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.

Mrs Camilla Ford
Parent Governor – term of office 21.10.2025 – 20.10.2029 Safeguarding Link Governor

Appointing body – Parents

As someone who grew up in Hatherop, I have a long held an admiration for the school and now feel very lucky that my children are pupils here.
I am a Researcher at a London-based consumer venture capital fund.
It is a privilege to be on the Governing Body and I hope to contribute to the school’s values, ethos and continued success.

Register of interests – none declared.

Mr. Michael Birnie
Co-opted Governor – Co-Vice-Chair of Governing Board – term of office 22.11.2021 – 23.11.2029

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 – Chair of Governing Board -term of office 26.01.2022 – 25.01.2030

Appointing body – County Council

Register of interests – none declared.

Mr Sebastian Powell
Parent Governor – term of office 11.03.2026 – 10.03.2026

Appointing body – Parents

I am delighted to have been voted onto the Governing Board by fellow parents at Hatherop. Since joining in 2026, I have enjoyed giving my time and commitment to being active as a positive parent governor, supporting the school, staff, governors and local community. Professionally, I began my career at Deloitte and enjoyed a career in professional services and services to private equity in the UK and China, before establishing several successful businesses.

Register of interests – none declared.

Revd Jackie Colburn

Foundation Governor – term of office 01.09.2025

Appointing body – Diocese of Gloucester

Mrs Lucy Duff

Parent Governor – Co-Vice-Chair of Governing Board term of office 01.09.2023 – 31.08.2027

Appointing body – Parents

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.

Register of interests – none declared.

Mrs Annabelle Barton

Foundation Governor – term of office 01.09.2023 – 31.08.2027

Appointing body – Local Authority

SEN Governor

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

Mr Doug Withington

Parent Governor – term of office 01.04.2024 – 31.03.2028

Appointing body – Parents

My family and I moved to Hatherop in 2017 and two of our three boys attend Hatherop Primary School. In becoming a Governor I hope to support the excellent work of the staff, and collaborate with the other Governors to ensure our school continues to thrive.

My professional background is in expanding the international activities of Professional Accounting Organisations. Outside of work and family life I am also on Hatherop Parish Council and coach at Fairford Juniors Rugby club.

Register of interests – none declared

Mrs Aimee Robins

Staff Governor – term of office 01.05.2024 – 30.04.2028

Appointing body – Staff

Register of interests – none declared

Mrs. Nadine Scaysbrook.

Clerk to the Governors

Mr David Fowles

Co-opted Governor – term of office 08.04.2024 – 07.04.2028

Appointing body – Governing Board

Having grown up in London, I have lived locally for 35 years and have always been impressed by the success and achievements of Hatherop Primary School.

Consequently I am delighted to have been appointed as a Governor in 2024.

My professional background is in advertising, marketing and sponsorship and I am now the Cotswold District Councillor for the Coln Valley which includes Hatherop.

I believe that my background and experience complement those of my fellow Governors and I look forward to contributing to the future success of the school.

Mr Jonathan Beckitt

Co-opted Governor – term of office 01.09.24 – 31.08. 2028

Appointing body – Governing Board

I have worked as a commercial lawyer in the construction sector for over 30 years and am currently a consultant with CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP.

I am Chief Executive of Community Wholecare Centres, which is a charity promoting mental health and social well-being in partnership with the NHS.  I am also a Governor at a primary school in West London.

I have lived in Hatherop next door to the school since 2018.

Register of interests – none declared