Support Staff
Ms A Allan: Head of Careers
With an art school background, Ms Allen's first job was working as an editorial assistant on magazines which then led into the online world, managing websites for Topshop, Topman and later Urban Outfitters.
After my second child was born I started my own company, which was just as hard/rewarding as everyone tells you it is! I now find myself enjoying a new path at West London Free School, enjoying the freedom of having school holidays to spend with my children while they still want me around!
Ms C Courtney: Headteachers' PA and School Office Manager
After qualifying with a Diploma in Nursery Nursing, Ms Courtney worked as a nanny for fifteen years. Very familiar with west London, she has worked with children of all ages. She joined the West London Free School in September 2014.
In her free time, Ms Courtney enjoys going to the gym, reading and spending time with family and friends. She still sees many of the children that she helped to take care of and takes great pleasure in watching them grow and develop.
Ms V Duggan: Senior Librarian and Exam Lead Invigilator
Ms Duggan graduated from Royal Holloway College, University of London, with a BA Hons in English, Drama and Theatre Studies. During a management career in retail banking, she studied for an MBA and a Diploma in Marketing at the University of Westminster. She then decided to change career and qualified as a teacher with a PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education from The Institute of Education. This was followed by seven years teaching Business Studies in a Sixth Form Centre, until taking time out to look after her children.
Mrs J Eastwood: Palingswick House Librarian
Mrs Eastwood graduated from the University of Sussex with a BA Hons in History of Art, in the School of English & American Studies. She has had an extensive and varied career in the arts and media sector. Prior to taking a career break to raise her two children, she spent over ten years at the BBC in a number of editorial and communication roles in BBC New Media, BBC Television and BBC Music & Arts Publicity. A life-long lover of libraries, she became actively involved in her children’s school library as Librarian during her career break and launched and ran a popular annual Book Swap for the entire school, for four years.
She is a passionate advocate of the role that school libraries and librarians play in the lives of our children in promoting reading for pleasure.
Mr J Famodimu: Science Technician
Mr Famodimu graduated from Federal University of Technology, Akure in Nigeria with a degree in Physics/Electronics. He has worked in the public secondary schools in Nigeria as a science teacher before coming to the United Kingdom. In the United Kingdom, he has worked has a private tutor to many students and as a sessional tutor in mathematics at Kaplan International College London before joining West London Free School as a Science Technician.
He loves to watch football and listen to music at his free time.
Ms F Fuller Gale: Exams Officer and Assistant Data Manager
Miss Fuller Gale studied Music at Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge, where she was also a choral scholar. After receiving her Bachelor’s degree, she went on to complete a Master’s degree specialising in reconstruction of sixteenth-century Italian madrigals which survive incomplete.
Before joining WLFS, Miss Fuller Gale was School Manager and Exams Officer at an independent day school in South West London.
Alongside her work at WLFS, Miss Fuller Gale is a freelance singer. Mostly singing choral music, she has sung for several album recordings as well as live broadcasts for BBC Radio 3.
Miss C Hibbert: Pastoral Support Officer
Miss Hibbert studied Anthropology at SOAS in London before moving on to train as a counsellor and psychotherapist at The Tavistock and Portman Trust and Birkbeck University. She has worked in the Pastoral Team in a number of schools.
Outside school Miss Hibbert spends a lot of time reading, volunteering with young people and exploring the UK and other countries.
Ms L Duckett: Careers Assistant
With a varied career spanning print and broadcast journalism, TV directing and producing, and piano teaching, Ms Duckett demonstrates that there are alternative routes to the traditional linear 'career ladder.'
Having completed a qualification in Career Guidance and Development Ms Duckett now works part time in the WLFS Careers Department and other schools in the area.
Miss P Iya-Nya: Receptionist
Miss Iya-Nya achieved a diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology. During lockdown, she developed an interest in working in the care sector. She gained employment in social care and later moved on to primary care, working as a receptionist/workflow administrator.
In her free time, she volunteers at a charity that supports young children and adults with learning disabilities and pursues her passion in the creative field.
Miss A Marouf: Removal and Reflection Mentor
After Miss Marouf’s graduated in Biological sciences from the university of Westminster her journey in education began. She started her career as a teacher assistant for two years and afterwards completed a PGCE in Cardiff university. She has taught science for the past eight years and is welcoming new challenges.
In her spare time, Miss Marouf enjoys reading, cooking, writing and art.
Ms S Mohammed: Science Technician
Ms Mohammed graduated from Kingston University, Surrey, where she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry. Involving intensive laboratory time, her final project was entitled “Studies on Lipid Peroxidation in Diluted Human Serum”. Before joining the West London Free School, Ms Mohammed volunteered as a teaching assistant in a local school helping pupils in their science and ICT lessons.
Away from work, Ms Mohammed enjoys travelling, reading and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Mr W Morgan: Removal and Reflection Manager
Before moving into a career in education, Mr Morgan had completed a two year professional football scholarship with Reading FC, whilst gaining an NVQ Level 3 in Sports Performance and Sporting Excellence. He has worked across many different roles including as a nursery assistant and teaching assistant before moving into pastoral care with primary aged children. Continuing his passion for childcare, Mr Morgan also regularly volunteers to assist many local organisations with supporting young people.
In his spare time Mr Morgan loves spending time with his family and playing football.
Mrs S Noel: Registrar
Mrs Noel started working for the West London Free School a few months before it opened in 2011. Originally recruited as Personal Assistant to both the Headteacher and the Deputy Headteacher, she was appointed as the school's first official Registrar in 2013.
She is responsible for overseeing the admissions, applications and registration processes. In addition, her role encompasses the coordination and production of marketing material and regular communications with parents as well as other general administrative duties.
Her interests include travel, food and music.
Mr J Oboh: Site Assistant
Mr Oboh moved from Italy in April 2016 to settle in the UK. He has over fifteen years’ experience working with children in various different capacities. He joined the West London Free School as Site Assistant in November 2016.
In his free time, Mr Oboh loves travelling, studying and spending time with family. 
Miss S Palmer-Jones: Art Technician
Miss Palmer-Jones has a foundation certificate in Art and a degree in English Literature from Aberystwyth University. She is a practising artist in mixed media and has been involved with art education for many years. In her spare time,
Miss Palmer-Jones enjoys going to exhibitions and gardening.
Miss S Roachford: Attendance Officer
Before studying to be a nursery nurse, Miss Roachford gained a diploma is performing arts in Cambridge and was a very talented dancer. She gained her level three in nursery nursing and went on to work in a primary school in Oxford as a teaching assistant. Since then, she's been working in nurseries as a nursery nurse for the last seventeen years and worked her way up to being the business manager. She’s been based in west London for fifteen years.
In her free time, Miss Roachford enjoys reading and spending time with her family and friends.
Mrs H van Rozen: Sixth Form Administrator
Mrs van Rozen moved to the UK from Finland to finish her BA Hons Degree in Business Administration. Initially, she worked in relationship management for a large financial information provider. This was followed by a role in events and office management role, before taking time out to raise her four children.
During the school holidays Mrs van Rozen enjoys skiing and spending time at her summer house in Finland.
Mr N Thomas: Data Controller / Exams Officer
Mr Thomas attended the University of Bristol where he studied for a Masters in Chemistry. After graduating in 2008, he was appointed Examinations Officer at local secondary school in Hounslow, where he was responsible for all school exams, as well as the construction of the school timetable. He also gained experience in IT support, data analysis and managing the SIMS student information system.
In his spare time, he enjoys a variety of sports including golf, badminton and softball.
Mrs A Thompson-Smith: Sixth Form Receptionist and Attendance Officer
Mrs Thompson-Smith is a retired primary school teacher who has taught locally for the past 30 years. Outside of school she plays netball and is the fixture secretary for Kensington Dragons Football Club. She is also an avid reader of crime novels.
Ms P Casalino: Sixth Form Receptionist and Attendance Officer
Ms Casalino brings over 16 years of experience in the Education Sector, combining a strong administrative background with a passion for supporting school communities. Originally trained in Italy as a Tour Operator, she moved to the UK where she expanded her qualifications to include Business & Administration, and IT Principles and Software.
For 12 years, Ms Casalino worked as a Receptionist and Admin Assistant at a local infant school, where she played a key role in supporting school admissions and census processes. In August 2020, she joined the Knowledge Schools Trust, working across West London Free School Primary and Earl's Court Free School Primary. Her commitment and expertise earned her a promotion to Admin Officer/Attendance Officer, where she supported school admissions and helped manage the school register. After a short career break in early 2024, Ms Casalino returned to the Trust in September and is now based at West London Free School Sixth Form in her current role as Receptionist and Attendance Officer.
Outside of work, Ms Casalino enjoys travelling, reading, cooking, and knitting. A lifelong tennis enthusiast, she has attended numerous tennis events and tournaments. She is also a fan of musicals and enjoys exploring museums in her free time
Mr W Thorne: Music Administrator
Mr Thorne graduated from the University of St Andrews with a BA Hons in Psychology, before which he worked in the music department at Hall Grove School. Alongside his academic studies, he was heavily involved in the musical life of the university, singing in and directing choirs.
After graduating, he spent a year at the Philharmonia Orchestra as a Concerts Assistant, aiding with the management of concerts and working in the orchestra library. Following this role, Will worked freelance for Philharmonia, supporting the Learning & Engagement department with project delivery. He is a keen pianist and saxophonist.
Mr C Zurawski: Site Manager
Mr Zurawski graduated from National Defence University, Warsaw, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Education for European Security. He has worked in the pulmonology sector of the medical industry, where his role encompassed the installation, fitting, service and maintenance of sleep disorder and oxygen therapy devices.
In 2015, Mr Zurawski moved to London and started working in the West London Free School, initially as Assistant Site Manager. Now as a Site Manager, he is responsible for the Secondary and Sixth Form schools.
In his spare time, Mr Zurawski enjoys taking motorcycle trips in summer (it’s more like an obsession), snowboarding in winter, sightseeing in London and general DIY.
Mr H Hamper-Potts: Art Technician
After studying classical drawing and painting at The Florence Academy of Art, Mr Hamper-Potts moved to London and focused on music. He spent some time leading a band, with their record deal taking them across England and Europe. He later decided to concentrate his energies solely on painting and has enjoyed exhibiting in solo and group shows with a range of artists. A high point being a show at the Marlborough alongside both contemporary artists and some of the greats including Freud, Auerbach and Bacon. Mr Hamper-Potts loves travelling for work, both to find inspiration, take on commissions and to deliver pieces around the world.
Mr Hamper-Potts joined WLFS in 2020, and fell in love with the department which he believes has some of the best resources he has seen. He believes visual learning is so important in shaping how one perceives the world and how things work. As art is the oldest and most recognisable form of communication, Mr Hamper-Potts am extremely happy to continue to pass this ancient practice on to future generations.
Teaching Assistants
Mr R S Mohamed Farook: SEN Teaching Assistant
Mr. Farook holds a BSc in Biotechnology, Chemistry, and Microbiology from Bangalore University, India, and an MSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo. Prior to relocating to the UK, he served as a Lecturer/Academic Coordinator at the Graduate Institute of Science and Management in Sri Lanka, where he taught Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Real-world Problem Solving, and Communication Skills Development modules. Additionally, he has worked as a Research Assistant at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo in Sri Lanka, conducting research on vectors carrying Leishmania parasites, thermostable bacterial enzymes, and anti-cancer bacterial proteins. Furthermore, he has gained industry experience in Food and Beverage quality assurance and pharmacovigilance.
Currently, Mr. Farook works as a SEN Teaching Assistant and coordinates Examination Access Arrangements at WLFS. He has extensive experience working with children. His passion for teaching drives his aspiration to become a Biology teacher.
In his free time, Mr. Farook enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
Ms N Hoti: Teaching Assistant
Following her studies, Ms Hoti worked across several sectors, including front-of-house banking and office environments. She also gained childcare experience, which showed her how rewarding it is to support children and revealed her passion for working in education.
Beyond school, Ms Hoti enjoys keeping active through hiking, travelling, and spending time cooking and baking.
