My son attended Penny Acres from reception through to the end of year 6, and my daughter is currently Penny Acres and thoroughly enjoying her time there. I was co-opted on to the Penny Acres Primary School governing body in March 2018 and so was part of the governing body as we federated with Wigley Primary School, later being elected Chair at the end of 2019. The governing body is responsible for the oversight of the management of each of the schools, offering a critical ear to the Head Teacher and ensuring robust accountability, and it is a privilege to be part of this.

During the day, I work as an independent mortgage adviser, working with a wide variety of homeowners, to ensure they receive the best advice on the mortgage most suitable to their individual circumstances. Working within a highly regulated environment has given me a vast array of transferable skills to take in to my governor role.

I’m a big rugby fan, and in my spare time, I enjoy watching live games, and volunteer as a coach of a junior rugby team in Dronfield. I enjoy imparting some of my experience of the game to the new generation, and I’m currently working towards my England Rugby Coaching Award.

I am very proud to be the Executive Headteacher of two wonderful, quintessentially rural, Derbyshire schools, having moved to the Federation in November 2018 after previously working in the Bolsover area for 15 years.

I am passionately committed to improving the outcomes for all of the pupils in our Federation in order that they can reach their full potential and be proud of their achievements. I do this through encouraging a strong sense of family, a respect and tolerance of others and through an unwavering belief that every pupil can achieve - a vison passionately shared by staff in both schools.

As Headteacher, I will continue to strive to maintain and raise the standards of both schools in the Federation, ensuring that both schools, pupils and parents make positive contributions to our fabulous communities.

I am married with two children (aged 10 and 13) and in what spare time I have, I enjoy Motorcycle Trials riding, fishing and walking with my family in the countryside we are very fortunate to have on our doorstep.

Both my daughter and son attended Wigley school from reception to year 6. The environment in school is outstanding and they loved their time at Wigley. The opportunities to learn in such a warm and secure environment provided by the staff has set them on their way.

I have served twice as a governor, first as a parent governor and now as a co-opted governor. The role is enjoyable and it’s a privilege to be involved In. Mental health and personal wellbeing are close to my heart and I enjoy supporting the school community in this regard.

I have worked in the building trade for 26 years and own my own business, trading locally in Chesterfield and surrounding areas. I’m able to use experience of health and safety and building/property management to support the school .

In what little spare time I have, I enjoy open water swimming and cold water therapy. I’m obsessed with sport, especially football and motorcycle racing.

I love the opportunities for enrichment at our schools and enjoy the opportunity to meet and spend time with all the families that make up our fantastic school Community.

I am a parent of two children at Wigley Primary School and Parent Governor (Vice Chair) for the Federation. I aim to bring my lifelong passion for learning and development, and experience of teaching to the role. I am enjoying getting to know both schools and gaining the knowledge and skills needed to support the Federation.
It is an absolute pleasure to have the opportunity to support two wonderful rural schools in providing the best education for each and every child that attends.

I have dedicated the last few years to raising my three children and playing my part in the running of our family farm. My love for Wigley extends beyond governance to being Chair of the PTFA and finding any opportunity I can to come in and be part of school alongside these wonderful children. When I'm not in school you will find me enjoying music, nature, and learning about personal development on the farm I am blessed to call my home.

As a parent governor at my daughter's school, I am committed to ensuring that all children receive the best possible education and a well-rounded school experience.

I chose to take on this role to learn more about the federation and assist where possible, and have been very impressed thus far with the insight that I have received as a governor.

In my day job, I work as a dentist and am heavily involved in the governance at my workplace. I have been surprised with the number of similarities in policies, protocols & requirements etc., which hopefully allows me to be well placed in this role.

I aim to bring a parental perspective to decision-making and hope that every child has access to opportunities that allow them to reach their full potential.

I look forward to working alongside the fantastic staff in the federation, fellow governors, and parents to help make a positive difference to the school community.

Although most of my time is at Wigley, I have had the pleasure traversing both schools over the last 5 years: enjoying getting to know the pupils across the Federation in school and on visits and residentials.

I have been a teacher for over 32 years, finding experience from schools in Nottinghamshire and in Derbyshire. I love the ethos that comes with the children, staff and parents from working in the Federation in small, rural schools; I still find teaching a privilege.

I live with my partner in Dronfield and have 2 adult sons. In my spare time, I love reading, swimming and walking, as well as supporting Nottingham Forest.