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Mrs Ellie Waldron and Mr Tim Waldron
Housemistress and Housemaster
Mrs Ellie Waldron and Mr Tim Waldron live in St Cecila’s House with their daughter Layla and their two labradors Obi and Travis. Ellie Waldron has been the Head of Psychology at St Mary’s for the last five years and teaches Psychology and Biology. She has a BSc in Psychology & Physiology from Cardiff University and a PGCE from the University of Bath. Prior to this, she has taught for seven years as a Psychology and Science teacher at Hardenhuish, Lavington and Abbeyfield schools, with a keen specialism in supporting students with learning and emotional needs, as part of her NaSENCo training. She also loves horse riding, especially dressage, as well as walking, reading, and playing board games.
Prior to Mr Tim Waldron becoming Housemaster he was Deputy Housemaster for 2 years within St Cecilia’s alongside being the Head of Personal Development at St Mary’s. After completing his BA at Durham and his MA at Leeds University he taught English in Greece before studying for his PGCE at Bristol University. Mr Waldron has been a teacher for 14 years and has taught a wide range of subjects including Religious Studies, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology and PSHE. He loves his sports and is a keen hockey player, but also enjoys cycling, reading, cooking and board games.
As a family, the Waldrons love being active, especially when this involves spending time outdoors on their bikes, walking with their dogs, or being on the water kayaking and paddle-boarding. Together they look forward to welcoming your daughter into the team-spirited, caring, and fun community within St C’s and are excited to be part of their pastoral, social, emotional and academic journeys throughout UIV.
Miss Bec Halpin
Assistant Houseparent
Miss Halpin is a familiar face around school, having worked for many years as an Exams Invigilator, Pastoral Assistant in all Houses, accompanying CAA and all levels of DofE Expeditions and attending sports matches in a First Aid capacity. In her free time, Miss Halpin is a keen crafter (sewing, felting, willow weaving, woodwork), loves camping and caring for her pets (one dog Midge and many cats). She has a daughter called Georgia who has at last survived the teenage years!
St Cecilia’s House is home for girls in UIV Form, aged between 13 and 14 years.
House Tutors from amongst the academic staff also come in during the evening. The system of House Tutors works well, giving students an opportunity to meet with teaching staff in a more informal environment.
Please contact us by telephone on 01249 857260 or 07980 978250. We can also be reached via e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The House is a stone built 18th century building with high ceilings and a feeling of airiness. It comprises dorms of differing sizes; some are three bed dorms with largest being a six bed dorm. Day girls are fully integrated into the House, and have use of a futon in their dorm when they want to stay over.
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Externally the school carried out repair and maintenance work to the building in 2014. During 2016 the interior was refurbished and renovated, restoring some period details and improving the living space for the girls. The social activity and study spaces for the girls have been expanded and an elegant Common Room (left), a large Study Room and two kitchens have been added. The bathroom facilities have also been modernised and a spacious new entrance built, which includes a Boot Room for muddy lax boots and sports equipment.
To view the St Cecilia's House Booklet, please click below.
