Mr. L. Cunningham - Staff Governor
I’m Mr Cunningham, currently Year 6 teacher and PE lead at Barleyhurst Park. I have worked at the school since September 2011 and have thoroughly enjoyed teaching the many pupils that I have had the opportunity to have in my class. Within my role as PE lead, I am responsible for arranging extra-curricular competitions and fixtures. I also organise whole-school events such as Sports Day. When the position of staff governor became available, I offered to fill the role so that I could provide the governing board with the viewpoint of a staff member as well as gaining a better understanding of how governors contribute to the overall success of the school.
Mrs. H. Klewpatinond - Parent Governor
I am parent of three children currently attending Barleyhurst Park School and Nursery, so have a vested interest in providing any support I can to its structure and running. As a previous Human Resources professional in corporate roles, I have a clear understanding of employee relations and organisational structure as well as a degree in Business. I now own and run a local business with employed staff in the hair, beauty and wellness sector. I have previously been Treasurer for another local preschool when our children attended there, so I have an understanding of safeguarding and governance at that level. With the exception of my time at university, I have always lived in the Bletchley area and attended what was Wellsmead First school, now the Barleyhurst site. I am passionate about the education of our children and the way in which it is delivered.
Claire Davidson - Co-opted Governor (Vice Chair)
My name is Claire Davidson and I am a co-opted governor and Vice Chair. I joined the governing board in October 2018 as a parent governor, at the end of my term I became a co-opted governor.
The main reason I volunteered to continue as a governor is my commitment to, and belief in, the importance of high-quality education for all children. With my background in teaching, I am truly passionate about education and believe that all children should be given the skills and knowledge to enable them to reach their full potential. I am also particularly passionate about early literacy skills, enabling all children to become fluent readers and writers and to encourage a life long love of books.
I have previously been a SENDCO and have qualifications at Masters level and this is a particular area of interest for me along with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
I am thoroughly enjoying this role and the challenges it brings. I have completed a variety of training as well as a number of visits into school to enhance and further my understanding of how Barleyhurst Park is striving to achieve the best for all the pupils.
I am enjoying working alongside the other Governors and the senior leadership team to help ensure that Barleyhurst park is continually working towards its vision.