Governors
The governing body has 12 members, all of whom are actively involved in the life of Hatherop Church of England Primary School. Primarily, we have collective responsibility for three key functions:
- Setting the strategic direction and ensuring clarity of vision and ethos.
- Holding the Head Teacher to account for school improvement and education performance.
- Overseeing the finances to ensure money is well-spent
We currently have two committees and a working group that report to the full governing body:
- Curriculum and Self-evaluation (Chair: Michael St Aldwyns)
- Finance & General Purposes with Grounds & Buildings (Chair: Sam Lawson)
- Buildings working group (Chair: Lisa Clayton)
We are committed to providing constructive challenge and support, working with integrity, trust and transparency, participating in appropriate training, and dedicating time and energy to our role. You can find our 2021-22 Annual Governance Statements here:
2022-23 Annual Governance Statement
2021-22 Annual Governance Statement
The governing body as a whole meets quarterly and each committee meets three times a year. Further information on the purposes and delegations of these committees and our other roles and responsibilities are provided below.
You can contact the governing body by sending an email to: chair@hatherop.gloucs.sch.uk.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Governors Roles & Responsibilities March 2022
Full Board and Committee Terms of Reference:
Curriculum & Self Evaluation Committee
Finance & General Purposes Committee
Code of Conduct:
Mrs Milly Bowring
Parent Governor – Chair of Governing Board – term of office 01.04.2020 – 31.03.2024
Appointing body – Parents
I am mother to Maggie who is thriving in Kingfisher, and little Iris who joined Reception in September 2021. We live in Aldsworth. I have a background in education, having worked for the last nine years at the Education Endowment Foundation, the government’s What Works Centre for Education, commissioning evaluations of teaching and learning programmes. I look forward to using some of what I have learnt to support this wonderful, nurturing school and its excellent team.
Register of interests – none declared.
Mr. Edward Wilson.
Co-opted Governor – term of office 29.06.20 – 28.06.24
Appointing body – Governing Board
As a Governor who has interacted with educational systems in a wide range of countries on three continents (Europe, North America and Africa), I hope I can bring a global perspective to the challenges faced by the Hatherop CoE Primary School. Throughout my career in conservation and sustainable development I have placed the highest prioity on building the capacity of individuals to live and work in a way that is environmentally responsible and there is no better place than a primary school to begin to develop an understanding of the importance of the natural world.
Register of interests – none declared
Mrs Taryn Hancock
Head Teacher – term of office began 01.09.20
I was delighted to be appointed Headteacher at Hatherop in September 2020 after teaching at a Primary school in Surrey for 20 years. I have experience of teaching both KS1 and Ks2 and spent many years in EYFS classes. Together with the staff and Governors, we have worked hard to develop our curriculum, so that it is ambitious for all learners. Hatherop C of E Primary School remains a very special school which myself and all the Governors, through our strategic vision, continue to strive to make improvements that will benefit all that attend.
Register of interests – none declared.
Ms. Angie Bray
SEN Governor
Co-opted Governor – term of office 01.03.2020 – 29.02.2024
My partner and I moved to Coln St. Aldwyns 22 years ago. At the time, I was still based during the week in London where I served as a member of the London Assembly and then as the Member of Parliament for Ealing and Acton. I am now enjoying living here in Coln full time and was delighted to be taken on as a school governor for Hatherop Church of England Primary school. I have always been passionate about the importance of excellence in education and was a school governor at an Acton primary school during my time as the local MP. It is therefore a huge pleasure to become a governor at Hatherop Primary School which enjoys such a great reputation.
Mrs Rebecca Balloch
Staff Governor – term of office 01.05.2020 – 30.04.2024
Appointing body – Staff
I have lived in Quenington with my husband and three children since 2012, all three children having attended Hatherop Primary. As such, I have been both parent and teacher at this thriving village school.
I have taught Skylark Class (Reception/Year 1) since January 2017, having previously taught in Oxfordshire. It is a privilege to work with the younger learners in our school community.
I look forward to working alongside fellow governors and our Headteacher to support our school’s vision and values.
Register of interests – none
Mr. Sam Lawson
Parent Governor – term of office 21.10.2021 – 20.10.2025
Appointing body – Parents
I am a previous alumnus of the school which my two children Bea and Henry now attend. Apart from some time in New York and London I have spent most of my life based locally. My professional background is in starting and scaling businesses and I am delighted to be a parent governor of the school.
Register of interests – none declared.
Mr. Michael Birnie
Co-opted Governor – Vice Chair od Governing Board – term of office 22.11.2021 – 23.11.2025
Appointing body – Governing Board
Having lived in the area for a number of years, we were very pleased that our daughter Emma was able to join Hatherop Primary school in 2020, and we hope our youngest daughter will be able to do the same, when she reaches school age. My professional background is in rural property, land management and strategy and I currently work for locally based, national education charity, the Ernest Cook Trust, which has long-standing links with the school. I have been inspired by the hard work of the team at the School leaving me with a desire to support the School’s long-term future and the fantastic work being done. I’m very grateful for the opportunity.
Register of interests – none declared.
Mr. Michael St Aldwyn
LA Governor – term of office 26.01.2022 – 25.01.2026
Appointing body – County Council
Register of interests – none declared.
Mr. Ben Platts
Parent Governor – term of office 02.03.2022 – 01.03.2026
Appointing body – Parents
My 3 children, Albert, George and Florence are very happy pupils at Hatherop Primary School. We live nearby in Southrop and have lived in the area since 2017. I’m delighted to work with the teachers and governors to help our lovely school.
My professional background is in Insurance and Technology.
I’m a keen sports enthusiast and U9s Football Coach locally.
Register of interests – none declared.
Mrs Clare Brignall
Foundation Governor – term of office 01.06.2022 – 31.05.2026
Appointing body – Diocese of Gloucester
Register of interests – none declared
Mrs Lucy Duff
Parent Governor – term of office 01.09.2023 – 31.08.2027
Appointing body – Parents
Register of interests – none declared
I am mother to Zoe who is already at Hatherop and Holly who will join the school in September 2024. We live in Quenington, and I have lived in this beautiful area most of my life. My professional background is in Telecommunications, and I have worked for Vodafone for over 10 years.
I am delighted to have the opportunity to become involved in supporting the school. I will do my best to ensure the school flourishes and that its pupils are set up for success as they progress on their educational journeys.
Mrs Annabelle Barton
Foundation Governor – term of office 01.09.2023 – 31.08.2027
Appointing body – Local Authority
After moving to Quenington in June 2021, I’m pleased to be joining the governing body as a foundation governor this autumn. When my children were growing up in Surrey and Hertfordshire, I served on PTAs, fundraising committees, community organisations and as chair of a Luton, Bedfordshire primary school. Additionally, I hope that my many years of teaching EFL & ESOL English will be useful. Thank you for this opportunity to contribute to the education of a future generation!
Register of interests – none declared
Mrs. Nadine Scaysbrook.
Clerk to the Governors
Previous Governors:
Mrs Lisa Clayton – Parent Governor – retired from post August 2023
Mrs Jackie Cullum – Foundation Governor – retired from post August 2023
Mr Mike Francis – LA Governor – retired from post Dec 2021
Mrs Louise Cowan – Parent Governor – retired from post Oct 2021
Mrs Ginette Chalmers – Co-opted Governor – retired from post Sept 2020
Mrs Lauren Nolan – Staff Governor – resigned April 2020
Mr Andrew Hartley – Parent Governor – retired from post March 2020
Mrs Kate Roberts – Parent Governor – retired from post March 2020
Rev. John Partington – Foundation Governor – retired from post September 2019
Mrs Verity Gardiner – Co-opted Governor – retired from post July 2019
For details of Governor attendance at meetings, please see the attached documents.
Governor attendance: