Matthew Brinkworth has come full circle, returning to Farmborough Church Primary School as Deputy Head Teacher almost 30 years after he first stepped through its doors as a young student. Beginning his new role on Tuesday, September 2, Matthew’s appointment marks a heartfelt reunion with the school that shaped his early education.
Having studied at Farmborough Church Primary from 1995 to 2002, Matthew expressed his enthusiasm about returning: “I am absolutely delighted to join the Farmborough community as Deputy Headteacher and Class Teacher. It’s a genuine privilege to come back to the school that played such a formative role in my life. Having been a pupil here, I know just how special Farmborough is.”
Farmborough Church Primary School, located near Bath and home to 157 pupils, boasts a proud history—including once employing renowned children’s author Dick King-Smith, famed for writing The Sheep-Pig. The school’s most recent Ofsted report, released in November 2024, commended its “ambitious curriculum” and the strong, nurturing relationships between staff and pupils.
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Headteacher Darren Roberts warmly welcomed Matthew’s return. “We’re thrilled to have Matthew back as part of the Farmborough family, this time bringing his experience and skills as Deputy Headteacher. His journey from pupil to leader inspires us all, and we’re proud to welcome him to our amazing school community.”
Before returning to Farmborough, Matthew taught at Weston All Saints Primary School in Bath. Both institutions belong to The Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust that supports 17 primary, first, and special schools across Bath and Somerset.
Emily Massey, CEO of The Partnership Trust, congratulated Matthew on his new role: “We’re delighted Matthew remains within The Partnership Trust family. One of the greatest advantages of our multi-academy trust is nurturing colleagues’ careers and enabling progression across our schools. While he will be missed at Weston All Saints, staying within the Trust means this is ‘au revoir,’ not ‘goodbye.’”