Pucklechurch CE VC Primary School
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Governors
Dan Nicholls
Appointed by the Governing Body: 21 October 2019
End of term of office: 20 October 2023
Co-Chair
I have been given the opportunity to get involved with overseeing the schools finances. As a maths leader in a primary school I take a special interest in helping children master and enjoy this core subject. I have been teaching 13 years and have experience of making decisions on school development and improvement. Having 2 children in the school I feel very privileged to have this chance to help in what ever way I can. I am passionate about creating a positive environment where all children can thrive and achieve.
End of term of office: 20 October 2023
Co-Chair
I have been given the opportunity to get involved with overseeing the schools finances. As a maths leader in a primary school I take a special interest in helping children master and enjoy this core subject. I have been teaching 13 years and have experience of making decisions on school development and improvement. Having 2 children in the school I feel very privileged to have this chance to help in what ever way I can. I am passionate about creating a positive environment where all children can thrive and achieve.
Duncan Light
Appointed by the Governing Body: 22 April 2021
End of term of office: 21 April 2023
Co-Chair
I am a retired Senior Scientist and Engineering Manager. I live in Pucklechurch and my wife attended the school. I want to help the school support our community as best as I can.
End of term of office: 21 April 2023
Co-Chair
I am a retired Senior Scientist and Engineering Manager. I live in Pucklechurch and my wife attended the school. I want to help the school support our community as best as I can.
Deb Leonard
Appointed by the Governing Body: 12 July 2017
End of term of office: 14 July 2025
Vice Chair
I am a Parent Governor. I am part of the Assessment and Data team and the Governors Sports Champion. I have one child at the school and I am a keen hockey player. I am eager to support the whole school community in all aspects of school life and would like to see every child reach their potential. I feel privileged to be involved with Pucklechurch Primary School
End of term of office: 14 July 2025
Vice Chair
I am a Parent Governor. I am part of the Assessment and Data team and the Governors Sports Champion. I have one child at the school and I am a keen hockey player. I am eager to support the whole school community in all aspects of school life and would like to see every child reach their potential. I feel privileged to be involved with Pucklechurch Primary School
Hollie Brooker
Appointed by the Governing Body: July 2022
End of term of office: July 2024
Staff governor
As staff governor, my responsibility is to act as a link between the staff within the school and the governing team. I joined the school in October 2020 and teach in Newton Hub in Year 3 and I am the PE and PSHE subject leads.
End of term of office: July 2024
Staff governor
As staff governor, my responsibility is to act as a link between the staff within the school and the governing team. I joined the school in October 2020 and teach in Newton Hub in Year 3 and I am the PE and PSHE subject leads.
Gemma Jones
Appointed by the Governing Body:
End of term of office: April 2026
Associate Governor
I am the Deputy Head, SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead at Pucklechurch CE VC Primary School. I enjoy working with our supportive governor team to continue to develop our wonderful school.
End of term of office: April 2026
Associate Governor
I am the Deputy Head, SENCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead at Pucklechurch CE VC Primary School. I enjoy working with our supportive governor team to continue to develop our wonderful school.
Alex Capel
Appointed by the Governing Body: 1 September 2018
End of term of office:
I am the Headteacher of Pucklechurch CE VC Primary School. The Governing Body is an essential tool in supporting the running and continuing development of the school and I enjoy working closely with this fantastic group of volunteers to realise the vision I have for the children and staff here.
End of term of office:
I am the Headteacher of Pucklechurch CE VC Primary School. The Governing Body is an essential tool in supporting the running and continuing development of the school and I enjoy working closely with this fantastic group of volunteers to realise the vision I have for the children and staff here.
Laura
Sutton
Appointed by the Governing Body: 22 April 2021
End of term of office: 21 April 2023
LA Governor
Originally from Wiltshire, I moved to South Glos recently, having lived in Cardiff for 16 years. I work within the Fitness to Practise department of the Education Workforce Council, the independent regulator for the education workforce in Wales.
End of term of office: 21 April 2023
LA Governor
Originally from Wiltshire, I moved to South Glos recently, having lived in Cardiff for 16 years. I work within the Fitness to Practise department of the Education Workforce Council, the independent regulator for the education workforce in Wales.
Julie
Gibbs
Appointed by the Governing Body: 10 November 2021
End of term of office: 09 November 2025
Ex Officio Foundation
My name is Julie Gibbs and I have lived in Pucklechurch for over 30 years. For much of that time I have attended St Thomas à Becket church. I am also a member of the PCC and am currently training to be the Parish Safeguarding Officer. After the retirement of our vicar, Stuart Young, the PCC did not have a regular contact with the school, so I offered to step up and become a Foundation Governor. My son attended Pucklechurch Primary from 2005 until 2012. During that time, I spent a lot of time at school primarily as joint chair of the PTA and, later, as a governor. I love the atmosphere of the school and am delighted to be given the opportunity to continue being involved in its development.
End of term of office: 09 November 2025
Ex Officio Foundation
My name is Julie Gibbs and I have lived in Pucklechurch for over 30 years. For much of that time I have attended St Thomas à Becket church. I am also a member of the PCC and am currently training to be the Parish Safeguarding Officer. After the retirement of our vicar, Stuart Young, the PCC did not have a regular contact with the school, so I offered to step up and become a Foundation Governor. My son attended Pucklechurch Primary from 2005 until 2012. During that time, I spent a lot of time at school primarily as joint chair of the PTA and, later, as a governor. I love the atmosphere of the school and am delighted to be given the opportunity to continue being involved in its development.
Susan Norton
Co-opted Governor
Term of office from 14 Sep 2023 to 13 Sep 2025
First appointed on 14 Sep 2023
Term of office from 14 Sep 2023 to 13 Sep 2025
First appointed on 14 Sep 2023
Jo Marsh
Parent Governor
Term of office from 27 Oct 2023 to 26 Oct 2027
First appointed on 27 Oct 2023
Term of office from 27 Oct 2023 to 26 Oct 2027
First appointed on 27 Oct 2023
All communications should be addressed to the Board of Governors Co-Chair, contact email duncanlight@hotmail.co.uk
Documentation from the Governor:
Governor attendance at meetings: download here
Please note: Not all Governors are required at all meetings. Some Governors joined during an academic year, therefore the maximum number of meetings will be reduced
During the school year 2022-2023 no business or pecuniary interests were declared by any school governor or by the Headteacher. The governors are asked about this at the start of each Full Governing Board meeting.
Aspire - Believe - Achieve
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in Heaven”
Friendship . Generosity . Compassion . Forgiveness . Respect . Courage
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Pucklechurch CE VC Primary School