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Essex head teacher Matthew Curzon dies aged 42 from cancer
Overview
Matthew Curzon, the head teacher of St Mary's Church of England Foundation Primary School in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, has died at the age of 42 from cancer. He worked at the school for 15 years and was remembered by colleagues for his dedication to children's wellbeing and his legacy of kindness.
Key points
- Matthew Curzon died at the age of 42 from cancer on Saturday.
- He served as head teacher at St Mary's Church of England Foundation Primary School in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex.
- He worked at the school for 15 years and previously worked at Great Bardfield Primary School.
- Acting head teacher Kara Power paid tribute to his dedication, compassion, and commitment to children's wellbeing.