Meet the Governors
Mr David Bole - Chair of Governors
Date of Appointment: 22/03/2013
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Area(s) of Responsibility: Assessment, Parent Engagement
Record of Attendance in 2016/17: 10/10 (100%)
Statement:
I have been a governor for nearly 10 years and have loved being part of the school's development. I am driven by a vision that our school can be outstanding, providing the best teaching and learning experience and giving our amazing children the best start to their education. My background in forestry helps me to see that investment in our school community delivers on-going and long-term benefits.
Mrs Juliet Brookes - Vice Chair of Governors
Date of Appointment: 14/01/2015
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Area(s) of Responsibility: Vice Chair of Governors, Writing, Monitoring of School Website
Record of Attendance in 2016/17: 9/10 (90%)
Statement:
I feel privileged to be a member of Sturton by Stow Primary School governing body. I work in education as a Research and Development leader. My ambition is that all our children reach their potential, that they experience excellent teaching and learning opportunities, and that there is a strong sense of community with opportunities for parents to engage in many aspects of school life.
Mrs Pamela Jenkins
Date of Appointment: 26/04/2018
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Area(s) of Responsibility: Maths
Record of Attendance in 2016/17: 10/10 (100%)
Statement:
I have lived in the village for the last 10 years and currently have two children at Sturton by Stow Primary School. My background is in finance and management, and I draw on these areas of experience in fulfilling my role as a parent governor. I have a real passion to see that the school performs to the best of it's abilities for all of its pupils.
Mr Jon Cook
Date of Appointment: 14/01/2015
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Area(s) of Responsibility: English, Health and Safety, Buildings
Record of Attendance in 201617: 9/10 (90%)
Statement:
Having been a resident of Sturton by Stow for 15 years, I currently have three children at Sturton by Stow Primary School. Throughout my involvement, I have developed a loyalty and sense of obligation towards the school and I strive for it to continue to inspire and achieve.
My experience of Building Design and Construction helps me to perform my duties as premises governor. Both as a parent and a governor, it is great to be involved in such an amazing school.
Mrs Alison Simmons
Date of Appointment: 01/01/2016
Type of Governor: Ex Officio
Area(s) of Responsibility: Headteacher
Record of Attendance in 2016/17: 10/10 (100%)
Statement:
I have been the Head teacher at Sturton by Stow Primary School since January 2016, having previously been the Head teacher at a very small primary school. I enjoy leading our wonderful school and striving for excellence in everything we do. It is a privilege to work with a dedicated and supportive staff and a governing body who want every child in our school to achieve the very best they can.
Mrs Heather Allmond
Date of Appointment: 24/11/2016
Type of Governor: Parent
Area(s) of Responsibility: Pupil Premium, Safeguarding, SEND
Record of Attendance in 2016/2017: 5/9 (56%)
Statement:
With a daughter in school and two younger children I have a long-term interest in school, hoping to help foster a positive and nurturing environment for everyone. With a background in midwifery I aim to advocate for parents and children, promoting their interests and ensuring they are at the centre of all decisions.
Mr David Hopkins
Date of Appointment: 13/09/2017
Type of Governor:
Area(s) of Responsibility: Maths, Finance
Record of Attendance in 2016/2017: N/A
Statement:
I work locally to Sturton-by-Stow and I am a Chartered Management Accountant, which allows me to draw upon some useful experience to perform my duties as a Governor. I enjoy being able to give something back to the community and to be able to contribute to the school in a positive way.
Mr Philip Hukin
Date of Appointment: 13/09/2017
Type of Governor: Staff
Area(s) of Responsibility: Parent Engagement
Record of Attendance in 2016/2017: N/A
Statement:
I have been a class teacher at Sturton by Stow Primary School since I qualified in 2012. Our school is a wonderful place where children are nurtured, challenged and loved. It is an incredible privilege to be involved in everything that goes on at our school. I love every minute of working with such amazing children, with our fantastic staff team and in this lovely community. Being a governor is a great opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of our school.
Mr Thomas Everington
Date of Appointment: 18/05/2018
Type of Governor: Parent
Area(s) of Responsibility:
Record of Attendance in 2016/2017: N/A
Statement:
