Mr R Hinds

Chair of Governors / Co-opted Governor

Term of office - 12.10.2020.-14.10.2028.
Area of Responsibility - Curriculum
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Birkenhead High School Academy Teacher

I am a former professional footballer, having retired from the sport in 2015. Following my retirement, I pursued a degree in law before qualifying as a teacher. I am now proud to serve as a Deputy Headteacher at an academy that supports children aged 3 to 19.

My own children attended Willaston Church of England Primary School, and I have always recognised it as a truly special place—warm, welcoming, and committed to every child’s development. I chose to become a governor because I am passionate about ensuring that all children have access to a nurturing, engaging, and high-quality education. I believe in the power of strong, values-led leadership, and I’m proud to support the school’s ongoing growth and success.

Mr J Hilditch

Vice Chair of Governors (Joint) - Co-Opted Governor

Term of office - 14.12.17.-13.12.25.
Area of Responsibility - Vice 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 Ridgway

Local Authority Governor

Term of office - 15.10.17.-06.11.29.
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.

Mrs A Mitchell

Vice Chair of Governors (Joint) - Foundation Governor

Term of office - 23.03.23.-22.03.27.
Area of Responsibility - SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities)
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 C Smith

Foundation Governor

Term of office - from 10.12.2021. - 09.12.2025.
Area of Responsibility - Church Schools Governor
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - none

I am a retired Primary School Teacher, with over 30 years teaching experience. I am a musician, specialising in voice, choirs and piano, mainly through schools and in my local church. I have always been passionate about encouraging positive self esteem in all children, and believe that music and self esteem are inextricably linked. I hope to be able to encourage our already strong links with Christchurch, and to support the school in prayer and through my Christian faith, music and teaching experience.

Mrs J Williams

Co-opted Governor

Term of office - from 13.05.24 – 12.05.28.
Area of Responsibility - Co-opted Governor / EYFS
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Hilbre High School Governor

I have been a Governor for a number of years in other schools. I had a long career in Local Government managing front line services. I believe my knowledge and experience are really transferable to the role of Governor at Willaston. I recently moved to the Village and I really like the feeling of community and belonging. I immediately wanted to be part of Willaston School, so I became a Reading Ranger and feel I have gained great insight into the school. Working as a Governor is the next step for me to support the school in every way I can using all my experience and skills to support this.

Mr G Graham

Headteacher / Co-opted Governor

Tel: 0151 832 5360

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

Term of office - 18.03.2023.-17.03.2027.
Area of Responsibility - Headteacher / Curriculum
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments-None

I had the privilege of being Deputy Headteacher at Willaston CE Primary before I was appointed to the role of Headteacher. Prior to this, I was a Deputy Headteacher in my previous setting for five years, and, I have worked in the Education Sector for many 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.

Mrs B Lamb

Deputy Headteacher / Associate Governor

Term of office - 08.11.24. - 07.11.28.
Area of Responsibility - Deputy Head
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Employed at the school

I have the privilege of being the Deputy Headteacher at Willaston CE Primary. I have worked at the school since 2016 and took on the role of Deputy Headteacher in 2024. Prior to this I worked at my previous school for eleven years, working in education for many years. I thoroughly enjoy working at Willaston and am proud to be a part of our school family, I am passionate about my work in the early years, striving to give our children the best start to their education. I believe a partnership with parents is of great importance and work hard to build trusting relationships with the families in our school.

Miss E Chapman

Teacher / Staff Governor / SENCO (Special Educational Needs coordinator)

Tel: 0151 832 5360

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

Term of office - 03.10.16. - 02.10.27.
Area of Responsibility - SENCO & Teacher Representative
Pecuniary Interest and other Governor appointments - Employed at the school

I have been a qualified SENCO since 2016 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.