Our Governors

The Governing Board provides the strategic leadership of Madginford Primary School. Working in partnership with the Headteacher, governors set the school's long-term vision, values and strategic priorities, ensuring that every decision is made in the best interests of our pupils.

Governors are responsible for holding school leaders to account for the quality of education, pupils' achievement and wellbeing, safeguarding, financial management and the delivery of the school's strategic objectives. They monitor the impact of the School Improvement Plan, oversee the effective use of resources and ensure that the school fulfils its statutory responsibilities.

While governors do not manage the day-to-day running of the school, they provide both support and constructive challenge to school leaders. Through regular meetings, school visits and engagement with pupils, staff and parents, they evaluate the school's performance and help shape its future direction.

Our Governing Board is made up of dedicated volunteers from a wide range of professional backgrounds. Their collective skills, experience and commitment help ensure that Madginford Primary School continues to provide a first-class education where every child is encouraged to flourish.

The Governing Board is fully committed to our vision of 'Where Magical Experiences Create Endless Opportunities'and works closely with school leaders to ensure that our values-led curriculum, high aspirations and inclusive ethos remain at the heart of everything we do.

We are always interested in hearing from people who would like to contribute to the life of our school by becoming a governor. It is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills and experience to help shape the future of education for our children and community.

If you have a question for the Governing Board or would like to find out more about becoming a governor at Madginford Primary School, please contact our Chair of Governors:

Toby Butler
Email: tobybutler@mps.kent.sch.uk

 

Current Governors (12 of 12 in post)

 

Yvette Best - Staff Governor elected by school staff

Term of Office: 18 April 2023 to 17 April 2027

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Assistant Headteacher

 

Toby Butler - Co-opted Governor appointed by Governing Board

Term of Office: 1 September 2022 to 31 August 2026

Business Interests: Traffic Operations & Technology Manager at Kent County Council Highways & Transportation; Mrs Butler is the Finance & Personnel Officer at Madginford Primary School and a Downswood Parish Councillor

Designated Roles: Chair of Governors; Community; Health & Safety; HT Performance Panel

 

Hannah Campbell - Parent Governor elected by parent community

Term of Office: 22 April 2025 to 21 April 2029

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Cyber Security; SEN Governor; Sports Premium

 

Tracie Carlsund - Co-opted Governor appointed by Governing Board

Term of Office: 30 September 2024 to 29 September 2028

Business Interests: Director of Global Events Staffing; Suttons Scout Group Trustee; Valley Park School Governor

Designated Roles: Vice Chair of Governors; Cyber Security; Finance Panel; Online Safety; Pay Panel; Governor Training & Development

 

Sibaele Dunn - Co-opted Governor appointed by Governing Board

Term of Office: 12 September 2022 to 11 September 2026

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Attendance; Finance Panel; Pay Panel; Safeguarding Governor; Sports Premium 

 

Shirley Lall - Co-opted Governor appointed by Governing Board

Term of Office: 25 March 2023 to 24 March 2027

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: EYFS; HT Performance Panel; Phonics; Reading

 

Bobby Mann - Parent Governor elected by parent community

Term of Office: 22 April 2025 to 21 April 2029

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Finance Panel; Phonics; Reading

 

Pamela Rana - Co-opted Governor appointed by Governing Board

Term of Office: 12 September 2022 to 11 September 2026

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Pupil Premium; Wellbeing

 

Shelley Shrimpton - Co-opted Governor appointed by Governing Board

Term of Office: 20 March 2023 to 19 March 2027

Business interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Vice-Chair of Governors; SEND; Pay Panel

 

Sean Turner - Parent Governor elected by parent community

Term of Office: 22 April 2025 to 21 April 2029

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Wellbeing

 

Natalie Wensley - Local Authority Governor appointed by K.C.C

Term of Office: Pending approval by KCC Committee

Business Interests: None declared

Designated Roles: Finance Panel; HT Performance Panel; Pay Panel

 

Amanda Woolcombe - Staff Governor (Ex Officio member)

Term of Office: 1 September 2014 ...

Business Interests: KG Technical : A close relative has an ownership / financial interest in KG Technical 

Designated Roles: Headteacher

 

Sarah Rome, Clerk to the Governing Body - The Education People, KCC Clerking Service

 

Historic Governors (left within last 12 months)