Pastoral Teams
Year 7
Head of Year
Ms MacManus
Deputy Head of Year
Mrs Hassall
Introduction from Year 7
Hello, my name is Ms MacManus and I am proud to be the Head of Year 7. I spend part of the summer term getting to know as many of Year 6 students as possible by visiting them in their primary schools. Starting secondary school is an exciting time but it can also be quite daunting for some students, so I work with our excellent year team to make the transition successful and stress free. As a year team we provide outstanding pastoral care as well as working alongside subject teachers to build good learning habits. Everything we do is aimed at ensuring that the youngest students in the college achieve and thrive.
Favourite book: The Neapolitan Novels series by Elena Ferrante
Year Team
Ms MacManus - Head of Year
Mrs Morgan - Deputy Head of Year
Emily Childs - Year 7 Transition Coordinator
Year 8
Head of Year
Mrs Morgan
Assistant Head of Year
Mr Gould
Introduction from Year 8
Hello, my name is Mrs Morgan, and I am the proud Head of Year 8 at Stoke Damerel Community College.
I have many interests outside of school including, Guiding UK and supporting the Plymouth Soup Run.
Favourite book: Wild Swans by Jung Chan
Year Team
Mrs Bevin - Head of Year
Mr Gould - Assistant Head of Year
Year 9
Head of Year
Miss Honeyghan
Assistant Head of Year
Mr Sutton
Introduction from Year 9
Hello, I’m Miss Honeyghan, Head of Year 9. I am really looking forward to working with this year group! Having worked at Stoke Damerel for a few years, I feel truly privileged to lead such a wonderful cohort.
While every day brings its own challenges, I will always do my best to ensure every student is supported academically, cared for emotionally, and treated with genuine kindness.
In my role, I encourage students to strive for their best, take every opportunity offered to them, and embody core values like kindness, respect, and politeness. Building strong partnerships with parents and carers is also vital to me, ensuring we work together so your child achieves the best outcomes and enjoys a fantastic experience here at Stoke Damerel.
Favourite Book: Small Island by Andrea Levy and Natives by Akala.
I am hugely into my fitness and in my spare time I am a Fitness Instructor. I believe that being fit is incredibly good for your mind, body and soul. I really enjoy music and reading when I get time for myself. I also enjoy food and really love cooking.
Year Team
Miss Honeyghan - Head of Year
Mr Sutton - Assistant Head of Year
Year 10
Head of Year
Mr Nevin
Assistant Head of Year
Mrs Lawrence
Introduction from Year 10
Hello, I am Mr Nevin, I am Head of Year 9. I am so proud and privileged to be working with the Class of 2028. I am excited to be within this new role and have been made to feel very welcome with the incredible students and tutor team in front of me. We will have many challenges this year, but I will work with our excellent year team to help support you and your families to ensure time with us is successful. I will always push for us to be the best year group we can be, excellent classwork and behaviour, being respectful and polite around the college. Supporting one another. We will ensure you make memories to last a lifetime. I can’t wait to see your stories unfold and the success coming your way.
Favourite book : The Rock says by Dwayne Johnson
I am a huge sports fan, I love Wrestling and supporting my team of Liverpool F.C., Boxing and NFL. I also love Movies, Music (Elvis Presley, Robbie Williams to name a few) but above all, spending time with my family.
Year Team
Mr Nevin - Head of Year
Mrs Lawrence - Assistant Head of Year
Year 11
Head of Year
Mr Ward
Assistant Head of Year
Mrs Plane
Introduction from Year 11
Hello, I am Mr Ward and I am Head of Year 11. My role as a Head of Year is an enjoyable experience which allows me to have an impact on the progress of the students in the year group as well as build up key relationships with students and parents as they progress on their academic journey through Stoke Damerel. In my role as a Head of Year I work tirelessly to support students through the most important times of their education and enjoy the student realise their potential as they become successful young men and women of the future.
Favourite author: John Grisham
I am also an avid sports fan and enjoy my annual visits to the NFL games in London and enjoy playing Tennis all year round and cricket in the summer.
Year Team
Mr Ward - Head of Year
Mrs Plane - Assistant Head of Year
Sixth Form
Head of Sixth Form
Mr Tinkler
Head of Sixth Form
Miss Hefford
Introduction from Sixth Form
Hello, my name is Mr Tinkler, and I’m the Head of Sixth Form at Stoke Damerel Community College. We pride ourselves on having a very diverse Sixth Form, and it is our role to ensure that all students leave here on the right pathway to a successful future. We begin our guidance in Year 10 and offer advice on what students can do Post-16. Once in the Sixth Form we help students not only achieve their qualifications and reach their full potential, we also equip our young people with the wider skills needed to thrive in life.
Favourite books:
A Man Without Breath by Phillip Kerr
The Black Angel by John Connolly.
Mr Tinkler - Head of Sixth Form
Miss Hefford - Head of Sixth Form
Aimee Parker - Sixth Form Administrator