Before becoming Headteacher at Lindow in January 2023, I spent 6 years as Deputy Headteacher at English Martyrs RC Primary School in Urmston, teaching across both Key Stages. I have worked in education for all of my professional career and have a range of experiences from different settings.

I am thrilled to be the Headteacher at Lindow Community Primary School. I knew the second I walked through the door that this was the school for me. The warm, welcoming atmosphere, exceptional children and talented staff really sold it to me!

After completing a Law & Financial Services degree at Sheffield Hallam University, I have worked for over 25 years within the financial services industry in a compliance auditing role, with responsibility for accounting/finance, human resources and training, in addition to compliance.

I have two children who both attended Lindow Primary School before moving on to Wilmslow High School and beyond. They gained so much from attending Lindow, and I am pleased to be able to continue being a part of the school's community and its further development.

I have been a governor at Lindow since 2015 and was Chair of the Finance & Premises Committee, before becoming Chair of Governors in September 2017.

Much of my spare time is spent with my two Labradors and I also really enjoy gardening!

I have previously served on the Governing Body for four years as a Parent Governor and Vice-Chair. In 2012, I returned for a second term as a Co-opted Governor and I’m delighted to do so!

I have two children Joel and Lucy both of whom have now left Lindow and moved on to Wilmslow High. I have been lucky to experience many aspects of school life from helping on trips and doing Art in class to standing on the touchline at football tournaments and attending celebration assemblies.

Before moving to Wilmslow, I was a Senior Manager in the NHS for 13 years. After relocating with my husband’s job, I was able to spend a couple of years just being Mum. I now work for myself providing business support for local organisations including a charity in Stockport.

After all the above, I don’t have much spare time and most of that is spent on the side of sports pitches cheering on my children. 

I am originally from South Wales, I moved to Manchester after completing my degree in English and Drama in 1997, and to Wilmslow in 2004.  My children, Harry and Lydia, are in year 6 and year 3.  I am a full time Trade Union Officer, a role which frequently involves problem solving, in a wide variety of scenarios, where good communication and attention to detail are essential skills. I believe our most important job is helping our children achieve their full potential, and I became a Governor as I am keen to contribute and support the school community that I am proud to be a part of.

I serve on the Personal Development, Behaviour & Welfare and Finance & Resources Committees.

I have lived around this area all my life and read Music at Bangor University and completed my PGCE at MMU.

I taught Music at Priestnall School in Stockport and then Parrs Wood High School in Manchester for 17 years and for 13 years was Head of Music. My husband, Richard, owns a growing Accountancy Practice in Wilmslow and so in 2012 I took the decision to leave my job in order to spend some time with my family.

I have three children, my twin boys Jamie and George and daughter Sadie have now moved on to Wilmslow High. Lindow has helped them all to become happy, confident individuals who strive to achieve.

I am delighted to be able to give some of my time and experience to Lindow and play a part in enabling our fantastic school to continue to move forward.

After completing my BA (Hons) degree in English at Lancaster University and both an MA in English and a PGCE in Primary Education at The University of Manchester, I have worked in primary education for the past ten years as a class teacher across all phases of primary education, a SENCo, Deputy Headteacher and subsequently Headteacher initially in the North West but predominantly in London. I also have been very involved in teacher training at university level for a number of years. I currently work as an educational consultant as well as working part-time as a Partnership Tutor in the Department of Education at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Having relocated back to the North West, I enjoy living in Prestbury with my husband, and our children.  

I am the LA appointed governor for the school and I currently co-chair the Curriculum & Achievement Committee and serve on the Personal Development, Behaviour & Welfare Committee. I am delighted to be able to give some of my time and relevant experience and knowledge of working in education to Lindow.

I have lived in Wilmslow since 2007 with my family. I have two children who previously attended Lindow but are now both at Wilmslow High School.

I currently work on a casual basis at Wilmslow High School as an Exam Invigilator and I volunteer on a weekly basis at Fareshare UK, a surplus food charity. Previously, I worked part-time in the Business School at Manchester Metropolitan University where I ran a student work experience programme and before that I spent 14 years in the recruitment industry working for Hays.

I believe I am pragmatic, passionate and personable with a career that has given me a real insight into the skills our children will need as they travel through life. Lindow is a fantastic school and I am very happy to be able to play an integral role in developing the school further to the benefit of all the children, teachers and parents.

I am currently Vice Chair of the Governing Body and Co-Chair on the Curriculum & Achievement Committee as well as serve on the Personal Development, Behaviour & Welfare Committee.

After completing my MSc in Science, and PGCE in Bangor University, I entered the teaching profession at a school in Ellesmere Port. I remained there for six years before being appointed Director of Science at Wilmslow High School. I have taught Science and Chemistry to all years groups and latterly taught Biology and Physics to BTEC students in sixth form for sixteen years and have enjoyed working with many memorable students. I have found working at the High School a fantastic place to work.

I live in Liverpool during the week and some weekends, when Liverpool FC are playing at home. On the whole I enjoy returning to my home, by the sea, in Colwyn Bay during the holidays and those weekends when Liverpool FC are playing away. There is nothing like an early morning walk on the beach to recharge those batteries.

During those sixteen years at the High School, I have reinforced the idea that Primary and Secondary education should be a seamless transition from one phase to the next. Until now, I have not been able to develop this idea beyond the High School. After joining the Governing Body I am now able to work with one of our successful feeder primary schools to share ideas and to be a part of the vision where we grow young people of character for this ever-changing world.

I have lived in Cheshire my whole life and would very much call myself a 'country bumpkin'! After studying English Language and Linguistics at Lancaster University, I pursued my lifelong dream of being a teacher by training at Manchester Metropolitan University. I have taught here at Lindow Community Primary School ever since, initially in Year 3 and then Year 6. I love writing, reading and speechmaking too and this is a real passion that I have been lucky enough to share with the many wonderfully creative and inspirational pupils we have here at Lindow.

Lindow is a really special place. I remember visiting for the first time - what a warm, friendly and caring atmosphere I felt all around me! I hope that I can continue to support this fantastic ethos as we strive to achieve the very best for the young people in our care both as a teacher and in all that the work of the governing body does to support the school.

In my spare time, you can find me walking on the many country lanes, and exploring the beauty that the many local footpaths have to offer, or baking in the kitchen!

I studied Accountancy at Glasgow Caledonian University and have worked in the online sports betting industry for the past 17 years, holding senior leadership roles within Trading.

When we moved to Wilmslow in 2020, we were so lucky as a family to find Lindow Primary School. Jack and Ruby have flourished in their early years, with so much still to look forward to. We are so proud to be part of the Lindow family and everything it stands for.

I was elected as a parent governor in February 2022 and currently sit on the Finance & Resources and Curriculum & Achievement committees. I am delighted to be able to contribute to further developing and enhancing the school.