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Redwood Park Academy

Governors

 

The membership of the governing body of Redwood Park Academy is determined by the Terms of Reference.

There are three types of governors:

  • Co-opted Governors
  • Parent Governors
  • Staff Governors

Co-opted and Parent Governors are all volunteers who are not paid.  The staff governors are all paid members of staff but do not receive any additional payments in connection with being a governor. 

There is also a Governance Professional who arranges and attends meetings supporting legal and constitutional matters, but cannot vote at any meeting. This is a paid post.

Statutory information about the current governors and resignations can be found in the Governance Documents section below.

Committee Link roles are allocated in areas such as Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Quality of Education, Wellbeing to name a few, for more information about these roles please contact  sat.governance@solentacademiestrust.info

Minutes from meetings of the Academy Committee are available on request.

To contact our Chair of Governors please email:  liz.bartle@solentacademiestrust.info

Redwood Park Academy is part of Solent Academies Trust.  To view our Governance/Financial and Gender Pay Reports please click this button 

Statutory Information 

 

Academy Committee

  • Liz Bartle
    Chair of Governors

    Liz Bartle

    I live in Emsworth and am currently Deputy Director of Finance at the University of Portsmouth where I've worked for over 20 years. I volunteer weekly at a local girl guiding unit and I am also a Magistrate with the Portsmouth Bench.

    In my spare time, I socialise with friends, read and go walking if the weather's kind; I'm fortunate enough to live close to lots of excellent footpaths.

  • Sasha Murray
    Staff Governor

    Sasha Murray

    When I was around 11/12 years old, I was diagnosed with Autism. I really struggled at home and socially at school, the school I went to at the time was really unsupportive. My parents made the selfless decision to homeschool me. I was inspired to become a teacher because I had a difficult experience with school. I joined college at 14 completing my level 1 in childcare and health and social care. When I was 16, I started working in a nursery as an apprentice to complete my level 2 and 3 in Early Years. Having completed my childcare qualifications I have made the next steps in my career by becoming a teaching assistant at Redwood Park Academy, which I love!

    My hobbies and interests include going to the gym and doing as many meters in the swimming pool as I possibly can. I also really enjoy getting swept away in romance books. I also really enjoy getting involved within my local church, were I help with being a eucharistic minister, reading and serving on the alter during Sunday mass.

    I love being involved at Redwood by being active in the classrooms and making a difference with our young pupils when they need the support and extra care. I have lots of compassion, enthusiasm and support and look forward to sharing this with Redwood Park Academy Committee.

  • Lauren Fairclough
    Parent Governor

    Lauren Fairclough

    My name is Lauren Fairclough and I have a son who attends Redwood Park Academy and is thriving within the school.

    Currently I work at Redwood Park Academy as a Teaching Assistant and have previously worked in other SEND schools, Care and Business.

    I am a mother of 3 secondary school age children and love nothing more than watching them grow into independent young people. I am currently at University, undertaking a degree in Health and Social Care.

    I am excited to become involved in different aspects of the school as a Parent Governor and hope to be able to continue to build on the foundations already in place which give our children a high quality and inclusive education they deserve.

  • Nigel Lingley
    Co-Opted Governor

    Nigel Lingley

    I have been happily married to Julie for 39 years and we have 2 sons Michael and Andre. Michael attended Redwood from 2004-2009 and has thrived, independently living in his own flat with support to cook and shop.

    I was previously a Governor at Redwood Park and Cliffdale Primary Academy.

  • Maxine Mcgee
    Parent Governor

    Maxine Mcgee

    I like the ethos of the school and feel I can contribute to further challenging, supporting and helping to grow the setting for current and future pupils. In my spare time I sing, I like to create and travel.

  • Louise Quaid
    Executive Principal

    Louise Quaid

  • Maria Thorne
    Head of School

    Maria Thorne

    I have been a teacher for almost thirty years. Initially in mainstream education and for the last 8 years as a leader within Solent Academy Trust. I am deeply committed to raising standards for children with SEN in and beyond Portsmouth and my recent appointment as Head of School fills me with huge excitement. The opportunity to play a part in our children's lifelong learning is a privilege I take very seriously. I have known many of our young people from their first day in Reception and having the chance to be part of their journey through to their final days of Key Stage 4 drives me to ensure that Redwood Park Academy provides the opportunities for them to be their very best.

    Outside of school I enjoy spending time with my family, cycling and exploring new places when travelling. We are currently looking for a camper van to convert so I can continue exploring when the UK weather needs more than a tent!

  • Sarah Davies
    Co-Opted Governor

    Sarah Davies

    My career background includes Secondary Maths Teacher, project manager, qualified buyer and Chief of Staff for an MP. I am currently a Personal Assistant to a Chief Executive. I have children and grandchildren locally in Portsmouth and enjoy crafts, watching films, reading and spending time with my family and pets.

  • Ingie Porteous
    Co-Opted Governor

    Ingie Porteous

    I am a secondary science teacher and have taught in mainstream and special schools in Portsmouth and Hampshire. I hope to contribute to the further development and success of Redwood Park Academy. I aim to use my eye for detail and experience in education to improve outcomes for pupils. I look forward to communicating with the school community and playing a role in school development, I love living near the sea, I enjoy getting outdoors with my dog, cooking, and baking. I would like to spend time improving our garden.

 Governance Documents