassion, respect for others and resilience so they know what to do when they don’t know what to do. I’m excited for what’s next!”

CEO of HFCMAT, Andy Moor said: “We are very pleased to welcome Kathryn to the trust. Her experience and knowledge are exactly what is needed in order to deliver an inspirational education to pupils at Our Lady of Pity.

“As a trust, we are passionate about raising awareness on conservation and we are delighted that our values align with Kathryn’s and together we can teach our children more about these important issues in today’s world.”