Meet the Governors

Ex Officio by virtue of Office as Head of School
Term 10/09/2024-09/09/2028

The reason why I wanted to take on a governor role was to not only learn more about how these vital mechanisms work within our school system, but also to share my expertise in various areas of the curriculum. Currently, I am subject lead in Physical Education, RSE, Mental Health & Well-being and Forest schools. I am also one of the schools Designated Safeguard Lead and trainee SENCO. What’s more, working ‘on the front line’ and training for my SENCO role has enabled me to look from a governor’s perspective with my ‘pastoral’ head on. I am also an active learner, who thrives in a challenge, so feel I would definitely become an asset to our governing body.

Term 10/09/2024-09/09/2028

My daughter currently attends Elveden Academy and enjoys the opportunities provided by the school and has benefited from the care and expertise of the experienced and dedicated staff.
I am the Business and Development Manager of Podiatry Firm and have experience of HR, finance and policy making.
I take great pleasure in supporting the school by helping out two afternoons per week and also by attending the Forest School sessions.
I have a background in Primary School Education and hope I can help to maintain the high educational standards at Elveden Academy both now and in the future.

Term 10/09/2024-09/09/2028

I am delighted to become a Governor at Elveden Academy. During my research into children’s spirituality and well- being I worked with children from Elveden and was impressed by their openness, compassion and inquisitive nature. I am pleased to return to the school and become part of the community.
My early career began in medical social work working in a rehabilitation centre with adults and young people which led me to develop a deeper understanding of the potential of those with Special Needs.
Much of my background has been in primary education within church schools as a religions specialist, also as head of religious education in secondary schools. I was the education officer at the Julian Shrine and continue to assist with schools at the Walsingham Shrine.
As a licensed Elder in the Church of England I am privileged to work in the parishes of Elveden, Santon Downham and Lakenheath.
I have two daughters and grandchildren of pre-school and Reception age.

Term: 10/09/2024-09/09/2024

It's an honour to become a governor at Elveden Church of England Primary academy as this will allow me to contribute further to my local community and support the school in providing the best possible experiences and education for students. This is so important in helping young people to flourish and develop lifelong skills.

My background is in the health sector, particularly mental health and wellbeing and I hope to bring many transferable skills across to the role of governor. I am a busy mum of two and currently work as a psychotherapist. We have a dog, cats and chickens at home, and we enjoy living near the forest, with all the lovely walks on offer.

Term: 10/09/2024-09/09/2028

I am so delighted to be a Governor at Elveden. I have been lucky enough to volunteer at the school a number of times over the years. Elveden is everything I wish I had growing up.
I work in the Sustainability industry and am a keen climate activist. I hope that during my time as a Governor I can advise on how Elveden can adapt and grow sustainably and encourage environmental consciousness in its staff and students.
Term: 23/10/2024-22/10/2028

My professional background has always been in education. For many years I lectured on Health, Exercise and Science BTEC and Degree Programmes. I have been very fortunate and have had research published and worked with the NHS and private organisations within the role of exercise medicine including in an instructor capacity, training the trainer, quality assurance and/or consultancy basis.

In recent years I moved from movement therapy to mind therapy and I currently work in private practice as a Psychotherapist and have more flexibility with my time and hence willing to support and give back to the school community.

My son left Elveden for High School in 2016 and I am back guiding my daughter through her school career. Part of my interest to be a school governor is over the years I have witnessed what makes Elveden so special, I truly believe a child’s school experience gives them a solid foundation to achieve and believe in who they are and what they can be.

Term: 10/09/2024-09/09/2028

Term: 10/09/2024-09/09/28

Term 23/10/2024-22/10/2028