New Headteacher for Frithville and New York

We are excited to announce that Damian Davey has been appointed as Executive Headteacher for Frithville and New York. 

Mr Davey is also Headteacher at Huttoft Primary & Nursery School, and will continue in this role alongside his new appointment. 

His appointment follows the retirement of Paul Bargh on 31st December 2023, who had been Executive Headteacher at Frithville and New York since 2010.   

Speaking about Mr Bargh’s retirement, our CEO Sandra James said: “Paul made a lasting contribution to both schools and played a part in the many lives of pupils, parents and colleagues alike, he leaves with good wishes from the trust for the future.” 

Mr Davey, who joined the teaching profession following a career in the Airforce, has been a headteacher for over 12 years. 

He said: “I am delighted to become Executive Headteacher of Frithville and New York primary schools; the pupils are charming and eager to learn, and staff are dedicated and committed to providing the best education and meeting pupils’ needs.   

“I have enjoyed my first few days in our lovely schools and look forward to what the future will bring.” 

Sandra added: “Frithville and New York primary schools play important roles within their communities, and I was delighted to host the parent forums last week where parents and carers met Mr Davey and we were able to share feedback and ideas for the development of the schools.   

“It is a privilege to work with the wider community and our dedicated staff and we look forward to announcing more exciting developments, which will include partnership working for wraparound care, in the near future.”