Local Governing Body
At Eden governors, staff, parents and young people work as a team, building success, in an atmosphere of care where everyone feels valued. We are immensely proud of the standards our pupils achieve across the curriculum.
The strong partnership, which already exists between the school, its partner schools and local community, underpins the ethos, which is so characteristic of Eden School. The change that many young people, from Primary age through to Year 11, undergo at Eden is truly amazing. This is due to the high expectations, hard work and relationship building of ALL the staff. If you are, in any way in doubt, spend some time looking at all the amazing opportunities on offer to all the young people on the website.
As Governors we become involved with a variety of issues including finance, pupil welfare, building/grounds maintenance and staff appointments. However, without a doubt, we consider that our most important role is to monitor the welfare and education of the pupils.
Governors are appointed to ensure that objectives are met and that planning for the future is both visionary and realistic. We are here to support and challenge the Headteacher and all school personnel so that children have access to an enriched education and the opportunities they deserve.
With best wishes,
Claire Davies
Chair of Governors
Claire Davies – Chair of Governors and Link Governor for SEND
Claire transitioned from a career in Professional Musical Theatre to education, starting as a P.E. and Dance Coordinator at Sporting NRG. In 2016, she joined Crosshill Special School, now part of the Oak Learning Partnership, where she earned Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Cert. ED in Special Educational needs co-ordination. Claire made significant contributions by leading P.E. and Learning Outside the Classroom initiatives. This academic year she has taken a secondment as Assistant Head Teacher at Elms Bank School in Bury.
Sharon Roscoe – Governor
Sharon has a wealth of experience in education with extensive governance knowledge and expertise having served as a trustee, governor and chair of governors for primary, secondary, alternative provision and special school governing bodies. Sharon has worked as a MAT CEO for 12 years and mentored aspiring and newly appointed MAT CEOs on behalf of the Department for Education (DfE). She led the Education Improvement Partnership in Blackburn with Darwen before she established the Education Partnership Trust in 2012. She is a member of the DfE Alternative Provision Stakeholder group which advises government and shapes policy. She graduated as MBA in 2011 from Lancaster University. Sharon is committed to pupils being at the centre of all decision making and is an advocate of partnership working and collaboration to improve outcomes.
Caroline Robinson – Staff Governor and Link Governor for Creative Arts
Caroline has been a Teaching Assistant at Eden school for over 2 years. She is passionate to do her absolute best for the children, ensuring that they can reach and surpass their potential and build their confidence. Caroline thoroughly enjoys her job thus taking on the role as a Governor as a fantastic extension of this, Caroline is looking forward to the challenge. Outside of school she is a Mum to 2 boys, enjoys reading, muay thai boxing, renovating the house and walking with the family dog.
Nicole Lythgoe – Link Governor for Careers
I am honoured to serve on the board of Governors for Eden School and I am thrilled to share the skills I have gained in the 16 years working in the Civil Engineering and Construction industries. I have a wealth of senior leadership management experience, developing and coaching junior members of staff. I have obtained a Bsc and Msc in my field of expertise despite being ADHD, Dyslexic and having Dyscalculia – a true testament to the possibilities if given the opportunity and right nurturing. In recognition of that I want to help lay the foundation for others to pave the way. My legacy is to leave the world a better place than I found it …the key to that is the development of the people around me.
Melissa Horrocks – Parent Governor
I have worked in the educational sector for over 20 years in a variety of roles including Early Years, Primary, Secondary, within management, as a practitioner or in a Mental Health capacity. I have a passion for SEND as my children have a whole range of needs and I have had to advocated for them and other families for many years. I have sat on a range of boards and believe my skillset is varied and extensive. I am honoured to be a member of the Local Governing Body for Eden School.
Debbie Cash – Link Governor for Health & Safety and Wellbeing
I have over 19 years of experience within school administration including secondary school and primary, responsible for Health and Safety, HR and Payroll. I have previously been a staff governor, a parent governor and Chairperson of a PTFA.
I have always taken an active role within my post including running a cycling club and recently teaching Primary aged children to knit.
I am looking forward to being able to support Eden School as a Governor.
