Governors

I am delighted to be a staff governor at Holy Family School. As a practising catholic it is a privilege to teach and be a governor here, serving our diverse community within Small Heath.

I am passionate about education and supporting each child on their learning journey; opening the opportunities for them to learn, develop and have fun through developing a broad and balanced curriculum. As English lead I am keen to develop reading and writing for every child in school so they can access every aspect of our curriculum.

Holy Family School is a place where all children and families are valued and are supported by a dedicated team who always put the children first, making a difference every day. I look forward to working with our Headteacher, governors and staff to ensure the best for every child.

I possess over two decades of financial services experience ranging from personal, private and business banking. I’ve also undertaken voluntary roles in the third sector including chairperson and treasurer.

In my current role I’m the lead for health and well-being. I’m passionate about UNICEF’s ‘every child matters’ policy. I strongly believe the role that school and parents play in supporting children through their learning journey is vital. I act as a mentor for The School of Social Entrepreneurs, as a result I have experience of working and forming relationships with young people.

My children have been pupils at Holy Family School for a number of years and I’m extremely satisfied with their school experience. I feel honoured and privileged to be a part of the school’s governing body.

I became Staff Governor at Holy Family in April 2016; an honour and a delight to serve our school community.

I am part of a dedicated team at Holy Family School. I have enjoyed fulfilling roles at every phase taught in school since becoming a newly qualified teacher in 1993. Becoming a member of the governing body has added a new dimension to my role as Deputy Headteacher and created further opportunities to make a difference to our childrens’ education. I enjoy and thrive on the challenge that comes with every aspect of school life and I am passionate about high quality education and each and every child reaching their full potential.

There is nothing more rewarding than children who are buzzing about learning and being the best that they can be; fully engaged in their education and spiritual learning. Being part of a team that is a catalyst for this is the best job in the world!

We celebrate cultural diversity at Holy Family School with a common sense of purpose for the faith life and ethos of the school. As a teacher and governor, I feel that we contribute to the spiritual development of children and staff that reinforces our school‘s mission statement.

Our hard working staff, Holy Family Church, our local community and our sister school work hard to integrate as a family, developing socially responsible and caring individuals who, in time, look back on their primary school years with fondness, pride and respect. Pupils are keen to revisit the school and update us with their achievements in life and learn about the new goings on in Holy Family.