Our Governors are a group of dedicated people who help with the monitoring and development of the school. We take into account our members strengths when deciding sub committees. The Chair of Governors is Mrs Sarah Bowes.

Walkeringham Primary School has a current Governor constitution of:

5 Co-opted Governors

2 Parent Governors

1 Staff Governor

1 Headteacher Governor

The Governing body is made up of  two committees:

1. The Curriculum and Pastoral (C & P)

2. The Resources Committee 

We currently have two Governor vacancies.

Please be advised that copies of sub-committee Governors minutes and financial information are available to parents/carers if they wish to view them.

Sarah Bowes 

I am Sarah Bowes and I am Chair of Governors,  I have been a governor for Walkeringham for 10 years. I started as a parent governor when my daughter was in Walkeringham School. I work for a large bank and after several years working through the roles in the branch I moved to work for the Fraud department. I am involved in my working role as support for anyone needing union representation and also I am an advocate for Mental Health Support. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a Governor and I enjoyed it so much, a few years ago I also started as a Governor for another local school.

I enjoy learning what is going on in the school and learning about the education of pupils and how the school keeps them safe.

Pat Hooton 

I am married and have two grown up sons and three Grandchildren, plus 2 large dogs and 2 cats!    I have worked for many years in the National Health Service (NHS), before retiring from my post of Director of Nursing and Operational Services at The Royal Liverpool Children’s NHS Trust (Alder Hey).  During my career I was committed to the personal development of not only myself, but also my staff.  I studied at Manchester University, as a post graduate student and obtained a Master of Science Degree in Management Sciences.

I was born in Retford, but lived in Lancashire before moving to Walkeringham, just over 15 years ago.  Being a passionate supporter of rural schools and the provision of the best appropriate education for all children, I volunteered to be a School Governor at Walkeringham Primary School.  Community life is very important to me, so as a Parish Councillor, I act as the School’s liaison link with the Parish Council.  My other interests include protecting the environment, encouraging and protecting wildlife.

Gareth Thomas 

I am originally from Ranskill and moved to Walkeringham in 2003.  I live with his wife Heather and our son James.  Most of  my working career was spent within in the field of “Supply chain logistics and Production planning”, firstly for the largest independently owned packaging company in Europe and then for Tarmac where I planned the production of asphalt in the North Midlands, North West and North Wales.  I was a Venture Scout and Explorer Scout Leader in Ranskill for over 20 years and helped to organise many camps and events for the members, including a once in a lifetime trip for over 100 young people to Sweden.

Unfortunately I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2010 just a month after James was born.   A gradual deterioration in my condition meant that I had to give up Scouting in 2011 and then full time work at the end of 2013.  I am still able to do some voluntary work for the Bassetlaw Action Centre, work for the Elizabethan Academy in Retford (my old school) doing exam invigilation for GCSE students and also help the Head Coach at Gainsborough Dolphins Swimming Club with open gala entry’s.

During a parent consultation meeting with the now retired former Head teacher I challenged her on a number of topics particularly with regard to resource management and as a result was challenged to become a Governor.  This was back in the summer of 2018 and never one to turn down a challenge I was appointed as a co-opted Governor in November of that year.  Currently I sit on the Resources Committee and am the Governor with responsibility for Health & Safety and Maths, I also sit on the JCC.

Gemma Goodall

My Name is Gemma Goodall, Im from Gainsborough, Lincolnshire where I live with my Fiancé and two children. I grew up in the town and I now work at the local Infant and Nursery school where I started my education. I’ve worked in a school environment all my working life, I’m a fully qualified school Business Manager with Accountancy qualifications along with Health & Safety training and Knowledge.  I have worked under both Local Authority and Academy Trusts.   

I wanted to become a governor at Walkeringham to expand my knowledge and support another local school in areas which I’m familiar with.   

I came to join Walkeringham Governing Body in November 2018 and have enjoyed my time so far

Mandy Keating 

I have over thirty years combined experience of working as a Freelance Visual Artist, Arts Educator, Director of an arts organisation, Graphic Designer, Bookbinder and working in the creative industry overall. I have become adept at: teaching creative skills; making art; project managing and delivering arts; working in community arts settings; organising arts events and exhibitions; supporting artists with practical help, such as funding bids, taxes, setting up as a freelancer, how to write proposals; mentoring graduating artists; commissioning creatives such as Visual Artists, Designers, Sculptors, Illustrators, Writers and Poets, Musicians, Film Makers to lead workshops, community projects or take part in events; budgets, reporting and evaluation; public speaking; exhibition curatorials.

I am an older Mum of twins, who were a long time coming and are much cherished. Therefore their education, health and wellbeing is important to me. As a Governor I am in a privileged position to be able to contribute to and support the overall effectiveness of Walkeringham Primary School as an education provider.

Lloren Goodall

I'm Lloren Goodall and I grew up in Walkeringham and lived on West Moor Road until 2006, I then moved to the neighbouring village with my husband.  We now have 2 children both of which attend Walkeringham Primary.  

I work in account within the education sector and work at the National Horseracing College where I have been just over 4 years, prior to this I worked within the manufacturing industry where I also worked in senior.

I have a passion for Walkeringham Primary and I always strive to help, promoted and work with the school to be the very best it can be.  There was an opportunity to become a parent governor and I was voted in by fellow parents at the school. I'm on a learning journey whilst being a Governor and I hope I bring knowledge, a parents prospective and a friendly face. I’ve been a governor now since December 2019 so we’ve had some challenges so far on this journey and I sit on the C and P Governing Body.

Claire Kearns - Awaiting Details

Please find listed below Governor Committees and meeting attendance. A = Attended X = Absent N/A = Not Applicable

 C & P

Resources

Full Governors