Meet the Governors

Welcome to our Governors’ section.

The Governing Body The Governing Body of Trowell C of E Primary School is a combination of appointed and elected members. The foundation governors are appointed by the local church and the Board of Education to preserve and develop the religious character of the school. They represent the interests of the church, foundation or other organisations connected with the school and should include parents. The Governing Body is an integral part of the school leadership team and is responsible for; Setting the Christian ethos of the school Developing the school improvement plan Making decisions about expenditure of the school budget Challenging and holding the Headteacher to account They also monitor the implementation of the policies developed in consultation with the school leadership team Sometimes the governing body is referred to as the critical friend. It has a strategic role: governors are not involved in the day to day running of the school.


	Dan Goddard - I have been headteacher of Trowell C of E Primary School since September 2015. Prior to becoming head teacher I was deputy head in another local primary church school. As headteacher I sit on both governor committees and have a specific link with governors to: pupil achievement, teaching and learning, leadership and management and behaviour and safety. I currently live in Bramcote with my wife and two children. Outside of school I enjoy spending time with my family as well as being involved at Beeston Free Church. Being headteacher of Trowell C of E Primary is a real privilege. My wish for the pupils, parents and governors of the school is that we continue to provide a high quality education for all pupils using our Christian values to develop children both personally and academically. My hope is that we can provide them with a memorable experience that they will look back on years to come with great fondness. Type of Governor: Staff Headteacher Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Committee Membership: F&GP and P&P Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interests: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Richard Kerry - Chair of Governors I am a finance manager at Rolls-Royce where I have held numerous different roles which will bring good experience to in particular the Finance & General Purposes sub-Committee. Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Start 06.07.2022 Finish 05.07.2026 Committee Membership - F and GP Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interests: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Diane Mason - I was appointed as a Local Authority Governor in Feb 2016. I have worked in education for 30 years as a Mathematics teacher in a Further Education College in Nottingham and lived in Trowell during that time. I sit on the Finance and General Purposes sub Committee and I am the link governor for Maths. Type of Governor: Local Authority Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Start 03.02.2024 Finish 02.02.2028 Committee Membership - F and GP Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interests: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Martin Stovin - Co-opted Governor I was appointed in March 2019 as a Co-opted Governor. I have lived in the Stapleford and Trowell area since 1963 and I worked as an Administrator in various roles. I sit on the Finance and General Purposes Sub Committee and am the Link Governor for EYFS. Type of Governor: Co-opted Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Start 12.3.2023 Finish 11.3.2027 Committee Membership: F & GP Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Ishwinder Kaur - Parent Governor I have lived in Trowell for over ten years. I am a mother of two daughters. My youngest daughter is in Year 5 at Trowell C of E. I work as a part-time lecturer at Nottingham Trent University in Biosciences and leading projects for developing resilience in students with benchmarks of achievement, engagement and learning Outcomes. Prior to my role at NTU, I worked in Boots as a skincare scientist and then took a career break for 3 years. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and always learning to improve my and my family’s health and well-being. Type of Governor: Parent elected Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Start 20.09.2022 Finish 19.09.2026 Committee Membership: PPSD Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Julie Travell - Staff Governor I began my career as an Occupational Therapist working in adult psychiatry. I have early years professional status and spent 15 years working in early education. I am currently employed at Trowell School delivering Play Therapy. I am passionate about children gaining tools for life through education; and that every child has an opportunity to reach their potential in all areas of personal development. I enjoy spending time with family (I am mum to 3 adult boys who were once pupils at Trowell School), being outdoors, walking, cycling and swimming. I volunteer doing children’s work in a city church and have the privilege to be alongside children/families in a context outside of school; this experience gives me a little insight into some of the challenges we face today. Type of Governor: Staff elected Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Start 31.10.2022 Finish 30.10.2026 Committee Membership: PPSD Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Karen Hanford - Foundation Governor I am the Vicar of Trowell, Awsworth and Cossall and am pleased to be able to serve as a member of the Governing Body. Prior to ordination, I worked as a Probation Officer, principally with the Nottingham City Youth Offending Team. Before my current post, I was Associate Minister in Stapleford and enjoyed building on the close relationship between the Church and St John's C of E School. In my spare time, I enjoy hill walking with my family, especially in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Type of Governor: Foundation elected Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Ex Officio role Start 01.07.2023 Committee Membership: PPSD Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Karen Morley - Foundation Governor I attended Trowell School from when I was 8 years old when we moved to live in Trowell. My 2 children attended Trowell School and now my 2 grandchildren attend in years 2 and 4. I have worked with preschool children (2 to 4 years old) for over 30 years and have owned the preschool since 1997, so I have experience of education and also running my own business, which will help in my role as a governor. I have run voluntary youth groups connected to St Helens church for children aged 8 to 14 years. Appointed by: The Full Governing Body Term of Office: Start 22.05.2024 Committee Membership: TBC Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None

	May Sunday - Parent Governor I am honoured to serve as a Parent Governor. I am a Project Manager by profession and have over a decade of experience in implementing transformational change and Quality Improvement Projects within the NHS and local Councils. I am a parent of two lovely children who attend Trowell C of E Primary school. My aim is to work closely with all stakeholders to achieve the goals and objectives set out and to make improvements along the way. I love nothing more than for all children to have access to quality education and uncover their hidden gems through this precious path. Appointed by: Parent elected Term of Office: Start 17.09.2024 Committee Membership: TBC Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None

	Sarah Birkin - Parent Governor I am a paediatric Occupational Therapist and sensory integration practitioner currently working within special needs schools across Derbyshire. I am a passionate advocate for children with special education needs and how they can best be supported within mainstream settings. I am a mother to 3 children in Trowell School in Years 2 and 4. Appointed by: Parent elected Term of Office: Start 17.09.2024 Committee Membership: TBC Register of Governor (Business and Pecuniary) Interest: None Relationships with school staff: None