Suzanne MacDonald
Appointed by the Governing Body
Date Appointed: October 2023
Term of Office: October 2023 to October 2027
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Resources Committee, Curriculum Standards & Pupils
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/2024: attended 3 out of 3 meetings
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: Executive Headteacher of the White Rose Federation, Parent Governor at Tadcaster Grammar School
Guy Bird
Appointed by the Governing Body
Date Appointed: May 2021
Term of Office: May 2021 to May 2025
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Resources Committee, Headteacher's Appraisal Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 5 out of 5 meetings
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: None
I accepted the role as Chair in March 2023. I truly value the opportunity in playing a key role in helping Hensall Primary keeping and developing its fantastic record of educating our children, enabling them to flourish and achieve their full potential. The children are at the heart of everything we do as a governing body.
I was inspired to become a Governor at Hensall in 2021 (as a parent at the time and who had just moved into the area) by the amount of hard work and dedication the staff put into providing such a supportive and nurturing environment for the children. I strongly believe that a child’s ability to learn can only be enhanced if they are supported both emotionally and socially, and I am incredibly proud of the fact that Hensall is diverse and inclusive environment for all our children.
In my day job I am a Business Relationship Manager for the UK’s largest Convenience retailer and have been with the company since 2008. I have a great deal of experience in setting up successful charities and projects and actively playing a role in their stewardship and governance. I am also a Parish Councillor for Eggborough and a Committee member of Selby Town FC.
As Chair and part of the strategic leadership team, my role is to lead and monitor the strategic direction of the school as part of the School Improvement Plan objectives. I look forward to being in school more often and listening to the children.
Rachel Costoya
Elected by Parents
Date Appointed: May 2021
Term of Office: May 2021 to April 2025
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Chair of Curriculum, Standards and Pupils Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 5 out of 5 meeting
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: None
Hello, I'm Rachel Costoya - a Parent Governor for Hensall Primary School. I have two children who attend the school, and my background is working in education, helping young people to fulfil their goals and raise aspirations. In my spare time I love to play netball and take my children to their various out of school activities!
Louis Quartly
Appointed by the Governing Body
Date Appointed: May 2024
Term of Office: May 2024 to May 2028
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Chair of Resources Committee, Headteacher's Appraisal Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 5 out of 5 meeting
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: None
Nicola Laycock
Appointed by the Governing Body
Date Appointed: May 2021
Term of Office: May 2021 to May 2025
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Curriculum, Standards & Pupils Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 4 out of 5 meetings
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: None
Hello, my name is Nicola and I am a parent governor at Hensall Primary. I have two children that attend Hensall School. I have an educational background working as a teacher, which I love!
Within my role I am committed to making sure all children and families at Hensall are given the best start possible.
When not working I enjoy spending time with my family and making many precious memories.
Karen James
Appointed by the Governing Body
Date Appointed: May 2023
Term of Office: May 2023 to May 2027
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Resources Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 4 out of 5 meetings
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: Admin & Finance Officer at Hensall Primary School
Kelly Wakefield
Elected by Parents
Date Appointed: June 2023
Term of Office: June 2023 to June 2027
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Curriculum, Standards & Pupils Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 4 out of 5 meetings
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: None
Hello, my name is Kelly and both my children attend Hensall Community Primary School. I have an Educational background and currently work in the Early Years sector. I have lots of experience when working with children and their families due to my current and previous roles. I am currently on a Pre-School Committe and mentor Early Years Practitioners in their roles. I enjoy socialising with friends and spending quality time with my family.
Richard Sim
Appointed by the Governing Body
Date Appointed: May 2024
Term of Office: May 2024 to May 2028
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Resources Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 1 out of 1 meeting
Attendance 2023/24: attended 2 out of 2 meetings
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: None
I joined the governing board at Hensall Primary School to contribute to its strategic planning and decision-making. My experience as a former Parish Council chairman has equipped me with skills in governance, process improvement, and building productive partnerships. I serve on the Resources Committee and focus on performance management to support the school’s leadership in delivering strong outcomes. As a parent of a pupil, I have a personal connection to the school and a commitment to ensuring it provides the best experience for all children.
Mark Spetch
Elected by Staff
Date Appointed: December 2024
Term of Office: December 2024 to December 2028
Committee Membership 2024/2025: Curriculum, Standards & Pupils Committee
Attendance 2024/25: attended 0 out of 0 meeting
Relationships between Governors & Members of Staff, including Spouses, Partners & Relatives: None
Business Interests: Teacher at Hensall Primary School
Over the past 7 years since joining Hensall, I have become a valued member of staff, who strives to do the best job possible for all children within our setting and I am immensely proud to work at such an amazing school. Personally, I feel that I have achieved many great things at Hensall, both inside and outside of the classroom, whether that’s doing the job of a Class Teacher or in my role as Physical Education Co-Ordinator. I am always looking to excel further, whether that’s completing further CPD or gaining experience in different positions within school.
I am ambitious, enthusiastic and passionate about my role and feel I offer valuable contributions in the role of a governor. Over the past 12 months, I feel that I have come so far as a teacher, under the guidance of the federation and the governing board, and would like to gain more valuable experience as a governor. I am consistently wanting to improve upon my skills, knowledge and experience within my profession and being a governor has enhanced my personal development and broadened my knowledge.
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