Governing Body at Aldermoor Farm
Governing Body at Aldermoor Farm
The Governing Board at Aldermoor Farm is made up of voluntary, dedicated and workingpeoplefrom a variety of backgrounds.They regularly attend meetings and often visit, taking an interest and an active role in the life of our school. Through the roles andresponsibilities,they undertake, they view the quality of teaching and learning throughout the curriculum, ensure the children’s welfare needs are met,monitorthe spending of the schoolbudgetand offer their support,adviceandexpertise. While the day to day running of the school is the responsibility of the Head Teacher, the Governors act as a critical friend to ensure that the school runs effectively, providing excellent provision for all members of our wonderful school community.
Our Governors
Aldermoor Farm Primary School Governors are listed below.
Please contact the school office on 024 7645 6272 if yourequirecontact details of our school Governors.
Governors Meetings
There are two types of Governors Meetings: Curriculum and Standards and Resource Management.All governors are welcome and encouraged toparticipatein all meetings.
There are three core functions of a governing body as reflected in OFSTED’s inspection handbook:
- Setting vision,ethosand strategic direction, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring statutory duties are met.
- Holding heads to account for teaching, achievement,behaviourand safety; challenging and strengthening leadership; contributing to school evaluation.
- Ensuring financial solvency and probity with effective management of financial resources, including the Pupil Premium, to raise standards.
Chair of Governors:
Barrie Strain
I joined the Board of Governors in October 2022 as a Co-opted Governor. A chartered public finance accountant, I have 20 years of experience working for Coventry City Council in various finance related roles and I’m currently Head of Revenues and Benefits at the local authority.
I have three children who have enjoyed their progression through Coventry Primary schools. It’s a real privilege for me to be able join the Board of Governors at Aldermoor Farm and work with some fantastic education professionals and passionate fellow Board Members as we focus our collective energies on ensuring that the amazing young people at this school get the best possible academic and social development.
Vice Chair:
Charlotte Abell
I was elected as a co-opted governor at Aldermoor Farm Primary School in September 2021. I joined the governing board because I grew up in the midlands and I want to help create opportunities for young people in the area.
My day job is as a solicitor so I have experience of governance and compliance in a non-education setting. I live and work in London so I am a remote governor, but enjoy coming up to visit Aldermoor Farm as much as I can.
In my spare time you’d find me running, open water swimming or reading. I also love learning new languages. I speak Spanish, French and a little bit of German.
Safeguarding and Attendance Governor:
Aysha Patel
I joined the Governing Board in 2022 as a Local Authority Governor, bringing over 10 years of experience in the education sector. The majority of my career has been working in Special Education Needs. My current role is working as the School Business Manager at a special needs school in Coventry, where I manage the health and safety, welfare, HR and finances of the school, ensuring smooth operations and a supportive environment for both pupil and staff. I am also a Senior Mental Health Lead for the school.
At Aldermoor Farm I hold the role of Safeguarding Governor, where I am responsible for ensuring that safeguarding policies and procedures locally and nationally are followed to protect the welfare of all pupils. I work closely with staff to strategically monitor the school’s safeguarding practices, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and ensuring the school is providing a safe environment for all pupils and staff. It’s a pleasure to be part of the Governing Board.
Local Authority Governor:
Cllr John McNicholas
I have been a Governor at Aldermoor Farm Primary School for many years and I have seen many changes at Aldermoor Farm. I continue to be impressed at the number of languages being spoken at the school reflecting how diverse Stoke Aldermoor itself has become. In my mind very much a strength for the school in the City of Languages, Peace & Reconciliation.
I am pleased to be a Governor at Aldermoor Farm working with Governor colleagues for the benefit of the children attending the school, We are a relatively new Governing Body with many skills held between us. I believe that we are working closely together with the Headteacher to ensure young people at the school have the best start in life on their way to success in all that they choose to do.
I am a local Ward Councillor for Lower Stoke and I see that Aldermoor Farm Primary plays an important role within the many communities of the area.
Co-opted Governors:
Lydia Adigun
Assistant Professor in Programme and Project Management, Warwick Manufacturing Group, University of Warwick
As an Assistant Professor in Programme and Project Management at the University of Warwick, I bring a strong background in strategy and management to my role as a school governor. Being a governor at Aldermoor Farm Primary School is a deeply rewarding experience, allowing me to contribute to the school’s strategic direction while learning and growing within this supportive community. It’s incredibly fulfilling to see the positive impact that well-crafted policies and plans have on the pupils, helping to shape their educational experience in meaningful ways.
Outside of my professional work, I live with my husband and mother of two wonderful children. I enjoy cooking, listening to music, and exploring new places through travel.
Parent Governors:
Cllr Seyi Agboola
My name is Seyi Agboola, and I work as a financial crime analyst at Santander. In addition, I serve as a local ward councillor and deputy cabinet member for housing and communities in Coventry. I actively engage with diverse communities in the city.
I have been a school governor for several years and take pride in the multicultural environment of the school, reflecting the diversity of the UK. I admire the passionate and dedicated staff who consistently strive to enhance the educational standards of the school.
Theodora Okeoghene
My name is Okeoghene Theodora Enebeli. I am a Lecturer – International Centre for Transformational Entrepreneurship (ICTE) at Coventry University. I enjoy reading, learning new things and making new friends and am hoping to bring my experience as a lecturer to the Governing Board.
Staff Governor:
Mrs Deeley
I joined the Aldermoor Farm Governing Body in 2021 as a staff governor.
Aldermoor Farm is a thriving school where all stakeholders have the highest expectations of every child. I am incredibly proud to be part of the school and to work alongside the other governors to support the school on its continuing journey. I have worked at the school since 2020 and have seen rapid improvements within the school due to the hard work and dedication of the staff, pupils and families.