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    Our Governors

    Nicola Claire 

    I hold a Masters in Education, and was in the first group of Heads to be accredited by the DfE with the National Professional Headship Qualification. I have been working in Education for more than 30 years, 15 years as a Head. I was the founder Head of two international bilingual primary schools, one in Germany and one in Turkey. I also headed-up a school in Brussels, one in Scotland and two in London. I have worked for an education authority in London, and for Peterborough Regional College

    Adrian Holdstock 

    Adrian Holdstock has been the vicar of St Mark’s church, Lincoln Road, since moving to Peterborough in April 2012. He is responsible for leading the church in its worship and varied activities and having a particular care for those living and working in his Parish, which embraces Central Ward. His ministry is a half-time post as Adrian also runs his own business offering life coaching and business coaching to people in the Midlands and London. Adrian worked in the armed forces and the water industry before starting his business in 2006. He was ordained in 2003.

    Helen Marsden 

    I began working at the Beeches in 2000 and have held many varied roles; presently Deputy Head. I have worked in Peterborough schools, both primary and secondary, for 22 years. Before settling in Peterborough, I taught English in Spain, Colombia and Portugal. I have always enjoyed travelling, meeting new people and experiencing different cultures.

    Since joining the governing body, I have been committed to ensuring The Beeches continues to develop towards a good Ofsted grade, and will endeavour to continue do this to the best of my ability.

    Emma Mcfarland

    I have taught at The Beeches Primary School since 2002 and am currently undertaking the role of Assistant Head. I became a school governor in 2013 and bring my experience of working across the school from Year 1 to Year 6 and my specialist knowledge of numeracy.

    I am keen to continue to support the school with raising standards and attainment so all children can reach their full potential. I am part of the curriculum sub committee as I feel I have particular knowledge of data and core subjects.
     

    iMRANA mASTERS

    I have been a parent Governor at the Beeches School since November 2016.  I was appointed a Safeguarding Governor in September 2019. 

    As a Parent Governor, I am not only passionate about education but also wish to promote the best interests of all children attending the school. 

    I come from a legal background, having qualified as a solicitor in 2005. 
    I feel that the knowledge, skills and experience I have gained will benefit and contribute to the successful running of the Beeches Primary School. 

    Emiliana Emberton 

    I was invited to join the governing body in September 2017, as a co-opted governor.

    I am a Multipotentialite - a former translator and courtroom interpreter, passionate about STEM (I set up and volunteer for the school’s Code Club), I play bass guitar and I’m currently learning Japanese.

    I’m delighted to be part of the governing team and to contributing my eclectic mix of skills.

    David Newman 

    ‘David had a long career as a Will and Trust specialist before moving into Investment Banking which also included being Head of Training and Business Development and also the Chair of various external examination boards linked to the industry. He then ran his own consultancy offering training, coaching, will and trust work and mentoring for small businesses. David then ran a ‘not for profit’ organisation with overall responsibility for running the facility as well as the strategy and policy direction designed to assist start-up and new businesses set up, develop and then move on’.

    Isabel Clark 

    My name is Isabel Clark and I am the Clerk to your Governing Body. I am a professional Clerk working for the agency run by Peterborough City Council and am clerk to a few other schools in Peterborough, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. My background is Education mainly in the areas of School Property and School Admissions. I love working with your governors who all have the success of the school at the heart of all they do.

     

    Fiona Yardley 

    I was born and grew up in Peterborough, but only recently moved to this part of the city. I am a university lecturer in secondary maths education, and before that taught maths in schools in Peterborough and London. My husband and I worship at St. Mark’s church and we have three teenage sons.

     

    Sarah Williamson 

    I was born and educated in Peterborough and currently work at Peterborough Regional College as the Management Information Services Manager.                                                                                                                               I am a member of the Chartered Management Institute and at present, working towards a Master of Science in Data Analytics and Information Management Systems.                                                                                  I am passionate about equal opportunities for students and a firm believer that everyone should be encouraged to reach their full potential. I joined the Governing Board at The Beeches Primary School in January 2019 and have brought a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience which I believe will support the school in setting the strategic direction and ensure students achieve success. In my spare time, I am a volunteer at Peterborough Soup Kitchen and I enjoy reading and travelling.