Governor Profiles

Stephen Courtnadge

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Tina Jaffray

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Jane Manley

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Munira Raja

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Olutomi Kaka

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Andrew Halford

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Kenneth Thomas

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Purity Ntombela

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Marc Titeux

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Sheila O'Neill

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Jennifer McCaffrey

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Alice Guthrie

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Parent Governor

Chair of Governing Body​
Chair of School Improvement Committee
​Resources Committee Member
​Strategy Group Member
Link Governor - Year 3
Link Governor - Science

​25/01/2016 – 24/01/2020
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I recently pledged to become a Parent Governor in order to provide the school with the support and scrutiny required to deliver an outstanding learning experience. By ensuring that the school delivers on its strategic direction and educational potential, I hope to assure fellow parents that Ruislip Gardens Primary School continues to deliver exceptional development opportunities. My experience in the Royal Air Force and current executive role at RAF Northolt has given me exposure to a wide variety of challenges in the air and on the ground. As a student, pilot, flying instructor, project manager and now Squadron Commander, education and governance are always close at hand; I will use this knowledge and experience to support the school and contribute to the Governors Board.

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Co-opted Governor

Vice Chair of Governing Body
Chair of Resources Committee
​Member of Pay Committee
Link Governor – Year 5
Link Governor – Geography

​​11/11/2009 – 31/08/2017

I became a Governor in 2009 as I wanted to volunteer in the community.   At that time I was working as a manager for CBBC and CBeebies so had a lot of contacts with schools and children in an entertainment setting.  Since joining the governing body, I have used my management skills on many panels to make objective decisions to get the best results for the pupils of the school.   I am currently a freelance tutor at the National Film & Television School in Beaconsfield, tutoring post graduate students.

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Co-opted Governor

Link Governor – Year 2
Link Governor – RE
Resources Committee Member
Pay Committee Member
Strategy Group Member

11/10/2013 - 10/10/2017



As the local parish priest, I feel it is important that I am actively involved in the local community. I particularly value, and enjoy, working alongside our schools, getting to know pupils, parents and staff and helping to ensure that Ruislip Gardens Primary School continues to offer our children a good foundation. I have been the parish priest at St Paul's Church, Ruislip Manor for four and a half years during which time we have refurbished the church to make it a place for the local community. This has given me a good insight into the challenges that churches and schools face to ensure that their premises are safe and fit for purpose. We enjoy welcoming the schools into the church and their participation in church community events.

Parent Governor

Link Governor - Reception
KS2 English
Resources Committee Member
​School Improvement Committee Member

​125/01/2016 – 24/01/2020

I volunteered to be a Governor as having the privilege to study and work in the Early Years sector, both in India and the UK, I was looking forward to being involved in my daughter's school in some way.  I see happy children, parents and always smiling staff at RGS, especially my daughter who loves the school.  My daughter says "it is fun"; I wanted to be part of that fun and happiness too.

The School Governor's role give me a chance to be part of my local community and to develop my professional and personal development, with a wealth of exciting learning and development opportunities.  I was looking forward to meeting new people and taking on board their values and thoughts to enhance my perspectives on children's attainment.  By attending meetings, being involved in decision making and helping out at school events I feel I am supporting the school and the leadership team in working towards their goals and objectives for the school.  I hope to contribute positively towards ensuring that every child has the chance to learn to the best of their capabilities.
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Co-opted Governor

Link Governor : Year 1
Link Governor : English
Link Governor : Safeguarding

23/01/2017 - 22/01/2021



I put myself forward for School Governorship in RGPS to support a school in my local community. With two adult children I have come to appreciate the importance of children getting the best start to a stable future through a good education.  My background is predominantly in Finance alongside volunteering in a local community Kidz Klub.  I have also had training in Counselling Skills for working with children and plan to be more involved in initiatives that support children’s mental well-being. I believe a good school life works together to ensure that children have a better chance for a happy and balanced future.  It is to this end that I want to objectively monitor and support the achievement of RGPS’ vision" to raise the standards of all learners through the provision of high quality teaching and learning in an enjoyable, safe and stimulating environment.​

Co-opted Governor

​​Link Governor : Year 6
​Link Governor : Maths
School Improvement Committee Member
​Pay Committee Member

23/01/2017 - 22/01/2021

With a background of 12 years experience working as a senior manager in a fast paced retail environment for Marks &     Spencer and more recently for the last 6 years as a director for global serviced office provider Regus Group, I bring a multitude of experience and skills for the role as Governor. In my current director role my responsibilities include leading a senior management team to achieve success through their people and hold them to account for delivery of successful results With experience in strategic planning, financial analysis and collaborative partnerships, I hope to greatly contribute to the success of the school, working in partnership with the other Governors and School Leadership Team.I have two children attending the school currently and a third joining shortly, so am committed to do all I can to help drive and improve the school's achievements through the pupils academic and social development, for many years to come. When you see me about the school, please feel free to approach me to contribute any ideas you may have for the growth of the school, as I would be delighted to hear them.

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Parent Governor

​Link Governor : Year 6
​Link Governor : PE
School Improvement Committee Member

23/01/2017 - 22/01/2021



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Parent Governor

​​Link Governor : Art
Resources Committee Member

23/01/2017 - 22/01/2021

I volunteered to be a parent Governor because I want to be part of my local community and help in any way possible.  I also wanted to be part of my daughter's school life, see what they do and join her and the other children whenever possible.  I am a carer and I love and enjoy helping.  I love children and that is why I volunteered as well.  I also love singing and I do it when I am off care work.  I am looking forward to meeting parents and their children and hopefully get to know them better as we are new to this area.

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Ex-officio

Headteacher​
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Co-opted Governor

Deputy Headteacher
Resources Committee Member
School Improvement Committee Member

10/10/2016 - 09/10/2020​



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Co-opted Governor

Assistant Headteacher
School Improvement Committee Member
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25/01/2016 – 24/01/2020

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Staff

Class Teacher
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10/10/2016 – 09/10/2020
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