Our Governing Body

	Mrs Nina Tomlinson - Chair of Governors Local Authority Governor
Appointed by:	Local Authority
Term of office:	15th March 2021 to 14th March 2025
Committees:	Buildings Health & Safety Committee (Chair) Pupil Discipline Committee Standards & Effectiveness Committee Finance & Staffing Committee Complaints Committee Appraisal Committee
Other responsibilities:	Chair of Governors SEN & Child Protection Governor
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am the Chair of the Governors and have been a member of the governing body since 2017. My working life has been in the Health Service where I was a senior ward sister at The Royal Preston Hospital. I have lived in Penwortham most of my life and my children have attended local schools. My grandson was a pupil at Middleforth and I became a volunteer helper with a specialist interest in reading which is a role I still enjoy today. I continue to be impressed with the caring and nurturing attitudes in school and the dedication of all staff which enables the children to receive a high quality education with encompassing Christian values.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	For the last six years I have been a Volunteer Helper within the school. This role has included a special interest in reading with KS1 children. I have continued to be impressed by the caring and nurturing attitudes in school and dedication of the staff to enable children to receive a high standard of education.
	Mrs Laraine Southwell Vice - Chair of Governors Local Authority Governor
Appointed by:	Blackburn Diocese
Term of office:	22nd September 2019 to 21st September 2024
Committees:	Appraisal Committee Pay Committee Buildings Health and Safety Committee Curriculum & Ethos Committee (Chair) Finance & Staffing Committee Pupil Discipline Committee Standards & Effectiveness Committee (Chair)
Other responsibilities:	Vice-Chair of Governors
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	As a retired infant teacher I have a lot of experience which I can use to support school both as a volunteer in the classroom and as a governor.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As an active member of St Leonard's Church I was asked if I was interested in becoming a governor. I am very keen to foster and maintain the excellent relationship between Church and school.
	Mrs Christine Adams - Staff Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	During appointment as Headteacher Since 1st September 2017
Committees:	Buildings Health and Safety Committee Curriculum & Ethos Committee Finance & Staffing Committee Standards & Effectiveness Committee
Other responsibilities:	Headteacher roles and responsibilities including PREVENT & Mental Health
Relevant business interests:	Northbrook Primary Academy part of Endeavour Learning Trust: Secondee to the Trust as Executive Primary Lead
Membership of other educational establishments:	Northbrook Primary Academy as above.
Interests and experience related to school governance:	Governing Body
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	During appointment as Headteacher Since 1st September 2017
	Miss Jo Bacon - Community Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	13th November 2017 to 12 November 2021
Committees:	Standards & Effectiveness Committee Pay Committee
Other responsibilities:
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	Director of School Improvement for Endeavour Learning Trust - a Multi Academy Trust which runs 4 secondary schools and two primary schools in Lancashire and Sefton.
Interests and experience related to school governance:	Having reported to Governing bodies at various schools as part of my role at Tarleton Academy and Endeavour Learning Trust I would like to be able to help other schools through effective governance.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	Having worked with Mrs Adams in her previous role I was pleased to be able to join the governing body of Middleforth and contribute to the community.
	Mrs Emma Wear - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	3rd November 2020 to 2nd November 2024
Committees:	Finance & Staffing Committee Buildings, Health & Safety Committee
Other responsibilities:
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?
	Mrs Jenny Van Zyl - Staff Governor
Appointed by:	Staff
Term of office:	3rd November 2020 to 2nd November 2024
Committees:	Curriculum & Ethos Committee Standard & Effectiveness Committee
Other responsibilities:	Key Stage 1 Lead and Year 2 Teacher at Middleforth C of E Primary School.
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	As Key Stage Lead and Class Teacher who has taught at the school for more than 10 years, taking on the role of Staff Governor allows me to bring a staff viewpoint and perspective to discussion. As an experienced Teacher, I have a good understanding of how children learn and how this impacts on teaching.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As a member of the local school community, a Teacher at the school and a Parent of a child who attends the school, I have a vested interest in the education and wellbeing of the children who attend Middleforth Primary. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, I have a very clear understanding of the day to day running of the school, and saw the opportunity to become a Governor as a chance to further my service to the school community. By becoming involved in discussions around strategic planning and direction, I am to ensure that Middleforth continues to go from strength to strength.
	Rev Nick Mansfield - Foundation Governor
Appointed by:	Blackburn Diocese
Term of office:	1st December 2020 to 31st November 2021
Committees:	Appraisal Committee Finance & Staffing Committee (Chair) Curriculum & Ethos Committee
Other responsibilities:
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I have enjoyed serving on the Governing Body for a number of years, supporting and strengthening the link between Church and School and nurturing the Christian ethos.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As Vicar of St Leonard's Church it is my privilege to be a Governor.
	Mrs Kathryn Andrew - Foundation Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	17th October 2019 to 16th October 2023
Committees:	Pay Committee Finance & Staffing Committee (Chair) Standards & Effectiveness Committee Curriculum & Ethos
Other responsibilities:	PSHE
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	In my career I have worked with children ranging from 4 to 16 years. I have been a primary school teacher and a teaching assistant working within main stream schools and also SEN schools. I am committed to all aspects of education and feel that I can offer support, advice and hard work to Middleforth School as a member of the Governors.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	There was a notice in St Leonards weekly news letter about a vacancy on the Governor's at Middleforth School which caught my eye. I took early retirement 2 years ago and I felt this was the perfect opportunity for me to give to my local community.
	Dr Charlotte Barrow - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	3rd November 2020 to 2nd November 2024
Committees:	Curriculum & Ethos Committee SEN Governor
Other responsibilities:
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	Senior Lecturer teaching Education Studies, and Childhood Studies for The University of Central Lancashire, and The Open University.
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am a Senior Lecturer teaching Education Studies, and Childhood Studies for both the University of Central Lancashire, and The Open University, and have done so since 2004. I mainly teach students who are going on to teacher training themselves, and education professionals who want to develop their professional practice. My specialist areas are Special Educational Needs and inclusion, and children’s participation in educational research. I also have 20 years of experience in other early years and primary settings undertaking educational research, teaching yoga, and listening to readers.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I have a daughter in school at Middleforth and have absolutely loved being a parent volunteer across several classes. I am delighted to have the opportunity to support the work of the governing body to supply an additional perspective as both a parent and an education professional – I have spent my whole working life encouraging others to reflect upon ways to improve the school experiences of pupils, particularly those who are vulnerable, and so acting as a parent governor is another way in which I can make a positive contribution to the education system.
	Mrs Naomi Nolan-Williams - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	26th February 2018 to 25th February 2022
Committees:	Buildings Health & safety Committee Curriculum & Ethos Committee
Other responsibilities:
Relevant business interests:	Previously: Middleforth Playgroup - Chair of Committee
Membership of other educational establishments:	Teaching Assistant at St Mary Magdalen's Primary School, Penwortham
Interests and experience related to school governance:	Before I had my children I was a secondary school teacher and so have an interest in education and how schools are run. I also volunteer at the school. I’m really looking forward to the challenge of being a parent governor and what I can learn along the way.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I currently have two children at Middleforth and so the school has been-and continues to be-a large part of my family’s life. I therefore wanted to be as fully involved as possible, and play a part in making sure the children of Middleforth have a positive experience of school.
	Mrs Helen Porter - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	31st March 2018 to 30th March 2022
Committees:	Curriculum & Ethos Committee Standards & Effectiveness Committee
Other responsibilities:	Nursery Governor
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	Early Years Lead at a local primary school
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I have worked as a primary school teacher for the past 19 years working across all key stages and in a variety of schools working with children and parents. I currently work as the Early Years Lead at a Preston Primary school.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I am a Parent Governor and mother to two children who attend Middleforth. I am very proud to have my children attend this school and have seen them blossom with the help and support of the amazing staff. I am passionate about seeing every child develop their true potential over their school life and will use my experience to support the school governing body to ensure every child achieves this.
	Mrs Jenny Stanton - Foundation Governor
Appointed by:	Blackburn Diocese
Term of office:	1st September 2017 to 31st August 2021
Committees:	Appraisal Committee Buildings, Health & Safety Committee Curriculum & Ethos Committee Finance & Staffing Committee Standards & Effectiveness Committee
Other responsibilities:	Religious Education Governor
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I helped with a Sunday School for many years and have recently helped with Messy Church at St Leonard's. I have always been very interested working with and helping children.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	The vicar asked me! I was helping with the toddler group and an opportunity arose for a foundation governor. I was extremely honoured to accept. I have now been a governor for over 15 years and was Chair of governors for at least 10 years.
	Mr Tim Young - Community Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	7th November 2020 to 6th November 2024
Committees:	Curriculum & Ethos Committee Finance & Staffing Committee Pupil Discipline Committee
Other responsibilities:	Training link Governor
Relevant business interests:	Railway Mission - Company Secretary Travel Watch - Director
Membership of other educational establishments:	Community Governor & Link Governor at Howick CE Primary School (07041)
Interests and experience related to school governance:	Governor at the above school since 2003
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	Very impressed with the school on recent visits, especially to judge ‘Penwortham In Bloom’ last June so when I knew there was a vacancy, I offered and was accepted
	Vacancy - Community Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:
Committees:
Other responsibilities:
Relevant business interests:
Membership of other educational establishments:
Interests and experience related to school governance:
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?