Governance

As part of the Inspire Partnership Academy Trust, the governing body has shared oversight of Rockliffe Manor, Woodhill and Foxfield primary schools.

As a governing body, we are a strong and active cross-section of people, with the objectives of providing a strategic view, ensuring accountability, and acting as a critical friend, through support and advice.

By providing an exciting curriculum within a caring and secure environment, we aim to ensure that each child can reach their full potential in every aspect of their development at Woodhill Primary School.

The governing body may be contacted via Julie Newman, Governance Administrator for the Trust. Email: jnewman@inspirepartnership.co.uk

Ed Britton - Chair

Community LCC member

Term starts:24/1/2020 Term ends: 23/1/2024

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared.

I have lived in South East London all my working life. I have enjoyed the great sense of community here and am pleased, by being an LCC member mat the Inspire Partnership Greenwich Hub, to have the opportunity to be able to give something back to the community. I have been a governor at Woodhill since 2016, having previously been on the governing bodies of other local primary and secondary schools.

My own children, three daughters, are past school age now. But the memory of how important their first school was to each of them is still very much with me. I am determined to do all I can to help Woodhill give a great start to all the children that pass through our school.

I had a variety of jobs in the finance sector before stopping work in 2018. It’s great to be able to put my management experience and numeric skills to practical use for the benefit of the Inspire Partnership and our pupils.

Michael Stanton - Community Governor

Community governor appointed by governors

Term starts: 22/5/2023 Term ends: 21/05/2027

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared.

I am delighted to have the opportunity here at the Inspire Partnership Greenwich Hub to help develop excellent schools. I passionately believe that a well-run school benefits not only children but the community as a whole.

I worked as a teacher in Spain in 2010-2011, and worked with a number of wonderful teachers. I observed how well children and young adults responded to an inclusive environment, and saw how well effective teaching engages students. As such, education remains very close to my heart.

Originally from Devon, I moved to Woolwich in 2013, and have worked for the Bank of England since 2016. During my time at the Bank of England, I’ve looked closely at new banks’ applications – particularly in regard to their effective governance and senior manager appointments. My experience of assessing governance and effective senior management is something I hope will positively impact my role as Governor.

Samrein Hussain - Parent LCC member, Vice Chair

Parent LCC member elected by parents at Rockliffe Manor

Term starts: 15/11/2022 Term ends: 14/11/2026

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared

Martha Holder - Headteacher Woodhill Primary School

Interim Headteacher at Woodhill Primary School appointed by virtue of role

Term starts: 01/09/2025. Term ends: ongoing

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared.

Ayisha Hussain - Parent LCC member (Foxfield)

Parent LCC member

Term starts: 07/10/2024 Term ends: 06/10/2028

Relevant business/ pecuniary interests: None declared.

Nancy Cook - Headteacher Rockliffe Manor

Headteacher at Rockliffe Manor appointed by virtue of role

Term starts: 12/02/2022 Term ends: ongoing

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared.

Megan Minnett - Co-Headteacher Foxfield Primary School

Co-Headteacher at Foxfield appointed by virtue of role

Term starts: 01/01/2021. Term ends: ongoing

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared.

Tatum Ward - Co-Headteacher Foxfield Primary School

Co-Headteacher at Foxfield appointed by virtue of role

Term starts: 01/01/2021 Term ends: ongoing

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared

Walker Syachalinga - Community LCC member

Community LCC member

Terms starts: 31/01/2022 Term ends: 30/01/2026

Relevant business/pecuniary interests: None declared

I am a trainee solicitor at a law firm in the City of London. Prior to that role, I worked as a researcher and an editor in legal publishing. I am committed to expanding educational opportunities and previously served as trustee of a charity assisting high achieving youths from low income backgrounds. Outside my job, I campaign on local road safety and climate issues in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.