Mr Nigel Gyte

I commenced at Rudston as Director of Music in September 1999. In addition to being responsible for the teaching of music throughout the school, I also teach Year 4 science, Year 3 R.E. and Year 5/6 R.E. and D.T. Most of my spare time is taken up with music. As a pianist I am a busy solo performer/accompanist and often take on the role of Musical Director / keyboard player for stage musicals or instrumental ensembles. I enjoy sequencing computerized backing tracks, listening to music, going to the theatre, eating 'good' food, and the scenic pleasures of hill walking (which includes a fantastic trek in the Nepalese Himalaya). I am also a sun worshipper. I am very proud to have recently been inaugurated as an Ambassador for Rotherham, in recognition of my contribution and commitment to music in the area.

Mrs Tracy Green

Hello, my name is Tracy Green. I have been a member of staff at Rudston since 1998 and have loved every minute! I currently work as a teaching assistant in Lower 3 (Year 1). I also had the pleasure of working at the pre-school and in Lower 1 (Nursery) all of which have been very rewarding and enjoyable experiences.
When I am not in school I enjoy listening to music, going swimming, running and, most importantly, spending quality family time with my little boy Matthew and my husband!

Mrs. Dayson

Sonja Dayson – Joint Upper Three Form Teacher

My name is Sonja Dayson and I have worked at Rudston since 2007.

For two of my years at Rudston I have worked as a Learning Support Teacher, helping those children who need extra support with their learning or who need stretching and challenging academically. This gave me the valuable opportunity to work with pupils from all age and ability ranges across the entire school. I am now the joint Upper Three form teacher and I am really looking forward to the exciting new challenges that it will bring.

As you can imagine, school keeps me very busy, but at home I have my wonderful husband Chris and my beautiful daughter Phoebe to keep me on my toes. When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family, going on day trips to the seaside, reading books and listening to music.

Mrs Alison Powell

Hi! I'm Alison Powell. I joined the Rudston Team in 2003. Over the years I've worked with and supported many children and staff. I recently joined the Foundation Stage Team and work alongside Miss Proctor in Lower 2 (Reception). When I'm not working my time is taken up with my boys Sam (15) and Cameron (9).

Rachael Horner

Hello! I'm Rachel Horner and I am a qualified Level 3 T.A. I joined Rudston's staff in September 2007 and was made to feel very welcome. I feel that I have found my true vocation in life being a T.A.. In my spare time I enjoy socialising with friends, reading, horse riding and walking. My favourite past time is spending quality time with my family.

Miss Laura Cronin

Hello, my ame is Laura Cronin. Having recently qualified as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant I joined the school in September. I work in Lower 1 (Nursery) but I also have the great pleasure of working in the Upper School. I thoroughly enjoy working here at Rudston School and feel part of the furniture already! My ambition in life is to work part-time to become a teacher as I find working with children incredibly rewarding. My hobbies include watching films, reading books and spending time with my family, friends and most importantly my fiance.

Miss Allison Coope

Hello! My name is Allison Coope and I teach Lower and Upper School Physical Education to students at Rudston. I have found it to be a very challenging and rewarding job. I started at Rudston in 2007 and am really enjoy working with the students and staff! In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog, reading, gardening, swimming and spending time with family and friends.

Mr Lewis

I teach guitar to children at Rudston. Initially self-taught I went on to study Classical Guitar and Theory at R.C.A.T. I then went to study at Leeds College of Music where I obtained a graduate diploma in Jazz and Contemporary Music.

Mr Robert White

For the last 37 years I have performed and taught violin in Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and Doncaster including Sheffield City Training College and Hill House Prep School. I was educated at Wath Grammar School, the Royal Northern College of Music and Bretton Hall College of Education. My performance experience includes concert work (orchestral and choral), opera, light shows, variety club work and of late quartet work for weddings and other functions. I am delighted to be involved with the work of young violinists at Rudston Prep School.

Mrs Bennett – Gymnastics Coach

I have been involved in gymnastics since the age of five and later in trampolining, participating in displays and competitions. At the age of fifteen I began coaching which led me to study at Sheffield Hallam University where I gained a BSc Honours in Sport Development and Coaching. On completing my degree I moved to Windsor where I was employed as a full time gymnastics coach. In 2004 I returned to Yorkshire and began working as a self-employed gymnastics coach. I teach in many schools and leisure centres across South Yorkshire with my main club being Barnsley Premier Gymnastics Club. Outside of Gymnastics I play in a brass band and enjoy going to the gym and running.

Mr James Gregory

I am the Bursar of the school working part-time, just three days each week. My main role is assisting the Principal in the running of the school. I also act as clerk to the Board of Trustees and provide them with the information they require to formulate school policies. My responsibilities include general management and administration, finance and accountancy and maintenance of the school buildings and facilities. My previous employment was in a large multinational engineering company where I was responsible for products and price management, amongst other things. Leisure pursuits include rock climbing, walking and supporting Sheffield United. I am married and have three children who manage to take up most of my time and money.

Mrs Rita Harrison

I joined the staff at Rudston in 1989; since then I have been involved with many areas of school life, but my present title is Assistant Bursar. Most of my duties relate to finance, but I am also the school's First Aider, responsible for the care and wellbeing of the children and staff. I like to have as much contact time with the children as possible and enjoy being involved with many fund-raising activities. My interests outside school include listening to music (anything from rock to classical!), flower arranging, yoga and most of all I enjoy spending time with my family. I am also a qualified reflexologist: this is a very special interest of mine and I enjoy treating and helping people.

Mr Beevers

My name is Frank Beevers and I teach Latin at Rudston. My daughter was a pupil here, and now my grandson, Joe, has kept up the family tradition.

In my spare time, I serve as a Magistrate, but I also have several hobbies. I enjoy making model steam engines for garden railways; I am a lifelong motorbike fanatic (I have three at the moment) and I also study Greek and Latin language and civilisation. For very many years I have been a season-ticket holder at Barnsley Football Club, which proves two things: I have an infinite capacity for suffering, and I know very little about football.