Mrs J Chambers

Headteacher

Tel: 0151 832 5360

E-mail: head@willastonce.cheshire.sch.uk

Term of office - from 01.09.06. -
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Employed at the school

It has been a privilege to be Headteacher at Willaston CE Primary School since 2006. Working every day with engaging children, dedicated, passionate and hard working professionals and a team of committed and talented Governors is incredibly rewarding. I have spent my career in the teaching profession working in four different schools predominantly in school leadership. I believe that every child deserves the very best education we can provide. Every area of the curriculum is important and it is our responsibility to encourage every child to be the best they can be. It is a pleasure to lead Willaston's great team.

Awaiting New Appointment

Ex-Officio Foundation Governor

Term of office - from
Area of Responsibility - Church Schools Governor
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments -

Mr J Hilditch

Parent/Chair of Governors

E-mail: chairofgovernors@willastonce.cheshire.sch.uk

Term of office - 05.12.17.-04.12.21.
Area of Responsibility - Chair Of Governors/Standards
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Deputy Head at Archers Brook

I have been a Parent Governor, Vice Chair of Governors, then Chair of Governors, and will serve my time with commitment, enthusiasm and honesty. I will support the school in continuing to move forward with challenge and rigour to ensure it delivers the best quality education to our children. I have been a member of the community all my life and my children attended the school. The school plays a pivotal role in bringing us all together and Parental involvement is crucial, I hope to be a line of communication.

Mr G M Ridgway

Co-opted Governor

Term of office - 16.10.17.-16.10.21.
Area of Responsibility - Finance
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - None

I have lived in the village since 1986 and both my children were pupils at the school. I was a Parent Governor at the time and, until recently, I have been involved as (temporary!) auditor of the school fund for almost 20 years. I am a Chartered Accountant by profession.
I am keen to ensure that the available financial resources are put to their best use to ensure that education provided by the school continues to be of the highest standard.

Miss E Chapman

Teacher / Staff Governor / SENDCO (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities coordinator)

Tel: 0151 832 5360

E-mail: echapman@willastonce.cheshire.sch.uk

Term of office - 02.09.16.-04.10.24.
Area of Responsibility - SENDCO & Teacher Representative
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Employed at the school

I have been SENDCO since 2006 supporting children and their families through the primary school journey. I have achieved a postgraduate certificate from Edge Hill University for the National Award in SEN Co-ordination, and am interested in further developing my knowledge as a school governor. On a personal note, I am keen to support the community side of the governing body as my grandparents moved to the village from Essex in 1947 to start a local family business, and my father is an ex-pupil of the school.

Mrs A Mitchell

Foundation Governor

Term of office - 07.01.19.-06.01.23.
Area of Responsibility - SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) and Early Years
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - None

I feel privileged to have lived in the Village since 2012 with my husband, Mark and two ‘moderately’ independent sons. Having been brought up in a farming community in Yorkshire, I have always had a passion for village life and playing a small part in the village community. I joined the Reading Ranger team in 2017 and I am passionate about helping children to read. I have been involved with our family business for over thirty years and hope to bring some of my commercial and personnel skills to the Board of Governors.

Mrs J Collins

Local Authority Governor

Term of office - 19.11.17.-18.11.21.
Area of Responsibility - Safeguarding and Training
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - None

I am delighted to have taken over the role of Local Authority Governor from my husband Martin continuing our family’s long association with the School spanning four generations. As a parent I was Chair of the PTA and a regular classroom helper before going back to college to retrain as a primary school teacher. Now, thirty years later and the proud grandma of two little boys, (one is already a pupil here and the other will be soon). I am thrilled to be taking an active role in the future of this inspirational school.

Mr R Howe

Parent Governor

Term of office - 02.10.18.-01.10.22.
Area of Responsibility - Health and Safety
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - None

I have lived in Willaston for over 20 years and my child attends the school. I am looking forward to working with the teaching staff and governors in order to continue the school’s progression, with the aim of providing a first class education for all children who attend and a solid learning foundation for the rest of their lives.
I’m hoping that my skills and training gained with work will complement the expertise of the board of governors and that I will be able to assist the staff to continue to provide a safe and fun environment for all children to learn in.

Mrs R McElroy

Foundation Governor and Vice Chair of Governors

Term of office - 07.01.19.-06.01.23.
Area of Responsibility - Church, Community and Vice Chair of Governors
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - None

I first lived in Willaston in 1982, and returned in 2004 with my two daughters. I was employed as a Teaching Assistant and trained to teach at my daughters primary school. After moving back to Willaston, my daughter attended this school. Unfortunately, life took me away from my educational career, as I started a business with my husband. I am excited to be a Foundation Governor and am fully committed to helping and supporting the school in its provision of an excellent all-round education for every pupil.

Mrs Z Taylor

Co-opted Governor

Tel: 0151 832 5361

E-mail: admin@willastonce.cheshire.sch.uk

Term of office - 18.03.2019.-17.03.2023.
Area of Responsibility - Business Manager/Finance
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - None

I have worked for the school since 2011 and took on the role of School Business Manager in 2017. My role and experience provides me with a sound knowledge of how the school operates being able to advise on the day to day running of the school. I oversee the management of the school office and premises staff. As School Business Manager I plan and present the school budget to ensure retention of staff and the provision of resources for learning throughout the school. This is monitored throughout the year and presented to the Finance Committee and Full Governing Body.

Mr G Graham

Co-opted Governor

Tel: 0151 832 5360

E-mail: deputy@willastonce.cheshire.sch.uk

Term of office - 18.03.2019.-17.03.2023.
Area of Responsibility - Deputy Headteacher / Curriculum
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments-None

I have the privilege of being Deputy Headteacher at Willaston CE Primary. Prior to this, I was a Deputy Headteacher in my previous setting for five years, and, in total I have worked in the Education Sector for the past sixteen years. I thoroughly enjoy my role within school and am passionate about providing exciting and inspiring experiences to every child so that they have the opportunity to reach their full potential in all areas of the curriculum.

Mr R Hinds

Co-opted Governor

Term of office - 12.10.2020.-11.10.2024.
Area of Responsibility - Curriculum
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - tba

I am a retired professional footballer who left the sport in 2015. Since then, I studied Law and qualified as a teacher. I have been teaching for five years in the primary sector, specialising in PE and Maths. I have two daughters who attend Willaston C of E Primary School. I have a passion for sport and education. I know my future will always involve working with children and helping them achieve their full potential. This is one of the main reasons why I am a Governor as I strongly believe I can help support the school in achieving its vision for the future.