Governor Profiles
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Ben Hepworth - Co-Chair Parent Governor -Elected April 2021 Committees: I h
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Graeme Law - Co-Chair and Parent Governor since 2019 Committees: Curriculum and Finance & Staffing I have lived in Copmanthorpe since 1985 and I Lecture at York St John University in Sociology of Sport and Sports Coaching. I am the Course Leader for the Physical Education & Sports Coaching Degree; I am passionate about child development through physical activity, as there is a positive association between engagement in physical activity and levels of mental well-being. As a former pupil of this school, I believe that my experience and passion for education will help me provide a clear perspective as a parent governor. |
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Sarah Gailes - Parent Governor - Elected January 2025
As a parent with two children at the school, I’m passionate about making sure all pupils get the best possible education. With a background as an actuary, I have a strong interest in finance and enjoy using my skills to help ensure the school’s resources are well managed and used in a way that benefits the children. Being a governor is a great way to support the school and work alongside staff and fellow governors to make a real difference. I’m committed to helping the school continue to provide a fantastic learning environment where every child can thrive. |
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Helen Liddle - Parent Governor - Elected January 2025
My 10-year-old daughter continues to benefit from the excellent education and wellbeing support at Copmanthorpe School. I am looking forward to contributing to its ongoing success and can bring a range of skills, having worked in operations, marketing, finance, and HR. In particular, my career focuses on improving education and opportunities for young people, often from disadvantaged backgrounds. I currently work with a number of schools, colleges and universities to make this happen and as a parent governor, I am committed to ensuring that all children receive the support, resources, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. |
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Emily Buchanan - Parent Governor - Elected December 2023
I have lived in Copmanthorpe since 2010 and I am a mum of two boys. My youngest is a pupil at school, and my eldest has recently left Copmanthorpe Primary school to attend a local secondary school. I come from a family of teachers and my career is education-focused. I have worked at the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) for over 20 years, spending the majority of my time there as a Research Manager. I have led research into a variety of education-related topics, and have a strong research-based skillset. In more recent years I have moved to our HR department, where I am responsible for managing and recruiting to our globally-based pool of Associate staff. Having been a part of the school community for some time, I am keen to support our teachers and our pupils to thrive in an engaging and happy school. |
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Daniel Gray - Parent Governor - Elected December 2022  I have lived in Copmanthorpe for over 10 years and have two children who attend the school. I am a senior manager within the railway industry and passionate about leading and developing teams. I hope to be able to add value to the school as a parent governor, working alongside other Governors, to ensure that the children are engaged and enjoy their education. |
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Jake Steeper - Parent Governor - Elected January 2023
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Co-opted Governor Vacancy Committees: Finance & Staffing If you are interested in fulfilling this position please contact Mr Dancer - head.copmanthorpeprimary@york.gov.uk |
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Antoinette Burroughs - Parent Governor since 2017, re-elected in 2021 Committees: Pupils (Chair) and Staffing & Finance
When I moved to Copmanthorpe I found the people in the village to be extremely welcoming. When my daughter joined Copmanthorpe Primary I found the school community was the same and I was keen to be actively involved and so put myself forward to be a parent governor. Over the years, I have been involved in finance and curriculum committees and chaired the pupils committee.
As a parent, I have run after school wildlife sessions at school and volunteer at the Copmanthorpe Carnival, running free nature-based activities. I have a degree in biology, a Master's in ecology and conservation and am currently studying to be a dietitian. I have worked in higher education for several years but have also been an education volunteer for two wildlife trusts, working with primary school children. |
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Chris Steward - Local Authority Governor - Elected May 2021
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Menna Godfrey - Co-opted Governor since 2005 Governor responsible for SEND Committees: Curriculum and Health, Safety & Premises I was b My husband (also a trained teacher) and I have lived in Copmanthorpe since 1988 and our three children all attended Copmanthorpe Primary School. I attend York Community Church. Interests: I am passionate about personalised learning provision and seek to ensure that educational opportunities for all our children support them to develop the skills and dispositions that they will need throughout their lives. I am delighted to support our school as we continue to encourage our children to see themselves as life-long learners, part of a learning community where adults and children learn together. |
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Sylvia McBriar - Co-opted Governor since 2019 Committees: Curriculum and Pupils
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Geoff Mumford - Co-opted Governor since 2014 Governor Responsible for Safeguarding Committees: Curriculum and Pupils and Headteacher Performance Management
I am particularly interested in ensuring that each child has access to the full curriculum and every opportunity to flourish as an individual. I have been involved in the delivery and support of Religious Education in schools, which I believe to be important in ensuring a holistic understanding of the world we live in. I believe a key aspect of a Governor’s role is to support, encourage and challenge the school to be the best it can for all pupils. |
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Luke Dancer Headteacher. Committees: Health, Safety & Premises, Finance & Staffing, Curriculum and Headteacher Performance Management
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Jeanette France - Assistant Headteacher for Upper School - Associate Governor Committees: Pupils
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Corrinne Cunningham - Staff Governor Elected January 2025 
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ave lived in Copmanthorpe all my life and previously attended Copmanthorpe Primary School. I have two children who will be the third generation of my family to attend the school. I have been a police officer for four years and regularly volunteer as a sports coach in the village and York. I hope to bring my skills from both my job and volunteering to the role as a governor. 
orn and brought up in Surrey and moved to 'The North' to attend the University of Leeds, where I gained a Physics degree and a secondary teaching qualification. I made the move from Secondary to Early Years and I now train colleagues nationally, my particular interest is outdoor play and learning. I have a master’s degree in educational improvement, development and change.
I have lived in Copmanthorpe since 2008 when I became Vicar of St Giles’ Church, having previously lived in Lancashire and the West Midlands, where I served on a Community School Governing Body and two Church School Governing Bodies, including one as Vice Chair. I was invited to become a Community Governor in Copmanthorpe in 2014, where my daughter was a pupil.
