Chrishall Holy Trinity & St Nicholas CE Primary and Pre-School

I joined the Governing Body in April 2014, becoming Co-Chair in 2017, Chair in 2020 and back to being Co-Chair in 2022 this time with Joanna Freemantle. I was keen to be part of a school with such a strong focus on real-life learning experiences. I am the Year 3 Governor which is a great opportunity to meet all of the children as they progress from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2 and see their progression through the rest of their time at school. In addition, I am also the current Safeguarding Governor. 

I have 3 children all of whom have attended Chrishall Primary School. My youngest son is currently in Year 4 the eldest two have since joined Joyce Frankland Academy Newport.

I have lived in Chrishall for forty years and have been a governor of this superb school for two periods – one of ten years from 1996, and then for the past five years. In that time, I have seen many changes as educational policies and thinking have evolved, but one of the great strengths of this school is that, throughout, staff have been highly professional and have sought to drive up standards whilst keeping the caring and supportive ethos which makes Chrishall School so special.

Before becoming a governor, I taught French for several years and welcomed the opportunity to continue my interest in education and to serve the community. Although I’m kept busy with my family which includes nine grandchildren, I’m lucky enough to be able travel with my husband, enjoy walking my labrador, Rex, and singing with Royston Choral Society and the Icknield Way Choir.

Hubert is a Foundation Governor, appointed by the Chelmsford Diocesan Board of Education in September 2016.  His current term expires in June 2020.

Hubert has declared no conflict of business interests or any personal staff relationships.

Hubert focuses on monitoring and analysing data, from performance and attainment to attendance.

My name is Hannah Millward and I have been a governor for six years. I have two children, Poppy who is in year 4 and Harry who is now in year 8 at JFAN and attended Chrishall. I work part time as an HR Manager at a Cambridge College and enjoy being a governor alongside this role. I am on the curriculum and admissions committee which I really enjoy as you get to see how the school ethos is put into practice. I have undertaken safer recruitment training to allow me to help out with recruiting staff if needed. I also really enjoy getting to come into school and seeing how engaged the children are. My year group is year 4 and I see them regularly, I feel very lucky to be able to have such a close connection with the school.

I was honoured to join the team of Governors at Chrishall Primary school as a Foundation Governor, starting in Spring 2021.

My husband and I moved to the village of Chrishall over a decade ago, and have two young children that both attend the primary school. Therefore, we have been able to see first-hand the high calibre of teachers at the school, the admirable level of pastoral care and the very positive engagement between staff and parents. I wanted to take the opportunity to contribute to this strong community environment and help with the ambition for all Chrishall pupils to fulfil their potential.

My background is in insight and consultancy, with a number of years spent in the data analytics industry. I am currently focusing on being a mother, and in my spare time enjoy running, cycling and art.

I do not have any staff, business or pecuniary interests to declare.

I joined as a Foundation Governor at the start of 2023 and am delighted to be part of the school’s governing body.  I moved to Chrishall in 2013. My daughter joined reception in 2020 and my son in 2022.

I am the Link Governor for Year 2 and for personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education.

My work background is as a lawyer, specialising in employment and partnership law advising on HR and employment related matters.

I have enjoyed undertaking other voluntary work in the local community and prior to my appointment as a Governor was secretary and member of the fundraising committee for Saffron Walden, Macmillan Cancer Support for eight years.

The school is such an integral part of our community and I’m looking forward to being part of the Governing body and contributing to and supporting its continued success.