Mrs Clare Parkin

Chair of Governors,

Parent Governor

As a Parent Governor, I have two children at our school (KS1 and KS2). I have a background in HR and Personnel, having worked for national companies ensuring policies and procedures are followed and budgets maintained. I am Chair of the Curriculum Committee and a member of the Finance and Personnel Committee. When at school my favourite subject was English and even now I am a keen reader, which is something I hope to pass onto my own children.

chair@weaverhamforest.cheshire.sch.uk

Mrs Lisa Cook

Parent Governor

I have been privileged to have children in our school for the past nine years, my eldest are now at High School and I have one boy currently in KS2.

With a background in teaching and as a mother I am very pleased to have this opportunity to be part of the team at Weaverham Forest that supports the children and staff in achieving all they do

Mrs Kath Burgess

Safeguarding Governor

My four daughters and two granddaughters attended Weaverham Forest Primary School and during that time I was a parent governor. I am a recently retired senior lecturer from the University of Liverpool where I was Head of the Directorate of Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy for eight years. I have a keen interest in local football and enjoy watching most sports. I help to run the Cheshire Girls Football League which keeps me very busy on Saturday mornings. Although I am still involved with my profession at a national level, I am keen to support my local primary school where our children begin their educational journey and develop their aspirational goals for their future lives and careers.

Cllr Charles Fifield

I live in Acton Bridge and work locally as a Chartered Surveyor. I am married and have 3 children. I became a Local Authority Governor of Weaverham Forest in 2011 following my election as a Local Councillor for Weaver & Cuddington ward. My favourite subject at school was History.

Mr Russell Prigmore

Co-opted Governor

I'm a member of the curriculum committee and finance and personnel.

Mr David Rushton

Vice Chair of Governors

Co-opted Governor

My daughter attended Weaverham Forest. In work, I am a programme manager and try to bring the knowledge and experience I have from work into the operation of the governing body. I am also an Explorer Scout Leader and enjoy spending time pursuing outdoor activities. At school my favourite subject was Geography.

Mrs Melissa Rayner

Deputy Headteacher

I have been Deputy Head at Weaverham Forest Primary School since 2012.  I am the school’s designated Safeguarding Lead and believe the well-being of our children and staff plays a vital role in the successful learning here at Forest Street. 

Mrs Yvonne Williams

Mr Mike Hornby

Co-opted Governor, Vice Chair of Governors

I was a pupil at Weaverham Forest, as were my two sons.

Now retired, I worked for HM Revenue and Customs, latterly as a policy officer at HMRC HQ.

My principal role at school is as a classroom volunteer, presently with Year 2, so as a Governor I try to maintain links and a watching brief on school life.