Our Governing Body

	Mrs Nina Tomlinson - Chair of Governors Local Authority Governor To contact Mrs Tomlinson please call the school office
Appointed by:	Local Authority
Term of office:	15th March 2021 to 14th March 2025
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare Complaints Committee Appraisal Committee Pupil Discipline Committee
Other responsibilities:	Chair of Governors SEN & Child Protection Governor Online Safety History
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am the Chair of the Governors and have been a member of the governing body since 2017. My working life has been in the Health Service where I was a senior ward sister at The Royal Preston Hospital. I have lived in Penwortham most of my life and my children have attended local schools. My grandson was a pupil at Middleforth and I became a volunteer helper with a specialist interest in reading which is a role I still enjoy today. I continue to be impressed with the caring and nurturing attitudes in school and the dedication of all staff which enables the children to receive a high quality education with encompassing Christian values.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	For the last six years I have been a Volunteer Helper within the school. This role has included a special interest in reading with KS1 children. I have continued to be impressed by the caring and nurturing attitudes in school and dedication of the staff to enable children to receive a high standard of education.

	Mrs Laraine Southwell Vice - Chair of Governors Local Authority Governor
Appointed by:	Blackburn Diocese
Term of office:	10th October 2023 to 9th October 2027
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare Appraisal Committee Pay Committee Pupil Discipline Committee
Other responsibilities:	Vice-Chair of Governors EYFS Outdoor Learning inc Forest School
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	As a retired infant teacher I have a lot of experience which I can use to support school both as a volunteer in the classroom and as a governor.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As an active member of St Leonard's Church I was asked if I was interested in becoming a governor. I am very keen to foster and maintain the excellent relationship between Church and school.

	Mrs Nicola Pilkington Headteacher
Appointment:	Ex Officio
Term of office:	1st January 2022
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	Headteacher roles and responsibilities including PREVENT & Mental Health
Relevant business interests:	None
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	Ms Elizabeth McKay - Co-opted Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	13th November 2021 to 12th Novemner 2025
Committees:	Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	English Phonics Curriculum
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	Water Primary School (Assistant Headteacher)
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am currently an Assistant Headteacher in a small Primary School in Lancashire. I am a current governor at my own school and have been for 12 years. I am also a specialist leader in Education and passionate about education.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I have wanted to become a governor at another school for a while. After noticing the vacancy and finding out about what a lovely school Middleforth is, I was excited to become a part of the governing body.

	Mrs Emma Wear - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	3rd November 2020 to 2nd November 2024
Committees:	Resources
Other responsibilities:	Maths
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am a Chartered Accountant and have worked within finance for over 10 years. I support senior management understand financial information to help inform decision making.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I have two daughters attending Middleforth, and applied for the parent governor role as I have a skill set to offer support to the Governing Body. I had a very happy childhood as a Middleforth pupil, and delighted I can now help our school continue to offer a brilliant space for children to thrive.

	Mr Joe Noblet Staff Governor
Appointed by:	Staff
Term of office:	24th January 2022 to 23rd January 2026
Committees:	Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	None
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am currently in my fourth year of Primary Teaching and enrolled on my NPQLT (National Professional Qualification in Leading Teaching).
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I love teaching/working at Middleforth and feel as though it is the suitable time to progress in my career, as well as being able to represent the staff at the school. As a school, Middleforth has supported me in developing further as an individual, and when the opportunity to become a governor arose, I had to take it! I look forward to understanding how a Governor can influence a school and learn from others already on the governing body.

	Rev Nick Mansfield - Foundation Governor
Appointed by:	Blackburn Diocese
Term of office:	1st December 2020 to 31st November 2024
Committees:	Appraisal Committee Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	Collective Worship and Church School Distinctiveness R.E.
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I have enjoyed serving on the Governing Body for a number of years, supporting and strengthening the link between Church and School and nurturing the Christian ethos.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As Vicar of St Leonard's Church it is my privilege to be a Governor.

	Rev Janet Taylor - Foundation Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	16th August 2023 to 15th August 2027
Committees:	Appraisal Committee
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Membership of other educational establishments:	None
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	Dr Charlotte Barrow - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	3rd November 2020 to 2nd November 2024
Committees:	Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	SEN/Inclusion PPG
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	Senior Lecturer teaching Education Studies, and Childhood Studies for The University of Central Lancashire, and The Open University.
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I am a Senior Lecturer teaching Education Studies, and Childhood Studies for both the University of Central Lancashire, and The Open University, and have done so since 2004. I mainly teach students who are going on to teacher training themselves, and education professionals who want to develop their professional practice. My specialist areas are Special Educational Needs and inclusion, and children’s participation in educational research. I also have 20 years of experience in other early years and primary settings undertaking educational research, teaching yoga, and listening to readers.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	I have a daughter in school at Middleforth and have absolutely loved being a parent volunteer across several classes. I am delighted to have the opportunity to support the work of the governing body to supply an additional perspective as both a parent and an education professional – I have spent my whole working life encouraging others to reflect upon ways to improve the school experiences of pupils, particularly those who are vulnerable, and so acting as a parent governor is another way in which I can make a positive contribution to the education system.

	Mrs Emma Castle - Parent Governor
Appointed by:	Parents
Term of office:	29th January 2024 to 28th January 2028
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare

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	Vacancy - Parent Governor
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	Mr Tim Young - Co-opted Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	7th November 2020 to 6th November 2024
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare Pupil Discipline Committee Pay Committee
Other responsibilities:	Training link Governor Geography More able
Relevant business interests:	Railway Mission - Company SecretaryTravel Watch - Director
Membership of other educational establishments:	Community Governor & Link Governor at Howick CE Primary School (07041)
Interests and experience related to school governance:	Governor at the above school since 2003
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	Very impressed with the school on recent visits, especially to judge ‘Penwortham In Bloom’ , so when I knew there was a vacancy, I offered and was accepted.

	Mrs Caroline Boughey - Co-opted Governor
Appointed by:	Governing Body
Term of office:	14th June 2021 to 13th June 2025
Committees:	Resources Curriculum and Standards/Pupil Welfare
Other responsibilities:	Health and Safety PPG
Relevant business interests:	None
Membership of other educational establishments:	None
Interests and experience related to school governance:	I have been School Business Manager at Middleforth since 2019 and enjoy being involved in all areas of school life.
What made you decide to become a governor at Middleforth?	As Business Manager my work is very relevant to the Resources Committee (Finance and Buildings, Health and Safety), and being a Governor is an excellent opportunity to work closely together on key stategic decisions.