• Appointed by Parent Ballot September 2023 as Parent Governor.  Term of office ends September 2026.

• Appointed by Trust September 2021 as Trust Governor.  Term of office ends September 2025.

• Appointed by Parent Ballot September 2023 as Parent Governor.  Term of office ends September 2026.

As the Head of School, I am automatically a member of the Governing Body.

I have worked at Sidegate for over ten years, starting as a class teacher and progressing to my current role of Head of School.  I completed a degree in music at Lancaster University followed by a PGCE in General Primary at the University of Cumbria, and have taught from Reception to Year 6. I put my musical background to good use leading the KS1 Choir at Sidegate and I also lead the choir at my church. Beyond music, I spend a large part of my time coaching archery and teaching other people to coach archery. I have two small daughters, a three-legged cat and a dog - Wilbur - who is also our school therapy dog. 

• Head of School
• Business Interests to declare: Employee of Active Learning Trust.

• Converted by Trust to Trust Governor May 2021.  
• Chair of Governors with effect from September 2023.
• Appointed Chair July 2023.  Term of office ends September 2026.

I have worked in Financial Services for most of my career.  I am a qualified Chartered Accountant and currently work as a Project Manager.  I understand the financial pressures of business and the importance of compromise.  I believe in the commitment and dedication of the leadership team at Sidegate and am very proud to be part of it today.

• Appointed by Parent Ballot December 2020 as Parent Governor.  
• Vice Chair of Governors with effect from September 2023.
• Appointed Vice Chair July 2023.  Term of office ends September 2027.

• Staff Representative.
• Business Interests to declare:  Employee of Active Learning Trust.

• Staff Representative. 
• Business Interests to declare:  Employee of Active Learning Trust.