Amanda Foster

EYFS Gunwalloe Class

I started my teaching career here at Stithians School back in 1998 when the school looked much different, and I have been fortunate to have taught the reception class throughout this time. I love crafting in my spare time and am always on the lookout for new projects. When I am not crafting, I enjoy reading a good crime book!

Sarah Allen

Year 1 Marazion Class

I have been teaching at Stithians School since qualifying in 2012, and I still absolutely love it! The best part of being a teacher is watching children grow into great little people. In my spare time, I enjoy exploring the outdoors and visiting lots of hidden Cornish gems whilst Geocaching with my husband and two young children. 

Hannah Trinder

Year 2 Sennen Class

I have been teaching Porthmeor Class for the last 12 years since relocating from Hampshire. I have curriculum responibility for PE, art and outdoor learning which has begun this term with Wild Tribes lessons. I am passionate about being outside and love going out on the water, especially on my paddleboard.

Louise Collett

Year 1 (Wed) & Year 2 (Fri)

I qualified as a teacher in 2007 with a specialism in French and later completed training as a Maths Mastery Specialist. I have taught across both Key Stages and the Early Years, and spent most of my career teaching in Truro. In my free time I enjoy days out with my young family, exploring the Cornish coastline, gardening and trips to the theatre!

Dixie Till

Year 3 Gwithian Class

After qualifying from Plymouth Marjon University, I taught in Plymouth for two years while completing my ECT. I then returned home to Cornwall, where I spent a short time working on supply before joining Stithians School. Having grown up just down the road in Ponsanooth, it’s lovely to now be teaching so close to home. In my spare time, I enjoy walking my dog Milo, playing netball and reading a good book. I really enjoy being part of the Stithians community!

Trevor Manley

Year 3 Gwithian Class (Mon-Tue after Christmas 26)

I qualified in 1996 and my first job was at Stithians covering maternity leave. From 1997, I worked at Weeth School in Camborne but always had a dream of returning here. I love living and working in Stithians and being a part of this great community. I have a love of all things historical, and am I a big fan of all types of music too.

Steve Trinder

Year Godrevy Class

I have been teaching for 28 years, half of that time in Hampshire, before returning home to Cornwall. For the last seven years, I have been in Year 2, the last five of which, at Stithians school. In my free time I enjoy fishing, walking and play guitar in a local band. I am married to Mrs Trinder in Porthmeor.

Megan Cox

Year 5 Porthmeor Class

I am embarking on my first year of teaching at Stithians, after qualifying from the University of Winchester and working on supply across Cornwall. Alongside this job,
I teach and coach swimming for a local club. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time walking my dog, sea swimming and have recently taken up paddle boarding!

Rich Smith

Year 6 Kynance Class

I have been working as a teacher since qualifying in 2011. After working in many schools in the Camborne area, I began at Stithians in 2016, initially as supply cover. In my spare time, I enjoy walking and cheering on Plymouth Argyle. I really enjoy being a part of the Stithians community, despite living by the sea in Portreath.