Woodcote Primary SchoolMeet the Governors
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Our governors are a dedicated group of people who volunteer their time to improve and support Woodcote Primary School; they are our ‘critical friends’ in helping us to develop further. As part of their role, the governors often visit the school during the school day. The visits often have a particular focus and we have a Governor Visits book situated in the reception area where you are able to read their comments.
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Stephen Parker - Chair of Governors, Local Authority Governor
Co-opted Governor (previously referred to as Community Governor)
I have been a governor at Woodcote for more than 25 years now. I started as a parent governor when my children attended the school and now, I have a Grandchild being educated here.
I am a retired structural draughtsman with interests in wildlife, science & sustainable lifestyles.
I find my work as governor very rewarding. It pleases me to see the children develop their academic & life skills with more confidence than I had as a child.
Term of Office: 10th October 2020 – 9th October 2024.
Committees: Premises / Health & Safety, Finance & Personnel, Pay Committee, Headteacher Performance Management.
Other Duties: Governor Training, Science, Physical Education, Religious Education, School Development Plan reports
Register of interests:
1. Relevant business interests: None
2. Other educational establishments of which I am a governor: None
3. Any relationships between members of the staff at the school, including spouse, partner or relative: None
Suzanne Jones - Headteacher Governor
Headteacher Governor
When I joined the school in 2012, I became part of the governing body and over the years we have been on a journey of development. Our governors are a really important part of our school, being a 'critical friend', giving supportive challenge and enabling us to continue to move forwards and develop. Education is a journey and we are supported on that journey by the experience and strength of our governing body.
Committees: Premises / Health & Safety, Finance & Personnel, Curriculum, Clerk’s Performance Management
Other Duties: School Development Plan reports
Register of interests:
1. Relevant business interests: None
2. Other educational establishments of which I am a governor: None
3. Any relationships between members of the staff at the school, including spouse, partner or relative: None
Tim Massingham - Staff Governor
Co-opted Governor
I initially started helping out at Woodcote, volunteering to coach the football club. I then took the opportunity to became a Parent Governor in 2015. Last year I became more involved in the Forest School and decided to train as a Forest School Practitioner (FSP). I am now working full time in the school as a FSP and I'm currently based in Cherry Blossom House support the children with their social, emotional and mental health through Forest School education.
Term of Office: 19th November 2021 – 18th November 2025
Committees: Curriculum
Other Duties: Special Educational Needs, Public Relations
Register of interests:
1. Relevant business interests: None
2. Other educational establishments of which I am a governor: None
3. Any relationships between members of the staff at the school, including spouse, partner or relative: Mrs N. Massingham, Mrs K. Massingham
Vacancy - Co-opted Governor
Co-opted Governor
Javier Navamuel - Co-opted Governor, Vice Chair
Co-opted Governor
I moved to England three years ago from Spain; I fell in love with the Midlands and the National Forest. I am an Industrial Engineer with more than 20 years' worldwide experience in manufacturing business. I enjoy being dedicated to my family and am pleased to be given the opportunity to support the community of Woodcote.
Term of Office: 23rd January 2023 - 22nd January 2027
Committees: Premises / Health & Safety, Finance & Personnel, Curriculum, Head Teacher Performance Management
Other Duties:
Register of Interests:
1. Relevant business interests: None
2. Other educational establishments of which I am a governor: None
3. Any relationships between members of the staff at the school, including spouse, partner or relative: None
Claire Coates - Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Term of Office: 13th November 2023 - 12th November 2027
Committees:
Other Duties:
Register of Interests:
1. Relevant business interests: None
2. Other educational establishments of which I am a governor: None
3. Any relationships between members of the staff at the school, including spouse, partner or relative: None
Dave Robson - Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Term of Office: 8th February 2022 - 7th February 2026
Committees:
Other Duties:
Register of Interests:
1. Relevant business interests: None
2. Other educational establishments of which I am a governor: None
3. Any relationships between members of the staff at the school, including spouse, partner or relative: None
Vacancy - Parent Governor
Parent Governor
