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Governors

Governance Handbook

Parent Governor Elections – Autumn 2022

  • Letter dated 7th December 2022 providing information of forthcoming election for new Parent Governors
  • Parent governor nomination form – Closing date 2PM Tuesday 20th December 2022

Please click on the links below to access documents relating to the election of a new parent governor.

  • Qualifications and disqualifications to serve as a school governor

Foundation Governors

Being a Foundation Governor is very rewarding and a great way to live out your faith and serve our School & Parish Community. As a Foundation Governor, you are a member of the governing body which works with the Headteacher to set high expectations and drive school improvement, preserving and developing the Catholic ethos of our school. 

You must be over 18 and a practising Catholic.  Expertise or life experience which will contribute to the success of the school is ideal but most important is a passion for school improvement to enable every child to reach their potential and, a commitment to playing an active part while working as part of a team.

If you are interested in becoming a Foundation Governor at St Bede’s, we would love to hear from you.  Please complete an application form and return it to patricia.lawlor@redbridge.gov.uk or drop your completed form in to the School Office.

The current Governors are:

Name Role Appointed Until
Mr M Butcher Foundation – Chair of Governors 6/11/25
Mrs A Eguakhide Authority Governor (LEA) – Vice-Chair of Governors 11/08/26
Vacant Parent Governor  
Vacant Parent Governor  
Mr J Delaney Foundation governor 24/11/26
Mrs A Dayson Staff Governor 16/1/24
Mr G Nott Headteacher Governor Appointed for the duration of his headship
Mrs Licinia Fernandes Foundation Governor 30/11/26
Mr Prince Osei-Mensah Foundation Governor 30/11/26
Fr S Connolly Foundation Governor Appointed for the duration of his term as Parish Priest
Ms N Johnson Foundation Governor 24/11/26
Mr G Mathew Foundation Governor 31/12/23

LEA Governor

This Governor is appointed by the Local Education Authority. Their term of office is for the life of the Council (4 years), or from the period of their appointment until the next local elections.

Parent Governors

These are parents of children who attend St. Bede’s School. They are elected on to the Governing Body by the votes of other parents, and they represent the voice of the “users” of the school. Their term of office runs for four years.


Governor Profiles

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MARK BUTCHER

My name is Mark Butcher and I am the current Chair of Governors at St Bedes.  I am married with 3 daughters, all of which have attended or currently attend St Bede’s, and more recently the eldest has just completed her Law degree at Bristol University (2022); the middle one has just embarked on a Musical Theatre Degree at Guildford School of Acting (GSA) and the youngest is currently in Year 6 at St Bedes.  I strongly believe that St Bede’s has been at the centre of their development, from EYFS through to year 6; especially with their approach to learning which has equipped them with the skills required to ease the transition from primary school to secondary school and beyond.

First and foremost I am a Dad.  I am also a Catechist responsible for the Holy Communion Programme at St Cedd’s, our family parish.  I work for a Chartered Surveyors as Business Improvement and Compliance Lead within the Commercial Property Management Department. I have always lived locally and attended St Aidan’s Primary School and then The Palmer Catholic Academy.

Why am I good for St Bedes? Well, I am a highly motivated individual that strives for excellence in everything that I do and embrace new challenges with tenacity and enthusiasm.  I am loyal and dedicated and am able to empathise with people to ensure positive outcomes are received, whilst keeping focused on the overall objectives of the school.  I am a strong leader whilst being an active team player.  I believe in learning something new every day therefore I am always looking for new skills that can improve mine and add value to my role as Chair.  

I want what is best for St Bede’s and all the children that attend St Bede’s.  I thoroughly enjoy my role as Chair of Governors at St Bedes and look forward to working with the team over the next few years to continue supporting St Bedes in being the best that it can be.

 

ANNA DAYSON

I am currently Staff Governor here at St Bede’s. I have been a member of staff since September 2007 and have been fortunate to teach in Years 2,4,5 and 6. My position within the school is Year 6 teacher, head of upper key stage 2 and Assistant Head teacher. I was very fortunate to see my own three children educated in our amazing school and also to be a pupil here myself – many years ago.

I am extremely proud of our school, we have the most incredible children, a strong and supportive staff and a very dedicated Leadership team – which I am proud to be a part of. I endeavor to provide support as a staff governor to our Governing body to ensure that our children grow in their faith, remain happy, safe and achieve the very best that they can whilst here at St Bede’s.

 

NICOLA JOHNSON

I am a Foundation Governor appointed in November 2018. I have two children, one at St. Bedes and another at New City College Redbridge.     I have a keen interest in education developed largely due to my son having special educational needs and me having to manoeuvre my way around the system to ensure that he received the best possible education. I am presently employed part time at a local primary school.

My management experience across a number of sectors has helped develop and enhance my skills. The skills I bring to the Governing Body include ability to take an objective approach, strong problem solving and observational skills, excellent communication skills, and ability to work under pressure. I have a passion for property development and interior design and plan to develop this more in the future.

 

GEO MATHEW

I joined St.Bede’s as a Foundation Governor in January 2020. I have been a member of St.Bede’s Parish community since 2012. My two boys are currently attending St.Bede’s Primary School. I have been working in the NHS Healthcare Sector for the past 16 years. I have a post graduate certification in Education (Medical).

My role is to help and support the leaders of the school in making decisions based on Catholic faith and to preserve and develop the Catholic character of the school. I would be aiming to support the policies and procedures that ensure that our school functions efficiently in the changing and challenging times and also bring out the very best in the staff and our children.

 

ANGELA EGUAKHIDE

I am Angela and I have been a foundation governor for over 10 years. I am a mother of two and they both attended St. Bede’s Catholic Primary School and I am proud of the foundation that this school helped instil in both my kids. My eldest finishing his A levels and going off to University in September 2021 and my daughter is in Year 7 at Southend High School for Girls.

I am privileged to be a foundation governor (for over 10 years) at my local Catholic school working with fellow governors (foundation and parent) as well as staff to continue to foster an environment where children develop a love of learning and appreciation of our Catholic faith. I am very impressed by the high standards of education, strong Catholic ethos that St Bede embodies as well as the outstanding care shown to all the children that call St Bede their school as well as their alumni. 

Being actively involved as a governor (Vice Chair, Chair of Finance, Various Link governors including admissions) has given me a greater understanding of other important roles in school life and I look forward to working with the team (governors & staff) to ensure that St Bede grows from strength to strength.

 

JOHN DELANEY

I am married with two children, one at St Bede’s, the other at Campion HS Hornchurch. As a school governor I want to promote the school’s Catholic beliefs, whilst contributing to the school’s high standards and educational achievements. I have 30 years policing experience where I managed specialised safeguarding units gaining valuable skills and knowledge of multi-agency working.

I enjoy all types of sporting activities especially cycling.  I am passionate about the education and welfare of all children and believe that they should be provided with the necessary support to reach their full potential.

 

LUCY FERNANDES

I am married with two children, one at St Bede’s, the other at Campion HS Hornchurch. As a school governor I want to promote the school’s Catholic beliefs, whilst contributing to the school’s high standards and educational achievements. I have 30 years policing experience where I managed specialised safeguarding units gaining valuable skills and knowledge of multi-agency working.

I enjoy all types of sporting activities especially cycling.  I am passionate about the education and welfare of all children and believe that they should be provided with the necessary support to reach their full potential.

 

PRINCE OSEI-MENSAH

I am married with 4 beautiful children.  I was educated in catholic schools in Ghana, (Pope John secondary school in Koforidua, Ghana). I am privileged to be appointed as foundation governor at St Bede’s Primary school in Redbridge.  My twin girls are in year 3 in this school. My elder son completed his primary education in the school in 2020 and now in year 9 at Ilford County High school. My second son just completed year 6 at St Bede’s Primary in 2022 and now in Trinity Catholic High School in South Woodford. I and my spouse are very active and passionate about our children education as parents. I believe supporting the school and teachers in making important decisions and implementing those decisions will help all the children to achieve
the best outcome in their primary education. 

As a foundation Governor, I will be working with fellow governors, as well as staff to continue to create the space where children develop a love of learning and appreciation of our Catholic faith. As senior practitioner in social work, working in children services for the past 12 years, I understand the importance of children learning in a safe environment, to thrive and harness their full potential.  I am very impressed by the high standards of education, strong Catholic ethos that St Bede exemplifies as well as the outstanding care shown to all the children who have made St Bede their school. 

As a catholic and strong believer of our ethos and faith, I want to support the continuing success of St Bede’s Primary School and its pupils in the spirit of catholic ethos. I am motivated individual who strives for excellence in everything I do and ensure that work is to high standard, new challenges with enthusiasm.   I look forward in working with the school, educational team and governors to achieve the best outcomes for our children.

 

 


Link Governors

Area of Designation Lead Member of Staff Link Governor
Health and Safety Mr G Nott/Mr Peter Roberts Angela Eguakhide
Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Mrs L Clarke

John Delaney

Pupil Premium  & Looked After Children Mr G Nott John Delaney
Worship Mrs M Mackie Fr Sean Connolly
Maths Miss Lynch-Smith Geo Mathew
Data Protection Champion Mr G Nott Geo Mathew
Child Protection/ Safeguarding Mr G Nott Mark Butcher
Head teacher’s Appraisal Mr G Nott Mark Butcher
Religious Education Mrs M Mackie Mark Butcher
Nursery  Mrs E Wright  Prince Osei-Mensah
Reception Miss L Maguire  Prince Osei-Mensah
Pupil/Parent Partnerships Katherine Roberts Vacancy
Sports Grant Mr M Newman Prince Osei-Mensah
English Miss T Green Nicola Johnson
History and Geography Mrs A Dayson Lucy Fernandes
Governor Training Mr G Nott Anna Dayson
Science Miss J Appleton Prince Osei-Mensah

Full Governor Details

Full Name of Governor Date of Appointment Length of Term of Office Date stepped down if applicable Appointing body Position of responsibility Register of Interest
AGBEDO, Mrs Eremina 1/12/2014 & re-elected 5/12/2018 4 years 31/5/22 Parent governor  Link governor for Pupil Premium  & Looked After Children n/a
ANATSUI, Mr Emmanuel 10/10/2011 12 years 9/10/15 Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Previously Chair of Governors Governor at Hylands  PS, LB Havering
BUTCHER, Mr Mark

7/11/2013 & re-appointed 7/11/2017 & 

7/11/2021

4 years n/a Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Chair of Governors; & link governor for Pupil Performance (Data/RAISE online/Dashboard) & Performance Management

Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School

CASTILLO, Mrs Mitus 1/10/2018 4 years 30/9/22 Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
n/a n/a
CONNOLLY, Rev. Fr Sean 01/10/2021 For the duration of his term as Parish Priest n/a Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Parish Priest n/a
DAYSON, Mrs Anna 17/1/2020 4 years n/a Staff Governor Staff Governor n/a
DELANEY, Mr John 5/12/2018 4 years n/a Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
n/a n/a
EGUAKHIDE, Mrs Angela

4/10/2014 & re-appointed 4/10/2018 & 

appointed LEA governor 11/8/22

4 years n/a Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Vice Chair of Governors
Chair of Finance & Personnel Commiittee & Link governor for Curriculum & Premises Health & Safety/Sports Grant & Admissions
n/a
FROST, Mrs Frances 9/9/2014 4 years 8/9/18 Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Chair of Teaching, Learning & General Purposes Committee
Link governor for Early Years Foundation Stage & Religious Education
n/a
HARRISON, Mrs Sharon 7/11/2013 4 years 6/11/17 Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Link governor for  Special Educational Needs (SEN) & English n/a
IMOH, Mr Paul 1/12/2014 4 years 30/11/18 Parent Governor Link governor for Pupil/Parent Partnerships Owner of a health & social care business
JOHNSON, Ms Nicola 26/11/2018 4 years n/a Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
n/a n/a
LEISER, Mrs Tracey 20/11/2017 4 years 31/12/19 Staff Governor Staff Governor n/a
MATHEW, Mr Geo 1/1/2020 4 years n/a Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Link governor responsibility for Maths n/a
NOTT, Mr Gary 1/9/2012 For the duration of his headship n/a Headteacher Governor Headteacher Published Author
O’CONNOR, Rev. Fr Martin 2/11/2016 For the duration of his term as Parish Priest 30/09/21 Diocese of Brentwood
(Foundation Governor)
Parish Priest n/a
  • Governing Body Minutes 21/22

    • Full Governing Body Meeting 14th July 2022
    • Full Governing Body Meeting 10th February 2022
    • Full Governing Body Meeting 2nd December 2021
    • Full Governing Body Meeting 23rd September 2021
  • Governor Meetings 2022-23
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