I’m passionate about the school environment and have lots of professional experience working designing educational landscapes at all levels. 

As a director of a small company, I have a range of skills running a business and as a designer and project manager, problem-solving and working as a team come as second nature. 

My wife and I currently have two boys at the school so have a busy family life and lots of experiences to draw on. We feel fortunate to have landed here in such a thriving community. I see the tight relationship between the school and the village as of paramount importance and will always look for ways to strengthen the bond. 

I became a Governor at Leafield School in 2020.  I live in Leafield village and my youngest child attend the school. 

My background is in Human Resources. In my early career I worked as a management consultant, assisting companies with remuneration of employees. I then worked in-house for large global corporate organisations, developing reward strategies, HR policy and employee relations.

Since leaving my HR career in 2018 I have been retraining in horticulture. I now work in Garden Design.

I am extremely proud to have the opportunity to be a Governor.  I'm sure that, as a team, we will continue to help to improve an already successful school.

I joined the Leafield Governing Body as a Community Governor in September 2017, around the time that I moved to the village. I am the link Governor for Safeguarding. As a primary school teacher who has worked in Early Years and Key Stage 1 for the past 11 years, I bring experience, enthusiasm and knowledge of primary education to the board. When not at work, I enjoy horse riding and exploring the footpaths around Leafield with my dachshund puppy, Bruno!

I moved back to Leafield in 2015 and joined the Governing Body in mid 2020 as a Community Governor. I support the finance and pay committees. I am interested in ensuring that children go to school in an environment that is safe and supportive whilst encouraging confidence and independent thought.

A Christian and a professional photographer for over 30 years, and living in Leafield for 19 of those. My passions include singing, ceramics, drama and my family. I am currently developing a series of clay workshops/retreat days for all ages. I became a Governor in September 2020.

This year the Governing Body has 3 new members: 

Hannah Bailey - Foundation Governor

Jeanette Shaw - Community Governor

Lisa Bedlow - Community Governor

There will be more information about our new members provided soon.