Governor Profiles
| Name | David Porter |
| Appointed | 2022 |
| Main Skills | Business Management |
| Key Governor Responsibilities | Chair of Governors Financial Governor (Budget & Pay) Leadership GDPR |
| A bit about me | I have lived in Stoke Golding since 2010, moving here to raise a family with my wife Lydia and our now 4 boys. Three of these currently attend St Margaret's with one yet to start. I therefore have a vested interest in the long term success of the school.
I work for a construction materials company as an Area Manager.
I enjoy running and have a strong interest in football.
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| One thing I love about the school | The passion of the staff to provide the best possible environment for the children to grow and learn. |
Name | Sheila Grice
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Position & Committees | Vice Chair of Governors
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Appointed | 2019
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Main Skills | Teaching & Learning |
Key Governor Responsibilities | Vice Chair of Governors
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A bit about me | I’ve worked in education for many years, as a primary school teacher and headteacher. I am married, with 3 grown up daughters and 5 grandchildren, one of whom attends St Margaret’s school. I am heavily involved with the Methodist Church in the Hinckley Circuit. I love travelling and since retirement I enjoy frequent trips. |
One thing I love about the school | Fantastic staff. |
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Name |
Adam Watson
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Position |
Executive Principal
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Appointed |
2019
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Main Skills |
Educational leadership Teacher development School improvement |
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Key Governor Responsibilities |
Leadership Working Group Quality of Education Working Group |
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A bit about me |
I am a sports fanatic. I love playing and watching rugby and spending time outside with my family. I have 5 children and constantly ask myself "Would I be happy for my children to go to school here?" Having worked in Leicestershire schools for 17 years I have a deep commitment to raising the standard of education for Leicestershire School children. |
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One thing I love about the school |
The caring, vibrant pupils who are so eager to learn and support others. |
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Name |
Aly Steele
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Position |
Co-Opted Governor
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Appointed |
2015
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Main Skills |
Early Years Specialist |
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Key Governor Responsibilities |
Leadership & Management Behaviour, Attitudes & Personal Development Admissions
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A bit about me |
I moved to Leicestershire with my Family from Manchester when I was 14 years old. I have a twin sister. I have worked at St Margaret’s since April 2007.
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One thing I love about the school |
Our children are the best thing about our school – their fun, laughter and determination to always try their best.
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Name | Andrew Smith
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Position | Foundation Govenor
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Appointed | October 2024
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Main Skills | Early Years Specialist |
Key Governor Responsibilities | Safeguarding Christian Distinctiveness
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A bit about me | I went to St Margaret's as a child and
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One thing I love about the school | It's friendly, caring and holistic approach to educating our young people.
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