Governors

Chair of Governors.

Co-opted Governor (02/12/2015 – 02/12/17)

I am a parent and my son is currently in year 11 at Allerton Grange, having joined the school in year 7. I have been a governor in the Primary Sector since October 2006 and have held the post National Leader of Governance. I work for IBM and I currently manage a global team reporting on and evaluating the effectiveness of education  delivered internally. I also tutor on courses covering Professional Development Skills to our graduate intake. Previously, I have worked in a variety of roles including IT Support, Computer Programming, Project Management and Financial Analysis & Management. I also have a PGCE and have taught in the Adult Education sector.

Parent Governor (05/06/15 – 04/06/19) Vice-chair

I have a son in year 10 and a daughter in year 7 in Allerton Grange. Apart from the important qualification of being a parent I have over 20 years’ experience of professional work on equality and inclusion in multi-cultural societies. I have worked in academia as a research fellow and also in the voluntary sector with organisations such as the Young Foundation and Oxfam. I have been a trustee of three voluntary organisations, and worked as the manager of an international research project on teacher education.

Head Teacher (20/04/15 - )

Local Authority Governor (01/09/14 – 01/09/18)

Allerton Grange is very important to me. I started my teaching career here in 1971, moving on after nine very happy years. My two sons attended Allerton Grange before going on to University. I owe Allerton Grange a great deal and have been proud to serve as a governor for many years, with several years spent as Chair of Governors. The progress made by our school in the last few years has been particularly exciting.

Co-opted Governor (15/07/14 – 15/07/18)

I am the treasurer of Leeds Islamic Centre and the manager of Al ~ Khidmat Centre. I am also on the board of Lantern Learning Trust, of which several local primary schools are members.

Co-opted Governor (07/09/14 – 07/09/18)

I was first appointed to Allerton Grange Governing Body in 1986 as a parent Governor when my two daughters attended the school and spent 12 years as Chair. Since then, I have been a co-opted governor. I have previous experience as the FE Governor of City of Leeds and Primrose Hill Joint Governing Board, where I spent 10 years (5 years as Vice Chair and 1 year as Chair). I originally worked as a teacher for 6 years at the school before moving into FE and then finally to Leeds University in the Department of Education.

I am currently linked with the SLT member who is responsible for Pupil Premium students. I have been a member of Strategy & Resources Committee and Teaching, Learning and Support Committee as I am retired from work and able to attend the school during school day.

Co-opted Governor (11/07/16 – 10/07/18)

As an experienced former Deputy Headteacher/Acting Headteacher coupled with my experiences as an independent Education Consultant, I provide quality, reliable, supportive as well as challenging additional capacity to the Governing Body. I bring rigour, organisation, commitment, flexibility and excellent communication skills in the areas of school improvement.

With the ongoing changes in education and the OFSTED framework, I strongly believe that the areas that are high risk to the school are: Standards, Leadership and Management at all levels, self-evaluation and the quality of Teaching and Learning, thus ensuring that the school provides value for money and a quality education service to the students, staff and the wider community.

I ensure that I am up to date with the latest trends, legislation and initiatives in education. My practice and feedback from centres with whom I have worked closely is that I am honest, transparent, patient and resourceful. I believe in sharing good practice both within and across organisations. A key part of my work is to monitor, review and evaluate, not only the colleagues with whom I work, but my own contribution to avoid complacency. This is important in ensuring that the Headteachers, Principals, Governing Bodies and other key staff receive consistent information and guidance to keep the organizations moving forward, thus impacting positively on student outcomes.

Co-opted Governor (10/07/2017 - 16/05/2021)

I have been teaching since 2006 and am currently a Lead Practitioner of English and an SLE (Specialist Leader of Education) at a secondary school in North Yorkshire. As a local resident and parent of two young children, I'm keen to get involved in the community as much as possible. I helped set up and am on the committee of Roundhay Junior Parkrun, where I can regularly be found volunteering on a Sunday morning. I look forward to supporting Allerton Grange, combining my expertise gained from working in schools and my commitment to the local area, as it moves from strength to strength.

Co-opted Governor (10/07/17 – 09/07/21)

I am originally from Leeds, and a former pupil of Allerton Grange. I have specialised in defending serious crime since 1993 when I was admitted as a solicitor. I was called to the bar in 2016. I now practice as an independent barrister, and I am now a Crown Prosecutor. I have over 23 years’ experience in advising in a wide range of serious criminal and associated matters. I have also been involved in a wide range of regulatory cases. I am a resident of Roundhay, and my wife and I have a young son. I am also a keen sportsman, and member of a local running club and squash club. I am pleased to be a governor at my local high school that I attended myself. I hope to make both staff and students proud to be a member of the AGS learning community and improve the aspiration and outcomes for students from any background.

Co-opted Governor (10/07/17 – 09/07/21)

I have a son who is now in the 6th form at Allerton Grange.

I am a former Assistant Head teacher, experienced English teacher, Moderator and Examiner.

I have an interest in Special Educational Needs and Disability. I am also the chairperson of a small charity supporting the provision of extra-curricular activities for primary school children in the North East of Leeds.

Parent Governor (05/06/15 – 04/06/19)

I have two children at the school, one in year 10 and one in year 8.

I am currently the Programme Director for the MA Corporate Communications, Marketing & Public Relations at Leeds University Business School.

Parent Governor (05/06/15 – 04/06/19)

I am a trustee on the board of a small community organisation called CATCH. I am a Family Support Worker for a cluster in west Leeds. I have also just started working as a helpline worker for the forced marriage organisation called Karma Nirvana.

I have previously served as a governor and chair of governors on the governing body of Hovingham Primary School. I have also served as a non-executive director on the board of East Leeds PCT.

I ran an Asian women’s support group, Ohmeed, on a voluntary basis, as well as having the roll of Treasurer on the management.

Newly elected staff governor -

I have worked at Allerton Grange since 2015, and during my time here, I have tackled numerous challenges, developed new initiatives, and was successful in applying for a promotion after only six months. I was also nominated as colleague of the year last year, which I can honestly say was my most honoured moment, in my working life so far.

I have a number of interests and hobbies, I go bouldering, I enjoy walking, wild swimming and love going on camping holidays. I have a great desire to help people and make a difference and believe that that is why I have such a passion for my job. It is never easy and day to day hurdles can be tough, but I enjoy the challenge and I’m excited to see what my time here will bring.

I care about my future, I care about the students and I care about Allerton Grange.

Parent Governor (07/07/15 – 06/07/19)

I am an elected parent Governor linked to special education needs at Allerton Grange. I am currently in my second term, having started as a Governor in the summer of 2011.

I work part-time for Leeds City Council Children’s Services and I am a volunteer parent representative for Bliss, a charity for families of babies born premature or sick. I am married with three children, one who has since left 6th form at Allerton Grange, one in year 11 and one in year 7.

I am not a Governor at any other schools, nor am I on the board of any voluntary organisations.

Associate Governor (10/07/13 – 10/07/17)

My two sons attended Allerton Grange before going on to University.

I am currently a governor at Talbot Primary School.

Associate Governor (01/10/16 - 01/10/20)

I am currently a staff governor at Hovingham Primary School where I have worked as the Head of Family Team for the last two years. Within my role I am the lead designate for child protection and bring extensive knowledge and experience of multi-agency practice acquired from a variety of citywide and cluster based roles in Leeds City Council Children’s Services and educational settings.