I am honoured to be the Chair of Governors at John Chilton School. I have six children – two with SEN. Our family has French and U.S. nationalities, and I was a corporate lawyer in New York and Paris before moving to London a few years ago. Prior to joining the JCS Governing Board in 2019, I was a governor at another Special school in Ealing. I have also served on a number of other boards, including at two French schools, and worked as general counsel for a small French university. I hope my background can be an asset to JCS.
I joined the Governing Body of the school in February 2017. Previously I worked as a senior Finance Executive in the Telecommunications industry for 20 years and then for 10 years as a Maths Teacher in a state comprehensive school. This previous experience gives me a unique set of financial and educational skills which I hope to use to good effect for The John Chilton School. Now that I am a stay at home dad with two teenage children I serve as a Governor at two schools and I am also a Trustee of a Legal Aid Charity.
I have been a member of the team at John Chilton School for a number of years in my position as the Data and Exams Officer. I have over 20 years extensive experience in corporate sales and account management for a major banking group. This has given me a wide knowledge and understanding of business structures and processes that I look forward to bringing to my role as a staff governor.
As Headteacher at John Chilton School, I have a key relationship with fellow Governors. It is my responsibility to keep them well informed about the running of the school. At the same time Governor colleagues hold me to account for my leadership and its impact on the educational performance of the school, its pupils, as well as the management of the staff team.
I aim to work closely with the Governing Body to ensure a clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction for John Chilton School for the benefit of the pupils and the whole school community.
I have spent many years in the world of education; as a qualified teacher; a volunteer in my children’s schools; as a student 5 years ago at the Institute of Education to achieve a Masters in Special and Inclusive Education, and most recently and currently as a SENCo at an independent primary school in west London. I have also worked in retail for several years and ran a small business. I hope to bring these experiences with me as a committed Governor at John Chilton School, as well as my special interest in employment prospects for pupils with SEND.
With 15 years of experience in Accounting and Finance, I proudly serve as a Local Authority Governor at John Chilton School. My expertise lies in managing financial systems, forecasting fiscal trajectories, and promoting accountability across various sectors. Applying this knowledge to the education sector allows me to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives.
Combining financial acumen with a strong commitment to the community, I bring a unique perspective to contribute effectively to John Chilton School. As a dedicated member of the Ealing community, I am passionate about ensuring every child receives an exemplary education, which drives my dedication on the governing board.
My primary goal is to lead the school in fulfilling its vision and ensuring responsible allocation of resources to support our educational services. Every decision I make in this role is driven by the best interests of our students and the wider Ealing community
