Meet the Governors
Natalie Felton (Chair of Governors)
Email: info@drighlingtonprimary.org.uk
I have been a Governor at Drighlington Primary School since 2013 and was elected Chair of the Governing Body in September 2017, a position that I’m very proud to hold. I sit on both of our committees, Resources and Teaching & Learning. I truly believe that all children deserve the best possible education and that I have the skills to contribute to helping our school achieve the best results for them. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family, read and go the gym.
Charlotte Bowers
I joined the Governing Body at Drighlington Primary School as a co-opted governor in December 2018. I’ve previously worked within the education sector for over 15 years within Human Resources. I wanted to use my experience and knowledge gained to make a valuable contribution to the education of young people and to the local community. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I also volunteer with a Brownie Guide Unit assisting with activities, events and overnight camps that give young people the chance to discover their potential and learn about the world around them.
Jayne Ford
I joined the governors at Drighlington Primary School in November 2018 after being a governor for 10 years at another Leeds primary school. I am the Early Years Governor. I am married and have 3 daughters and spending time with family is very important to me. I am a keen football fan and also enjoy eating out, reading and travelling. I have worked in education for over 30 years as a primary school teacher and children’s centre teacher with children from birth to 11 years. More recently I have worked as an Early Years consultant and trainer supporting schools and settings with quality improvement. I am passionate about making a real difference to children’s lives and supporting them to reach their full potential.
Natalie Webster
I started as a staff governor in February 2022. I currently work in KS1 and I am a HLTA covering teacher’s PPA. I have worked at the school for 15 years and all 3 of my children attended Drighlington Primary, which is why I have a passion about the school and making it a success. I would like to offer my knowledge and understanding of being in the classroom to support my role as governor. Out of school I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, watching rugby and listening to music.
Paula Beck
I joined the Governing Body at Drighlington Primary School as a co-opted governor in March 2022. I’ve been professionally involved with Schools now for a number of years in my role as a HR Business Partner and I provide HR support to schools including multi academy Trusts across a wide range of HR issues. I am passionate about the education of our children. I strongly believe that all children and young people regardless of their backgrounds are entitled to the best education, in a safe and inspiring environment so that they can achieve the very best start and lead fulfilling lives. When not working I enjoy spending time with family and friends, running, yoga, music and reading.
David Smith
I am a qualified Barrister and higher education (HE) professional and work for a University in Leeds in the areas of quality assurance and higher education regulation. I am currently undertaking a PhD in the area of higher education regulation and am due to complete in the next few years (wish me luck!) I joined the School as a co-opted governor in March 2023 and am on the Resources and Learning and Teaching Committees as part of the governing board. I very much want to use my knowledge and experience to support the School and students in receiving the best possible education. Away from work, I enjoy walking my dog Penny across Yorkshire, and enjoy supporting my football team, listening (and playing) music, reading, and planning my next holiday.
Governor Membership
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Name |
Appointed by |
Date of appointment |
Posts held |
Relevant business and pecuniary interests |
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Charlotte Bowers
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Co-opted by GB
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05/12/2018
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Children Looked After Child Protection |
None
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Natalie Felton Chair of GB
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Appointed by LA
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08/11/2017
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Complaints Assessment GB Training GB Action Plan |
None
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Jayne Ford |
Co-opted by GB |
05/12/2018 |
Early Years Early Years Reading
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EY Advisor Leeds |
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Ania Lomax Co-opted by GB 11/11/2020 Equalities None
Anti-bullying
Ben Smith Parent Governor 22/10/2021 SEND None
Natalie Webster Staff Governor 08/02/2022 Curriculum None
Paula Beck Co-opted by GB 23/03/2022 Pupil Premium Lives in local community
Leeds school Adviser
David Smith Co-opted by GB 01/03/2023 Resources and Learning None
Teaching Committee
Governors who have resigned within the last 12 months
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Susan Tyler John Kehoe Steve Housden Sue Jackson Brad Allen Helen Addinall John Feaster Ania Lomax |
Co-opted by GB Staff Governor Co-opted by GB Head Teacher Co-opted by GB Headteacher Parent Governor Co-opted by GB |
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Privacy Notice
To enable our School Governors to support our school we use personal information, for example:
- Name and contact details
- Declarations of interest
- Vetting information
- Digital images
- Behaviours
The school is the data controller for this information. Data processors may support this activity through the provision of systems.
We are required by law to collect and use this information and our legal basis for using the personal information is our Legal Obligation under section 538 of the Education Act 1996. Our legal basis for using special category personal information is Substantial Public Interest.
We sometimes need to share some information, for example with:
- Our local authority
- The Department for Education (DfE)
- Other education providers
- Regulatory Bodies
Data is also entered manually on the Get Information About Schools (GIAS) system and held by DfE. Some of this information (e.g. name and role on the board) is publicly available.
We will not share Governor personal data with anyone else without their consent unless it is permitted by law.
The information we use will be retained until the Governor ceases to work with the school, plus one year.