Meet the Governors
Mrs Juliet Brookes - Chair of Governors
Date of Appointment: 14/01/2015
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Area(s) of Responsibility: Chair of Governors, Curriculum
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: 9/10
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: Reading and Writing
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: 9/10
Statement:
I have lived in the area for the last 12 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 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 - Vice Chair of Governors
Date of Appointment: 14/01/2015
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Area(s) of Responsibility: Vice Chair of Governors, Maths, Food and Hygiene
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: 8/10
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 2018/19: 10/10
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 2018/19: 6/10
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 Thomas Everington
Date of Appointment: 18/05/2018
Type of Governor: Parent
Area(s) of Responsibility: Health & Safety, Premises, Curriculum (shadowing)
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: 9/10
Statement:
As a former pupil, a life time resident of Sturton-By-Stow, and now a parent of a child at the school, I am proud to call this my school. It’s great to be involved with the school and part of the governing body tasked with creating a fun, safe and engaging environment for the children to enjoy their school life. In my role as governor I try to call on my experience from my career in structural engineering as well as looking at all the possible for developing my skills and experience further.
Mrs Tracey Desforges
Date of Appointment: 02/2019
Type of Governor: Staff
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: 5/5
Statement:
I have worked as a teacher at Sturton by Stow Primary School for over 10 years now and have been part of the senior leadership team, as assistant head, for around 5 years. I love working at Sturton and feel very privileged to teach here. I enjoy being part of a supportive governing body, helping to ensure the staff views are represented and working as part of a team aiming to make Sturton the best it can be for the children in our community.
Mrs Cate Medcalf
Date of Appointment: 09/2019
Type of Governor: Co-opted
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: N/A
Statement:
As a resident in the local area, I am delighted to be able to be part of such a wonderful school by serving on its Governor body. My background is in education as secondary science specialist; which will help me in fulfilling my role. I am passionate that all students are known as individuals, and receive the best possible opportunities to help them engage with, and develop a love of, learning.
Mr Arran Fullwood
Date of Appointment: 09/2019
Type of Governor: Local Authority
Record of Attendance in 2018/19: N/A
Statement:
