Governors
Welcome to the Governors' section of our school website
The Governing Body works to foster inclusive, supportive learning environments where every child feels safe, valued, and eager to learn. We believe that all children deserve the best possible start in life, and by working collaboratively, we can enhance opportunities for both pupils and staff.
What is the Governing Body?
The School Board of Governors is a diverse group of dedicated volunteers who share a common commitment to Fleet Wood Lane School, its staff, pupils, facilities, and the wider community. Each Governor brings unique skills and perspectives, united by a shared goal: to support our children in achieving their highest potential.
The full Governing Body meets at least once every term. The Headteacher serves as a professional advisor, while the governors delegate the day-to-day management of the school to the Headteacher.
The Governors focus on three core functions:
- Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
- Holding the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff;
- Overseeing the financial performance of the school to ensure that resources are managed efficiently.
We work alongside the Headteacher to help provide the highest quality education for our pupils by setting the strategic direction of the school, making decisions within the scope of our budget, and appointing the Headteacher and staff capable of realizing this vision.
Monitoring and Evaluation
We actively monitor and evaluate the school's progress through reports provided by the Headteacher and regular visits to observe the school environment firsthand.
Support and Collaboration
We collaborate closely with the Headteacher and staff, offering support and constructive challenge during regular meetings, ensuring the well-being and success of all pupils. We make visits to the school to see its operations in action.
The Governing Body is committed to supporting the Headteacher, staff, pupils, and parents, and we are always accessible through the School Office.
Governors of Fleet Wood Lane Primary School
The Governing Body consists of 12 member representing, County and Local Councils, parents, teachers and staff.
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Chair of Governors Vice Chair of Governors Clerk to the Governors Interim Executive Headteacher Associate Governor Staff Governor Co-opted Governor Co-opted Governor Co-opted Governor Co-opted Governor Co-opted Governor Parent Governor Parent Governor |
Mr Martin Bamforth Mr Simon Stockford Mrs Sarah Phillips Mrs Sonya Ely Mrs Sarah King Mrs Hayley Alexander-Jones Mrs Colleen Shaw Mr Matthew King Mr Nigel Perry Mrs Kelly Roake-French Mr Clive Browne Mr Henry Goose Mrs Aimee Campbell |
Pen Portraits
Who we are and why we do what we do!
| Name | Position | Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Mr Martin Bamforth | Chair of Governors | Originally from Yorkshire, I was raised in rural Cambridgeshire, I subsequently attended Agricultural College and a career across the food industry has followed including time spent working overseas. I am now involved in commodities procurement working for a major supplier to national retailers. Its over 10 years since I began my association with our school, firstly as a parent, then a parent governor and latterly as chair of governors. Throughout that time it has always been important to note the fundamentals of its existence, to educate and give our children the best experience possible during their time with us. We as governors bear the responsibility of setting the strategic goals of the school and holding the school accountable for the outcomes attained across the curriculum. |
| Mr Simon Stockford | Vice Chair of Governors - Governor for School Culture and Staff Wellbeing, Link governor for Year 6 & Maths | I have been a resident of Fleet since 2017 and became actively involved with Fleet Wood Lane School soon after moving to the village. Initially I joined the PTA and since 2018 I took on the role of school governor and chair of curriculum. With a background in engineering, business and people management, I have been able to contribute to various aspects of school governance. As a DIY enthusiast and an adult fan of Lego, I have been lucky enough to support our school in more practical ways also and I bring a creative and hands-on approach to problem-solving. In my current role as governor, I am focused on enhancing our schools culture and prioritising staff wellbeing. I firmly believe that happy and motivated staff bring more enthusiasm into the classroom, creating an engaging learning environment for our children. We are so fortunate to have a dedicated and hardworking team of staff members from within our local community and I am immensely proud of their contributions to our small community school. |
| Mrs Colleen Shaw | Chair of Curriculum committee, Governor for Safeguarding, Link governor for Pupil premium | I was born in Lincolnshire and grew up in Wainfleet, I studied biology and microbiology at university and worked in both the UK and India in R&D laboratories. After a career change my husband and I followed our interest and begun a family business restoring old VW campervans. My hobbies include baking, anything to do with science, going to the theatre and travelling around the country in our campervan. I have two stepdaughters, Jess is a doctor, Emily who is a biology teacher. My son attended FWL school, but is now at Spalding Grammar school, his passion is music especially drumming. I look forward to continue working closely with the school and all the fantastic staff to help every child achieve their best. |
| Mr Matthew King | Chair of Resources committee, Link Governor for Geography | Co-opted governor since March 2022, Responsibility’s chair of finance, maths, opal outdoor play. I live in Fleet Hargate with my wife, two children and our dog, I work as an accountant and have been a Chartered certified accountant since 2015. I enjoy family time, cycling, travelling and eating cake! |
| Mr Nigel Perry | Governor for Health and Safety | I am originally from Hyde in Manchester . I studied for 4 years gaining all qualifications in the meat industry. I came down to Spalding in 1979 to work for George Adams where I worked for 29 years. When the company was sold in 2009, I then worked for a german company called Toennies Fleisch, being responsible for sales in the UK. I would regularly travel to Germany and Denmark and Ireland with my job. I am married with a daughter who is an engineer. I was a referee for 23 seasons for both adult and children s football. and a LIVES responder for 18 years. I was a governor at the Gleed Girls School for 4 years when my daughter was attending. Now I am retired I enjoy DIY and photography. I decided to become a governor again after speaking to my god daughter, who is a teacher at the school. I look forward to being involved in decisions, helping the school run smoothly and help the school progress so the children will develop going forward. |
| Mrs Kelly Roake-French | Governor for EYFS, Phonics & School Food standards | Originally from Surrey, I've lived here for the last 22 years and I'm a self employed nail technician, I joined the governing board in 2022 as moved over from our PTA to better assist the school and take more responsibility for the strategic planning for the school, I currently oversee our Lunchtime and EYFS provisions with an aim to create an inclusive and safe learning environment for all incoming students. |
| Mr Henry Goose | Governor for Science | I grew up and later worked on the family farm in Gedney Dyke until I married my wife Amy and moved to our current house in Gedney Dawsmere. I went primary school in Gedney and Holbeach, followed by secondary school at Wisbech Grammar School and then on to Newcastle University where I studied agriculture. After university and a year working abroad I returned home to work on the family farm where I still work today. I was a keen sportsman playing rugby and cricket, though these days my hobbies are walking and traveling. I currently have two sons attending Fleet Wood Lane School and have very much enjoyed my time so far as a parent governor. |
| Mrs Aimee Campbell | I was born in Boston but we currently live in Lutton....we like the quiet (ish) rural life! We've lived in this area for 7 years. I love the children (not in a weird way!) - they're so funny! And I enjoy seeing the learning environment my children are in and the hard work and effort that goes into the running of our school by our staff and governors. | |
| Mr Clive Browne | I started my career in IT at the H L Foods canning factory in Long Sutton in 1998 and moved to Tydd St Mary in 2006. I have been involved in school governance since 2014 at Tydd St Mary, joined Weston Hills in 2020 and have also worked with the County Council assisting other schools. Along side my governance work in Lincolnshire I am also Chair of Governors for Dersingham VA Primary School in Norfolk where I have overseen rapid improvement in the last 2 years following the headteacher leaving. Currently working as Head of IT for Hovis I am responsible for all IT within the business and sit on the Hovis Leadership Team. Outside of Hovis I play the church organ at Dersingham & I am also on the Church Council there. My 26 years business and church experience have given me many skills which I can bring to the Governing body. | |
| Mrs Hayley Alexander-Jones | Staff Governor | I have been working at Fleet Wood Lane Primary School since I qualified as a teacher in 2013. Since working at the school, I have spent time working in a range of different year groups. I am dedicated to sharing the voice of my colleagues as well as being an instrumental part in continuing to make our school the best it can be. |
| Mrs Sarah Phillips | Clerk to Governors | I have been working as a school clerk for over 11 years and joined the team at Fleet Wood Lane Primary School in 2022. My experience in clerking has allowed me to contribute to the smooth running of school operations, ensuring compliance and supporting school leadership. Recently, I’ve taken on an exciting new challenge as a parish council clerk, broadening my experience in governance and community support. Outside of work, I’m a proud parent of four children and have a passion for collecting rare houseplants, which has become one of my favourite hobbies. |