Governors
Welcome to our Governors’ section.
The Local Governing Board (LGB) of North Bradley CE Primary School meet regularly. The LGB is responsible for oversight of Safeguarding, SEND, Standards and Stakeholders.
By working closely with the senior leadership of the school, they also ensure that our Christians values are upheld.
Governors Reports
Meet the Governors
Kelandie Ash (Headteacher) - Staff Governor - Ex Officio
Committees; Staffing & Curriculum and Finance & Premises
Date of Appointment: 01/09/2016 Term of Office: Ongoing
Business / other interest: Nil
Tracey Baxter (Deputy Headteacher) - Staff Governor
Committee: Staffing & Curriculum
Head of KS2
Date of Appointment: 01/01/2003 Term of Office: 30/09/2025 - 30/09/2029
Business / other interests: Nil
Allister Belcher - Local Governor
Committee: Finance & Premises
Areas of responsibility: Health and safety
Date of Appointment: 13/10/16 Term of Office: 01/10/20 - 01/10/25
Business/other interests: School cleaning contract.
Personal Statement:
I am a small business owner who lives in the village. I have been a parent governor between
October 2016 and July 2025. I am responsible for health and safety in the school.
Kay Cadby - Local Governor (Chair)
Committee: Staffing & Curriculum
Areas of Responsibility: PP and Disadvantaged.
Date of Appointment: 01/02/2010 Term of Office: 02/02/2022 - 01/02/2026
Business/other interest: Nil
Personal Statement:
I am a local business owner and Chiropractor and have had multiple roles in professional education including tutoring MSc Students at the University of Health Sciences and holding the post of Director for Academic Affairs for the Royal College of Chiropractors. I have completed a term as the British Education Commissioner for the International Federation of Sports Chiropractors, responsible for monitoring the content and certification of postgraduate education in Sports Chiropractic and I have acted as an Independent Expert Witness for professional conduct hearings for the General Chiropractic Council.
Linda Morgan - Foundation Governor
Committee: Staffing and Curriculum
Date of appointment: 10/10/22 Term of office: 10/10/22 - 10/10/26
Area of responsibility: RE / collective worship.
Business / other interest : Is an HLTA / TA at North Bradley CE Primary School
Personal Statement: I have been working in primary education for approximately 25 years. My interests out of work include working with my church and the community, bringing people together. I am currently working on 'Going for Gold', an Eco project being promoted by the Church of England. Its Mission is to bring wildlife back into churchyards and to enable church buildings to be as environmentally friendly as possible; not always easy when your church dates back to the 13th century!
Nicola Demski - Parent Governor
Area of responsibility: SEND
Date of appointment : Term of Office: 01/12/2022 - 30/11/2026
Business / other interest:
Personal statement : I chose to become a parent governor at North Bradley CE School because I am passionate about ensuring all children receive the very best start in life. As a parent of two children who attend the school, I care deeply about their education and the wider school community. I have been a teacher for over 14 years, and I bring this experience to the role, particularly my strong interest in the teaching of English, reading, and spoken language. I believe that effective communication and literacy are essential skills that underpin lifelong learning and success. I want to support the school in maintaining high standards and ensuring every child is given the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Being a parent governor allows me to contribute positively to the school's development and work alongside staff and leadership to help shape the best possible outcomes for all its pupils.
Charlie Gillies - Parent Governor
Area of responsibility: Safeguarding
Date of appointment : 01/12/2022 Term of Office: 30/11/2026
Business / other interest:
Personal statement :
I strongly believe that safeguarding is the foundation of education—children thrive only when they feel safe, valued, and supported both emotionally and socially. I am passionate about ensuring that every child has equal opportunities to succeed in an inclusive, nurturing environment.
Professionally, I have worked in secondary education for over 20 years. I am currently a Geography teacher and Year 9 tutor at The John of Gaunt School, a role which gives me daily insight into the challenges and responsibilities schools face in supporting young people. This experience allows me to bring both a parental and professional perspective to my role as safeguarding governor.
I am proud to support North Bradley Primary as a governor and am committed to working with staff, parents, and pupils to maintain the school’s excellent standards, ensuring that safeguarding remains at the heart of everything we do.
James Jones - Parent Governor
Area of responsibility: Attendance
Date of appointment : 01/12/2022 Term of Office: 01/12/2022 - 30/11/2026
Business / other interest:
Personal statement : I currently work for the Royal Navy as a Meteorologist- Oceanographist and spent time 5 years as a Hydrographer. I'm a parent governor and have a child attending North Bradley . I also have another child in the associated pre school.
Chris Elven - Local Governor
Area of responsibility: Health and safety
Date of appointment : 20/03/2024 Term of Office: 20/03/2024 - 19/03/2028
Business / other interest:
Personal statement :
Laura Kemp - Parent Governor
Area of responsibility:
Date of appointment : 1st July 2025 Term of Office: 1sy July 2029
Business / other interest:
Personal statement :
Claire Neal - Foundation Governor
Area of responsibility: Foundation Governor
Date of appointment : 1st July 2025 Term of Office: 1st July 2029
Business / other interest: I am a Family Key Worker in Children’s Support and Safeguarding Services for Wiltshire Council. I also make and sell polymer clay earrings for fun.
Personal statement : After 23 years as a primary school teacher in Greater London and Somerset, I have changed roles and now work in Children’s Services in a safeguarding role. My family and I moved to North Bradley 5 years ago, when my husband took over as Pastor of North Bradley Baptist Church. We love living in the village and we both see our involvement with the school as an important part of community life. We are happy to support the school by helping teach the children about God. I am looking forward to getting stuck into my new role and meeting the children.
Clerk to the Governors; Amanda Noakes.
clerk@northbradley.equamead.org
Contact:
North Bradley CE Primary School
clerk@northbradley.equamead.org
Members who have stepped down
Governors who have stepped down.docx.pdf
Meeting minutes
Governor Meetings
Details of the Full Governing Body meetings planned for 2025-2026 are available from the school office.
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