Mrs Leggat

I have been a teacher at Aboyne Primary for 9 years this year (although I used to be a pupil here too!). I completed my PGCE in Newcastle and moved back to Aboyne in 2013. I live with my husband, our 2 children and our Dalmatian called Nelson. When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family and friends or baking.  

Mrs Moir

I’m Mrs Moir and I am new to Aboyne Primary this year. I’ve taught in a few different schools in Aberdeenshire before coming to Aboyne Primary. I live near Aboyne with my husband and two sons who are 10 and 7. I enjoy running, cycling, baking, reading and going for long walks with my family.  

Mrs Chapman

I have been teaching at Aboyne Primary since 2020.  I have a background in science and worked for 12 years in plant science research before retraining as a teacher.  When I’m not at school I enjoy spending my time walking with my dog, cycling, camping, and making things.  I am a qualified Forest School Leader. 

Mrs Jackson

I have just moved to Aberdeenshire from England with my family. I have a pet cat called Tiger, who is blind and a guinea pig called Cookie.

When I am not at school I love reading, spending time at the beach and learning to ski!

I am really enjoying exploring Aberdeenshire and discovering new places and making new friends.

Mrs McKnight

I recently completed my PGDE at Aberdeen University and I am currently in my probation year at Aboyne Primary.  Prior to teaching, I spent many years working with horses, including nearly 10 years at World Horse Welfare near Aboyne. When my children started school, I went self-employed which gave me time to do a BSc in Biology with the Open University followed by an MSc in Human Nutrition at Aberdeen University. In my free time, I enjoy hill walking, running and rowing. 

Mrs Macduff

Hello, I am Mrs Cheryl Macduff. I am from Pembrokeshire in Southwest Wales and have lived in Aberdeenshire for 14 years.  I am married to Dave and we have 3 teenage children. I also have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I enjoy walking, reading, drawing and cold-water swimming. My favourite place to be is at the beach listening to the waves.

Mrs Farquharson

I am Mrs Alison Farquharson and have been teaching at Aboyne Primary School for nearly nine years.  Although I enjoy living here with my husband and two cats, I miss my two children and two granddaughters who live in Yorkshire.  During my spare time I enjoy running, cooking, reading, walking and gardening as well as visiting my family in England whenever possible.

Mr Mackay

I qualified as a Primary Teacher in 1991. After working as a supply teacher in several Aberdeen City schools, I was delighted to get a job at Aboyne in 1996. I was awarded the Professional Qualification of Chartered Teacher in 2008. I taught all stages at Aboyne over the course of 16 years before I was appointed as Visiting Specialist in French in 2012. My role has slightly changed and I now teach any curriculum areas required in the 5 schools I visit. I am also a Learning Representative for the Educational Institute of Scotland. 

Mrs Crawford

I am passionate about the world around me and spent some of my earlier years backpacking. I have always enjoyed sports and remain a keen runner to this day. While travelling, I developed a particular interest in art and went on to own my own art gallery. Eventually, I decided to follow a lifelong passion for teaching.

Mr King

I have been at Aboyne Primary school for 5 years now. Before I was a teacher, I studied for a degree in Music at the University of Aberdeen where I played the Trumpet in orchestras, jazz, and brass bands. I was very fortunate to play across the country and make many friends along the way. My hobbies include Football, Mountain biking, Music, and more recently thanks to Covid, I have returned to a childhood hobby of collecting and playing Warhammer 40,000!

Mrs Ellis

I completed my probation year at Aboyne a few years ago and was delighted to return to the team in 2021 after gaining experience in other schools. I completed my PGDE as a mature student after working as a riding instructor for 17 years, where I was actively involved in teaching pony clubs in my home county, Cornwall, as well as Devon, Ayrshire, and here in Deeside. Horses are still a great passion of mine. I like nothing more than riding and spending time with my family and four horses. My favourite colour is yellow, and I am happiest when in the forest or near the sea.

Mrs Mannix

Hello! I’m Mrs Mannix! I’ve taught at Aboyne primary since August 2017, though I have had a couple of years of maternity leave in that time. Currently, I teach two days each week on a Thursday and Friday, and this year, I am covering the class teachers’ non-contact time. When not at school, you’ll see me out walking with my children and dog. 

Ms Vickers

I am new to Aboyne this year. I will be working across the school as an Additional Support Needs teacher and as a cover teacher, specialising in the expressive arts. I have always loved music, in fact, my mum used to be a secondary music teacher at Aboyne Academy! I play violin, and flute and am learning piano. My favourite film of all time is the Lion King. This is why my favourite colours are yellow and orange.