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Chandlers Ridge Academy

Classes

At Chandlers Ridge, your class is named after a famous figure from our local area.

You will learn about their life and achievements, helping you to understand your community and its history. You’ll also share what you’ve learned through assemblies, building your confidence and developing your speaking skills.

Herriot Class

James Herriot showed kindness, care and compassion through his work as a vet nearby in Thirsk. In Herriot class, you will learn to be gentle, caring and respectful, just like him.

  • Age: Reception 
  • Teacher: Miss R Stainthorpe
Stephenson Class

George Stephenson was a brilliant inventor who changed the world with his ideas. He built the first passenger railway from Stockton to Darlington! In our class, you will learn to be curious, creative and excited about building and discovering new things.

  • Age: Reception 
  • Teacher: Miss R Whitehead
Cook Class

Born in Marton, down the road, James Cook was a brave explorer who discovered new places and ideas. In our class, you will learn to be curious, adventurous and confident as you explore and discover the world around you.

  • Age: Year 1
  • Teacher: Mrs L Murray-Kast
Patrick Class

Nicholas Patrick is an astronaut from Saltburn who showed ambition, curiosity and determination. In our class, you will aim high, explore big ideas and learn to believe in what you can achieve.

  • Age: Year 1/2
  • Teacher: Mrs A Dixon
Grey-Thompson Class

Now the Baroness of Eaglescliffe, Tanni Grey-Thompson showed incredible determination, resilience and excellence as a medal-winning Paralympian. In our class, you will learn to keep going, overcome challenges and always try your best in everything you do.

  • Age: Year 2
  • Teacher: Mrs H Taylor
Mead Class

Beth Mead from Whitby shows determination, teamwork and pride in representing her country as a professional footballer. In our class, you will learn to work together, keep improving and believe in yourself as you achieve your goals.

  • Age: Year 3
  • Teacher: Miss K Hind
Bolckow Class

As an early industrialist, Henry Bolckow helped build Teesside through vision, hard work and ambition. In our class, you will learn to be determined, forward-thinking and proud to make a positive difference in your community.

  • Age: Year 3/4
  • Teacher: Miss L Anderson
Vaughan Class

John Vaughan, the iron master, helped shape Middlesbrough through determination, innovation and hard work. In our class, you will learn to be resilient, think creatively and take pride in building your own success.

  • Age: Year 4
  • Teacher: Mr M Harkins
Coates Class

Alice Schofield Coates was a courageous suffragette and activist, leading the call for women’s rights in Middlesbrough. In our class, you will learn to speak up, respect others and believe you can help make a positive difference.

  • Age: Year 5
  • Teacher: Mrs L Sidgwick Dawson / Mrs L Clark
Hilda Class

Saint Hilda of Whitby was a wise and respected leader who valued learning and kindness. In our class, you will learn to be thoughtful, supportive and eager to learn together.

  • Age: Year 5
  • Teacher: Mrs C Bass
Wharton Class

Playing for Darlington FC, Arthur Wharton showed courage, determination and broke barriers in sport as the first professional black footballer in England. In our class, you will learn to be resilient, celebrate diversity and believe in yourself to achieve great things.

  • Age: Year 6
    Teacher: Ms M Shan

Mowlam Class

MP for Redcar, Mo Mowlam showed leadership, courage and compassion in bringing people together. In our class, you will learn to listen, lead and work positively with others to make a difference.

  • Age: Year 6
  • Teacher: Mrs N Bryant