Greswold's Chair of Governors - Dr Ahmed Elsharkawy
Category: Parent governor
Appointed by: Greswold parents
Term of office: 4 years (December 2020 to December 2024)
Committees: Personnel and Finance
Responsibilities: Chair of Greswold’s Governing Body
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: Ahmed is the parent of 2 children at Greswold and works as a liver specialist at the QE hospital in Birmingham. He has been a parent governor since January 2017 and has a particular interest in the school thinking strategically about future challenges that are just over the horizon.
Greswold’s Vice-Chair of Governors - Mr Ghulam Hassan
Category: Parent governor
Appointed by: Greswold parents
Term of office: 4 years (April 2023 to April 2027)
Committees: Curriculum and Finance
Responsibilities: Vice Chair
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: Having always had an interest in Education, I was pleased to be appointed as a Parent Governor. I’m a father of 2 children, the eldest of whom is currently at the school, and have worked as a Project Manager for the last 12 years. Greswold is a great school and I look forward to being able to contribute to its continuing success.
Mr Peter Benson
Category: Co-opted governor
Appointed by: The Governing Body
Term of office: 4 years (October 2022 to October 2026)
Committees: Personnel and Finance
Responsibilities: Chair of the Personnel Committee
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information:
Mr Mark Chater
Category: Co-opted governor
Appointed by: The Governing Body
Term of office: 4 years (October 2023-October 2027)
Committees: Facilities and Inclusion
Responsibilities: No additional responsibilities
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: I have worked at Greswold for over 14 years, starting as an NQT in Year 3. Since completing my induction year I have also worked in Year 5 and Year 2, joining the leadership team in 2007. Throughout my time at Greswold there have been lots of changes. In joining the Governing Body I wanted to support a different aspect of the school – especially as we move from two to three form entry. It is rewarding to be part of shaping Greswold’s future.
Mrs Georgina Doyle
Category: Co-opted governor
Appointed by: The Governing Body
Term of office: 4 years (May 2023 to May 2027)
Committees: Personnel and Facilities
Responsibilities: Health and Safety Governor
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information:
Mrs Jane Glover
Category: Co-opted governor
Appointed by: The Governing Body
Term of office: 4 years (October 2022 to October 2026)
Committees: Curriculum and Inclusion
Responsibilities: No additional responsibilities
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: I was appointed as an NQT in 2003 and have taught in Yrs 4 5 and 6. I am a senior leader at Greswold and am non-class based. I am also the DSL for the school. I have been a governor for 12 years and enjoy having an overview of Greswold from both a governance and teaching viewpoint.
Mr Stephen Lane
Category: Local Authority governor
Appointed by: Solihull Local Authority and the Governing Body
Term of office: 4 years (June 2024 to June 2028)
Committees: Inclusion and Finance
Responsibilities: Chair of Facilities, Link Governor for Extended Services
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information:
Mr Senthurun Mylvaganam
Category: Parent governor
Appointed by: Greswold parents
Term of office: 4 years (December 2020 to December 2024)
Committees: Curriculum and Finance
Responsibilities: Chair of Curriculum
Pecuniary Interests:
Information: I am an NHS Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon and father to 2 children at Greswold school. I am the programme director for core surgical training in the West Midlands and quality assure the NHS Breast Screening programme in my Public Health England role. I look forward to using these experiences to support my colleagues on the board of governors, to set and achieve the right strategic direction for Greswold school pupils and staff.
Mrs Karen Scott
Category: Headteacher
Appointed by: The Governing Body
Term of office: N/A
Responsibilities: Ex Officio
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: As headteacher, Mrs Scott is automatically part of the Governing Body.
Mrs Sundip Samra
Category: Co-opted governor
Appointed by: The Governing Body
Term of office: 4 years (February 2021 to February 2025)
Committees: Inclusion and Finance
Responsibilities: Chair of Inclusion
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: Sundip has 2 children of primary school age (not at Greswold) and works as a tax specialist advising clients at a large professional services firm. Outside of work, and looking after her boys, she enjoys photography, particularly documentary style. I look forward to getting to know the school and helping it with its continued success.
Ms Kamilla Woodburn
Category: Parent governor
Appointed by: Parents
Term of office: 4 years (June 2022 to June 2026)
Committees: Curriculum and Inclusion
Responsibilities: SEND Governor
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information:
I have 3 children and have been a Greswold parent since 2015 with many more years ahead of me. I have over 10 years experience in primary & secondary education as a Drama/English teacher and head of department. I now deliver drama sessions on a co-curricular and extra-curricular basis across the midlands as well as becoming an award-winning children’s author.
I am fortunate that I have been able to build relationships with many of the Greswold children and parents being a part of the PTA, helping with events and running a drama after school club in previous years. I am proud to be a part of the Greswold community which now includes my role as a parent governor, where I will endeavour to support the board with its commitment to the pupils, staff and aspirations of continued improvement for Greswold.
Mr Haroon Khan
Category: Co-opted governor
Appointed by: Board
Term of office: 4 years (July 2023 to July 2027)
Committees: Inclusion and Personnel
Responsibilities: No additional responsibilities
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information:
I am a father to a 2.5-year-old son and currently hold the position of Senior Manager at Three UK. Over the course of my professional career, I have acquired valuable skills in financial management, project management, budgeting, and resource allocation. My strong commitment to my local community drives me to ensure the provision of excellent teaching facilities. With a deep passion for education and a dedication to collaborative governance, I aim to utilize my financial expertise to optimize resource allocation and foster an inclusive learning environment. It is both an honour and a source of excitement for me to serve as a School Governor, utilizing my background as a Chartered Accountant to support the growth and success of our school. I am fully committed to promoting initiatives that embrace innovative teaching methods, technological advancements, and the overall enhancement of learning spaces. Outside work, I enjoy football, reading and spending time with my family.
Miss Gemma Carpenter
Category: Staff governor
Appointed by: Greswold stafff
Term of office: 4 years (January 2024 to January 2028)
Committees: Curriculum and Facilities
Responsibilities: No additional responsibilities
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: I joined Greswold as Bursar in 2018 from Schools Finance at Solihull MBC. My role within the school is varied and allows me to interact with all members of the staffing team and therefore represent them all on the governing body. Outside of school I have a keen interest in first aid and spend time volunteering with St John Ambulance along with pursuing a range of first aid qualifications.
Dr Eleni Stubbs
Category: Parent governor
Appointed by: Greswold parents
Term of office: 4 years (September 2023 to September 2027)
Committees: Inclusion and Facilities
Responsibilities: Pupil Premium Governor
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: When I’m not spending time outdoors, at music gigs or with my family, friends, and children (the eldest of whom attends Greswold), I work as an NHS Consultant Clinical Psychologist. This role is diverse and a key component is the development of psychologically informed environments (including consideration of physical spaces, psychological frameworks, staff support, relationships, and evaluating outcomes). I think this expertise will be valuable in my parent governor role to support strategic planning and, alongside a role in our fantastic PTA, help me to build important and lasting relationships within the school community.
I value collaboration and team working and I’m a firm believer in happy teams = happy consumers - in the case of our school that’s our children! I had some amazing teachers when I was younger and I still remember how they made me feel now!
I have a special interest in neurodiversity (specifically autism) and believe with psychologically informed environments every child can thrive and reach their full potential! I’m passionate about the wellbeing of all who work within and use Greswold and hope to use my knowledge to support wellbeing on a strategic level. I’m really looking forward to being a part of Greswold’s journey and I am very pleased for this opportunity.
Mrs Samantha Hardcastle
Category: Parent Governor
Appointed by: Greswold parents
Term of office: 4 years (September 2023 to September 2027)
Committees: Curriculum and Inclusion
Responsibilities: Safeguarding Governor
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: I’m a parent of three, two of whom currently attend Greswold in Early Years.
I have a background in Education as an Early Years teacher and I am extremely passionate about ensuring children can progress and gain as much as possible during their time in school, both in social and educational knowledge.
I am also an active member of our wonderful Greswold PTA and I am very proud to be a member of the community that Greswold has built up.
I have many more years ahead of me as a parent at the school, and I am pleased to be able to continue that journey as an active participant in all aspects of the Greswold community, as a parent, a governor and a PTA member, where I will be supporting the school, it’s commitment to it’s BRICKS values, and the governing body, especially in my role as Safeguarding Governor.
Governors who have recently left the Governing Body
Mrs Charlotte Smith
Category: Parent governor
Appointed by: Greswold parents
Term of office: 4 years (April 2022 to April 2026)
Committees: Finance and Curriculum
Responsibilities: Chair of the Curriculum committee
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: I have 2 children at Greswold and am proud to be able to support the school by acting as a governor. I have 22 years of experience in secondary education, the last 12 in senior leadership. I hope to bring to the governors an understanding of the challenges of running a school as well as a commitment to ensuring that our children are happy and successful in this crucial phase of their education.
Miss Victoria Nock
Category: Staff governor
Appointed by: Greswold staff
Term of office: 4 years (October 2019 to October 2023)
Committees: Curriculum and Facilities
Responsibilities: No additional responsibilities
Pecuniary Interests: None
Information: I joined the Greswold family in 2015 and have taught mainly in Year 6 in my time here. My roles include class teacher, KS2 English lead, DDSL and staff governor. I love working at Greswold and decided to become a governor because I wanted to support the school and its development for widely.