Peter Kyles

An update from St Mary’s

It is with great sadness that we share the news that our much-loved and respected Principal, Peter Kyles, has sadly died after a short illness.

As many of you know, Peter has been the heart of St Mary’s for so many years. The whole school emanates his warmth, his dedication and his passion for teaching and learning and his presence will be sorely missed by all our pupils, staff, families and the wider Dilwyn community. Our wonderful school, that he helped create 15 years ago is a lasting testament to his commitment and vision, and this part of his legacy will continue to live on in the children and families that he has inspired over generations.

Our thoughts and prayers are very much with Sally, Peter’s family and all those who knew and loved him.

Leadership Update from St. Mary’s

Following the sad death of our much-loved Principal, Peter Kyles, the Governing Board and Board of Members have put interim leadership arrangements in place for St Mary’s.

Mrs Simone Eckley has been appointed Interim Principal with immediate effect, with the approval of the Governing Board and Board of Members. Simone will lead the school with the support of our dedicated staff team, Governors and Members. See the full letter from Chair of Governors and Chair of Members here.

Our priority is to provide stability, care and continuity for our children, staff and families while we continue to remember and celebrate Peter’s life and his lasting contribution to St Mary’s.

We are immensely grateful to our whole school community for the kindness, support and understanding shown during this difficult time.