Our Governing Body

	Mrs Nina Tomlinson - Chair of Governors Local Authority Governor To contact Mrs Tomlinson please call the school office
Appointed by:	Local Authority
Term of office:	15th March 2021 to 14th March 2025
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare Complaints Committee Appraisal Committee Pupil Discipline Committee
Other responsibilities:	Chair of Governors SEN & Child Protection Governor Online Safety History
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:	10th October 2023 to 9th October 2027
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare Appraisal Committee Pay Committee Pupil Discipline Committee
Other responsibilities:	Vice-Chair of Governors EYFS Outdoor Learning inc Forest School
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 Nicola Pilkington Headteacher
Appointment:	Ex Officio
Term of office:	1st January 2022
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	Headteacher roles and responsibilities including PREVENT & Mental Health
Relevant business interests:	None
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	Ms Elizabeth McKay - Co-opted Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	13th November 2021 to 12th Novemner 2025
Committees:	Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	English Phonics Curriculum
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	Water Primary School (Assistant Headteacher)
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am currently an Assistant Headteacher in a small Primary School in Lancashire. I am a current governor at my own school and have been for 12 years. I am also a specialist leader in Education and passionate about education.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I have wanted to become a governor at another school for a while. After noticing the vacancy and finding out about what a lovely school Middleforth is, I was excited to become a part of the governing body.

	Mrs Emma Wear - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	3rd November 2020 to 27th October 2028 (re-elected October 2024)
Committees:	Resources
Other responsibilities:	Maths
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am a Chartered Accountant and have worked within finance for over 10 years. I support senior management understand financial information to help inform decision making.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I have two daughters attending Middleforth, and applied for the parent governor role as I have a skill set to offer support to the Governing Body. I had a very happy childhood as a Middleforth pupil, and delighted I can now help our school continue to offer a brilliant space for children to thrive.

	Mr Joe Noblet Staff Governor
Appointed by:	Staff
Term of office:	24th January 2022 to 23rd January 2026
Committees:	Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	None
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am currently in my fourth year of Primary Teaching and enrolled on my NPQLT (National Professional Qualification in Leading Teaching).
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I love teaching/working at Middleforth and feel as though it is the suitable time to progress in my career, as well as being able to represent the staff at the school. As a school, Middleforth has supported me in developing further as an individual, and when the opportunity to become a governor arose, I had to take it! I look forward to understanding how a Governor can influence a school and learn from others already on the governing body.

	Vacancy - Foundation Governor (St Leonard's Church)
Appointed by:	Blackburn Diocese
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	Rev Janet Taylor - Foundation Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	16th August 2023 to 15th August 2027
Committees:	Appraisal Committee
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Membership of other educational establishments:	None
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	Vacancy- Parent Governor
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	Mrs Emma Castle - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	29th January 2024 to 28th January 2028
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare

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	Vacancy - Parent Governor
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	Mrs Susan Dabell - Foundation Governor

Term of office:	4th July 2024 to 3rd July 2028
Committees:	Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	Modern Foreign Languages Religious Education
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am a retired teacher who has taught at Middleforth Primary School for 15 years. For much of that time I taught RE and French to all classes in the school. I would be delighted to use my enthusiasm and experience to support our school.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As an active member of St Leonard’s Church and a former member of the teaching staff at Middleforth Primary School I was asked if I would be interested in becoming a governor at the school. I have held a keen interest in the school for many years as both my children are former pupils. I would be delighted to foster and maintain the excellent relationship between St Leonard’s Church and the school upholding the welcoming Christian ethos.

	Mr Tim Young - Co-opted Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	13th November 2024 to 12th November 2028
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare Pupil Discipline Committee Pay Committee
Other responsibilities:	Training link Governor Geography More able
Relevant business interests:	Railway Mission - Company SecretaryTravel 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’ , so when I knew there was a vacancy, I offered and was accepted.

	Mrs Caroline Boughey - Co-opted Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	14th June 2021 to 13th June 2025
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	Health and Safety PPG
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I have been School Business Manager at Middleforth since 2019 and enjoy being involved in all areas of school life.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As Business Manager my work is very relevant to the Resources Committee (Finance and Buildings, Health and Safety), and being a Governor is an excellent opportunity to work closely together on key stategic decisions.