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Luke Byrom

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Staff Governor

Governor role: 

Committees: Curriculum

Further Information:  

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 01.3.22

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 1.03.26

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Andrew Kent

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor

Governor role: 

Committees: 

Further Information:  

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 25.01.24

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 25.01.28

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2023 to date: 

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2023 to date:

Rachel Beckett

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor

Governor role: 

Committees: 

Further Information:  

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 04.07.23

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 04.07.27

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2023 to date: 

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2023 to date: 

Paul Chick

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor

Governor role: Health and Safety

Committees: Finance and Building

Further Information:  I live locally to the school and both my daughters (now grown up) attended the school. I retired after 40 years working in the Railway Industry, culminating in a Senior Manager position. I am looking forward to working with the Governing Board in helping to provide the strategic direction for the school, whilst ensuring that the pupils are at the centre of everything we do and that they start their education journey in a positive environment. I hope the skill set gained in my working life will add value to the school and the Governing Board.

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 01.11.21

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 1.11.25

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Andrew Daniel

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor

Governor role: ICT Link Governor

Committees: Buildings and Finance

Further Information:  I live locally to the school and plan to have my young son attend when he reaches school age. I am a senior software engineer working in the gaming industry but previously worked in a large enterprise corporation in various capacities. I have a passion for technology in education but also improving and empowering children’s education in general. I hope to provide new and different perspectives to my governor role but also learn new skills and gain new experiences.

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 01.05.23

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 1.05.27

Attendance at FGB meetings May 2023 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings May 2023 to date: 100%

Simon Delaney

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor

Governor role: Pupil Premium Link Governor

Committees: Finance and Buildings

Further Information:  

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 01.11.21

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 1.11.25

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Elizabeth O'Connell

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor:

Governor role: Clerk to Governors

Committees:

Further Information:

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Term of office : -

End date : -

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Martyn Shears

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted Governor

Governor role: 

Committees: Finance and Buildings (Chair), Head Teacher's Performance Management Panel

Further Information:

Three of my five grandchildren were pupils at the school and I was very impressed by the atmosphere and dedication to the progression of the children. As a volunteer schools outreach officer for the RSPB I was invited in to give presentations on birds and wildlife to the children over the last 10 years. This led to my involvement in the development of the woods as an outdoor learning area. 

I have now been invited to be a Governor focusing on Outdoor Learning and Development and look forward to taking an active part in the school management and governance.

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 02.12.20

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 02.12.24

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Nikki Wilson

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Head teacher

Governor role: Head teacher, Safer Recruitment

Committees: Buildings and Finance and Curriculum

Further Information:

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Term of office : -

End date : -

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Mark Wooton

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Local Authority

Governor role: Chair of Governors

Committees: Curriculum

Further Information:  

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 02.12.21

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 02.12.25

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Shakespeare Infant School

Register of Governors’ Interests 2021/22

Governor Attendance Record 2020 - 2021

Shakespeare Infant School

Governor Attendance Record for the Academic Year 2020-21

Retired Governors in the last academic year.

Damon Lacey

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: LEA

Governor role: Finance and Buildings

Committees: General Purpose

Further Information:

I moved to the area towards the end of 2021 having spent the past decade living and working in London. It has always been important to me to be a part of the local community and to give some my time and energy to it. I became a School Governor in London, eventually becoming Chair of a primary school and was eager to continue that here.

In the day job, I am a project manager/management consultant and spend my time working with clients on their governance, operations and strategy so I hope that I have a lot of experience that I can bring to the school to help push forward its vision and strategy.

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 15.12.21

Term of office : 4 years

End date : 15.12.25

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Nav Chungh

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted

Governor role: Curriculum

Committees: Curriculum

Further Information:  

I am currently in my third year at Bournemouth University, studying BA (Hons) Business Management and Project Management degree. In my second year of university, I achieved a high 2:1. In my final year project I am taking part in a project to help tackle a problem around sustainability that the Military of Defence are faced with. As well as studying full time I also work part-time at Sainsbury's as a Customer Trading Manager improving the customer journey in store.

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 11.11.21

Term of office : 4 years

End date : Retired from role 20.07.22

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Gemma Gubbins

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Co-opted

Governor role: Previous Vice Chair

Committees: Finance and Buildings

Further Information:  

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 26.10.21

Term of office : 4 years

End date : Retired from role 12.12.22

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Gemma Williams

Pecuniary interests: None

Type of Governor: Parent

Governor role: Training Link Governor, SEND

Committees: Curriculum

Further Information:  

I am very excited about becoming a Parent Governor, as having had a child recently progress through the school and another just starting in Year R, I really wanted to become part of the team, that brings this school together in such a strong and successful way. I have interests in the curriculum and support for children, staff and parents. 

My background is in Operational/Finance roles within the Sports and Radio Media industries. 

My current job role, is as a Financial Assistant within a local Secondary School and I have worked in Secondary Education for 7 years now. I use Financial systems that Shakespeare Infants also use as well as looking after finances for trips and school events. I feel these skills help benefit my role as a Parent Governor as I understand how these systems work as both a parent and as a member of staff. 

Governance of other Educational Establishments : None

Relationships between schools staff and members of governing body : None

Date of Appointment : 02.12.20

Term of office : 4 years

End date : Retired from role 02.09.22

Attendance at FGB meetings September 2021 to date: 100%

Attendance at Committee meetings September 2021 to date: 100%