Other Staff
Miss Crossley was born and grew up in Suffolk. After her A Levels she decided to travel and left bound for Australia in 1993. Whilst away, she abseiled in the Blue Mountains, went white water rafting, explored the Great Barrier Reef and even did a bungee jump!
On her return, she trained as a teacher at Westminster College, Oxford and graduated in 1997 with a BEd (Hons) in English and Children’s Literature, where her favourite tutor was Philip Pullman of ‘His Dark Materials fame. She continued to explore new places and managed trips to Kenya, Turkey and Tunisia.
She began her teaching career at Wickham Market Primary School. During her 5 years there she taught throughout Key Stage 2. She joined Woodbridge Primary in 2002 and has taught for most of that time in Year 6.
Lynsey has two children, a girl and a boy who keep her on her toes when not in school. As a family, they love being outdoors, exploring, making things and snuggling up with a good book.
Miss Sutherland
Teacher
Mrs Sutherland qualified as a teacher in 2015 and worked for four years in Year 1 at St. Marks School, Ipswich. She has been teaching at Woodbridge Primary since Summer Term 2019 in a number of classes (F1 to Y4) to support their regular teacher, as well as providing support at our After School Club.
A bright, enthusiastic, energetic and determined individual, Mrs Sutherland has achieved the Gold D of E award, the Queen’s Guide Award and frequently raises money for the Teenage Cancer Trust. She is a fitness fanatic and, in particular, has a passion for pilates and running marathons.
Mrs Watson-Brown
Pastoral Lead & ELSA
Mrs Watson-Brown has a degree in American studies and English Literature. After her degree studies, Mrs Watson-Brown completed her PGCE in Oxford before coming to Suffolk in 1992 to get married.
Mrs Watson-Brown taught in Felixstowe before taking a break to raise her two sons, during this time she worked as a youth worker and children and family worker for the Salvation Army.
Mrs Watson-Brown is the school’s Pastoral Lead, working one-to-one and with small groups across the school. She is qualified both as a teacher and an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) and has undertaken a wide range of professional development in neurodiversity, and children’s mental health. She covers class teachers across the school as the need arises.
In her spare time, Mrs Watson-Brown likes to write poetry and has published four volumes. Her idea of a lovely time is a cup of tea in the sunshine (preferably while looking at the sea).
Mr Chatten-Berry
Caretaker
Mr. Chatten-Berry is the dedicated caretaker here at Woodbridge Primary School, ensuring that our learning environment is safe, clean, and welcoming for all pupils and staff. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to maintenance, he takes pride in managing the school’s facilities with care and efficiency. From fixing a leaky tap to setting up the audio and lights for a school event, Mr. Chatten-Berry is always ready to lend a helping hand. His commitment to the school community extends beyond his day-to-day duties, as he actively engages with students and staff, fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere throughout the school.
Mrs Stacey Irvine
Willow Garden Team & MDSA
Mrs Michele Logsdon
MDSA
Mrs Logsdon was born in Kent and raised in London. She worked in the City of London for 18 years before moving to Suffolk in 2007. She took a break to raise her daughter and during this time, she volunteered at Wickham Market Primary School in 2008 for 18 months where she read to the nursery children and helped those in Reception with their reading.
In 2013, she helped run The Bumblebee Toddler Group at The Beehive in Wickham Market for five years, where she organised crafts and seasonal events for the children and their parents.
She has an NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in The Workplace, and a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (RQF). Mrs Logsdon joined Woodbridge Primary School in September 2024.
Michele loves going to gigs, the opera and ballet, and on her 30th birthday, received a signed pair of Darcey Bussell’s ballet shoes that she wore whilst performing at the Royal Opera House.