Mrs C Boddy (Headteacher) – I am the Headteacher governor and I am involved in all the committees which meet to make sure our school is the best it can be. I have worked at the school since 2008 and love all the different things I have to do as part of my job. I particularly enjoy working with the Governors and our school community to celebrate our achievements and find ways to be even better.

 

 

 

 

Mrs Mandy Parker (Chair of Governors) - I was co-opted to the Governing Body in September and am a member of the Finance and Resources Committee.

My educational background is as a Lecturer and Curriculum Manager in Further Education and Sixth Form Colleges, including 13 years at New College Telford (now part of Telford College).  In 2018 my husband and I worked with 11-18 year olds in an international school in China, where I was a Drama Teacher and Housemistress, a fascinating opportunity.  This background has given me a wide experience of managing physical and staffing resources, developing curriculum and planning teaching and learning and pastoral care.  I have also worked as a Quality Nominee and examiner and in quality assurance.

I have two grown up sons, one of whom is a primary school teacher in Telford and a very lively young granddaughter.  I am  delighted to have the opportunity to work with the staff and Governing Body of Donnington Wood Infant School & Nursery and with the wider school community.

Term of Office Start Date: 17th November 2022

Term of Office End Date: 17th November 2026

 

Amanda Hannington (Staff Governor) -  I have worked at Donnington Wood Infant School & Nursery for over 13 years.  My current role is Assistant Head Teacher, which includes responsibility for Maths and Early Years.

I am dedicated to ensuring children have the best education possible in our school.  As part of the Governing Body, I am able to ensure that staff views and wellbeing are considered as part of the running of the school.  It is a pleasure to work closely with a professional and passionate governing body who all want the best possible outcomes for our children and community.

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Mrs Michelle Parker (LA Governor) - I joined the governing body in November 2022.  My role is focused on the quality of education, teaching and learning. I am also a member of Telford & Wrekin's Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE).

In my previous job I was the Quality Assurance Specialist for Telford & Wrekin.  Prior to that I was one of Her Majesty's Inspectors of Schools (HMI) for twelve years inspecting both schools and local education authorities.  I have worked as an advisor for two other local education authorities and for many years was a teacher.

I bring to my role a wealth of experience in leading the evaluating and monitoring of primary schools, special schools, large 2,000 plus student secondaries, and everything in between.  I am passionate about every child having the best opportunities to help them succeed educationally, physically and emotionally.  I look forward to working with staff, other governors, pupils and parents of Donnington Wood Infant School & Nursery to help it be the very best it can be.

Term of Office Start Date: 10th November 2022

Term of Office End Date: 10th November 2026

 

Mr John Bowden (Co-Opted Governor)

I was co-opted to the Governing Body in November 2024 and am a member of the Finance and Resources Committee.

Before retirement, I gained a wide range of strategic leadership and operational delivery experience as a Senior Engineering Manager in various roles in the RAF, and subsequently in support of the military as a civilian.

I have a son and daughter and four grandchildren all living in the south; my daughter is a Co-Opted Governor at a local senior school.  I am a keen golfer and have been a director of my golf club where there are similarities to this governor role.

Enthused to be working with, and supporting, the staff and Governing Body of Donnington Wood infants School & Nursery.  I hope I can provide assistance to the team for the betterment of the school and nursery.

Term of Office Start Date: 21st November 2024

Term of Office End Date: 21st November 2028

 

Co-Opted Governor - 1 VACANCIES 

Parent Governor - 2 VACANCIES

 

Governors who resigned in 2024-25

Mrs K MacDonald-Adams (resigned 20th January 2025)

Governors who resigned in 2023-24 are

Mrs S Pitt - Associate Governor (resigned 31st August 2024)

 

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