Glasshoughton Infant Academy
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About Us
Our Staff
At Glasshoughton Infant Academy, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, who are committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential. Guided by our vision of working together to achieve excellence for all and our values of Care, Aspire, Succeed, our staff inspire and support pupils every day.
The Academy is led by our Headteacher Mrs M Senior, supported by her dynamic team of senior leaders and staff.
We believe that an exceptional education is only possible with great people. That’s why we focus on recruiting passionate and skilled staff and investing in their continuous professional development.
Every member of our team plays a vital role in creating a supportive, ambitious, and caring environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Senior Leadership
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Mrs M Senior Headteacher
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Mrs C Ellis Deputy Headteacher
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Mrs E Cromack Business Manager
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Mrs M Senior
Headteacher
Mrs Senior began her career as an English teacher after completing a BA Honours Degree at The University of Hull and her PGCE qualification.
After working in Essex, she returned to her roots in Yorkshire and since then has worked in schools in both rural and inner-city settings.
Mrs Senior made the move to primary leadership after working as Headteacher and leader in secondary settings. She is passionate about education and the change it brings to the lives of children, young people and families.
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Mrs C Ellis
Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Ellis started her teaching career in 2013 at Glasshoughton Infant Academy, following the successful completion of a Primary PGCE, with an Early Years specialism.
After quickly realising that Glasshoughton Infant Academy was the school she wished to work in for an extended period time, she embarked on her journey into leadership, committed to the young people and their families within the Castleford community.
Mrs Ellis began as the leader of English, before being appointed as Assistant Headteacher, with a focus on the development of effective Teaching and Learning. She continued on her leadership journey in 2026, where she was appointed Deputy Headteacher of the school. Mrs Ellis believes that every child is entitled to a great education and thoroughly enjoys seeing children thrive during their school years and beyond.
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Mrs E Cromack
Business Manager
As the School Business Manager, I am incredibly proud to be part of the dedicated team that makes Glasshoughton Infant Academy such a warm, welcoming, and vibrant place for our youngest learners. While my role focuses on finances, operations, and resources, my ultimate goal is to ensure that our school community has everything it needs to thrive. I love working behind the scenes to create a safe, beautifully resourced, and smooth-running environment where our children can explore, learn, and grow with confidence.
Working collaboratively with our passionate staff, supportive parents, and the wider community to sustain the unique village that shapes these vital early years is a true privilege, and it is what makes our school such a special place to belong to.
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