Meet Christ's Non-staff Governors

Jo 1ceLOWJohanna Brotherstone was elected as a parent governor in December 2021; her two children are Christ's students. Jo studied Politics and Social Policy at Newcastle University, and started her career in politics, before moving to journalism. She is a senior news editor at Sky News, having previously worked at BBC News for 20 years. She is a champion for equal representation in the media, and a passionate supporter of apprentices and trainees. Jo has lived in Brentford since 2009 and attends St Paul’s Church where she is a Sunday school leader.

 


Nicky 1ceLOWNicky Browne was appointed a foundation governor in 2023. She has lived in Richmond for over thirty years, attends St Mary Magdalene church and sings in the choir. Nicky has a degree in Philosophy and Theology from the University of Oxford, a PGCE from the University of Cambridge and MBA from Manchester Business School. She has worked chiefly as a self-employed writer having published nine novels for young people. She has a doctorate in Creative Writing and has taught at a number of universities. She currently tutors for Oxford University’s continuing education programme. Her four children attended local schools and she spend some years as a parent governor at a local primary school. She is passionate about the transformative power of education.


Img 8966ceSam Burnett is an employment lawyer who worked for a number of national and international law firms in the City before joining a global legal, regulatory and business information company as an employment law professional support lawyer. She also has a background in accounting and school finance as well as 6 years’ experience in school governance clerking. Sam has been a Christ’s School parent since 2016 and is committed to supporting the school to provide the best possible opportunities for every one of its students, including fostering inclusivity. Sam has lived in Richmond borough for 16 years and attends All Souls Church, St Margarets. She was appointed as a Richmond Team Ministry foundation governor in September 2021.


Penny 1ceLOWPenny Cox was appointed as an SDBE foundation governor in June 2021. Penny lived in Richmond for over 30 years and attended Holy Trinity Church. Penny has an MA in Effective Learning from the Institute of Education. She is a retired primary school headteacher and was honoured to receive an MBE for services to education. Penny currently lives in Dorset but is a frequent visitor to Richmond.  Penny is a strong advocate of the state education system and the extra dimension that a school with Christian values can bring to all members of its community. She is committed to working hard to support Christ's School's pursuit of excellence for all its students.


Img 0471cDan Evans is a parent governor, currently with two children in the school and one at Holy Trinity primary. His career has been at the Department for Education in a variety of roles, including early years finance, special educational needs and more recently the school curriculum. He joined Christ's Board of Governors in November 2019, having been a governor at Windham Nursery School for 9 years, most recently as deputy chair, and as chair of the resources committee.

 

 


Katy johnstonKaty Johnston was appointed a foundation governor in June 2019. Katy has lived in Richmond for over 10 years and attends Holy Trinity Church. She has a degree in Modern Languages from the University of Oxford and an MA in Systematic Theology from King's College London. She worked in publishing and investment banking, before retraining as a secondary school teacher after her daughter started school. Katy is a trustee of the Riverbank Trust, a local charity, and of the West London Deaf Children's Society. She believes in the importance of the best possible educational experience for children of all needs and backgrounds, and is delighted to be on the Governing Board of Christ's School.


FayjohnstonelightgreybgFay Johnstone was appointed a foundation governor in October 2018, representing the Richmond Team Ministry. She has lived in and around Richmond for most of her life, and attended school in the borough.  Fay has a BSc(Hons) degree in Psychology from The Open University, and is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development.  Fay is currently undertaking a senior HR interim career, with projects including Director of People & Services at The Complete Education Services Group, an organisation providing education to neuro-diverse pupils, and Interim People Services Delivery lead at the Nursing & Midwifery Council.  Fay has spent over 30 years leading and managing HR functions in both the private and not-for-profit sectors, including in medical royal colleges, social research, social housing, further education, real estate and FM consultancy, travel and defence research.  Fay has worshipped and sung in the choir at St Mary Magdalene for over 40 years, and occasionally deputises for the Director of Music.  Fay has previously been a foundation governor at a junior/primary school in the borough.


Img 8873Caroline Pusey has been a Local Authority governor at Christ's since 2017. She has lived in Kew for many years and her children attend local schools, including Christ's. She enjoys supporting her local community and has a strong commitment to ensuring high quality education for all. Professionally she has degrees in International Relations from Birmingham and Aberystwyth and has worked for over 20 years in central government in a large variety of roles, the majority of which have been in the Ministry of Defence. She has worked in a job-share partnership for over 10 years and has, for the last four years, worked for the Department for Education where she leads work associated with the recruitment and retention of teachers.


Timelesspicturescouk rm 30The Revd Canon Wilma Roest moved to Richmond in 2016 to be the new Team Rector of the Richmond Team Ministry and Vicar of St Mary Magdalene. An aspect of that role is to be governor at Christ’s School, which Wilma greatly enjoys. Wilma has a background in musicology (University of Utrecht) and education (teacher and teacher governor in various state primary school). She was ordained in 1999 and has since served in various Church of England parishes in South London. Wilma is passionate about the ethos of Christ’s School and its connections with the local community. In her free time Wilma enjoys travelling, snorkelling and underwater photography, and the occasional very slow run in Richmond Park.


Img 8904cePeter Sharp entered teaching in 2004 and has taught in maintained and independent schools, including as Director of Teaching & Learning and Deputy Head (Academic). In the summer of 2021 he stepped down from his full-time role in school leadership to pursue his enthusiasm for supporting schools and students as an educational consultant. While living locally he worshipped at St Mary Magdalene where he learnt about Christ’s School and has been a foundation governor since November 2017. He has particular interests in leadership, the professional development of teachers and life-long learning.


Martin 3ceLOWMartin Walsh qualified as a chartered accountant 30 years ago. He has spent his senior career in finance and operations roles in media and, most recently, in education. He and his family have lived in the Richmond Borough for over 20 years. He is a trustee of a charity supporting school staff who suffer financial hardship and previously held trustee roles in a large local sports club and a students’ union. 

 

 

  • 07:33 AM - 4th December, 2023 The school immunisation team are coming into school to administer the nasal flu vaccinations on 13th December. If you have not already done so, please complete the consent form available via the QR code. pic.twitter.com/PKJwJRdgdk
  • 07:08 AM - 4th December, 2023 The PSA are providing mulled wine and mince pies for the Christ's Carol Service, this Thurs 7th Dec, 7pm at Holy Trinity Church, Richmond. We are really in need of donations and a few volunteers to set up and serve. Please e-mail christsschoolpta.com with any offers/help. pic.twitter.com/tX049KPFtV
  • 10:03 AM - 3rd December, 2023 Mrs Banner, our Chaplain, will be holding Christingle services with year 7 students over the coming weeks. The first two groups took place last week. pic.twitter.com/Qzx7PEEutE
  • 08:48 AM - 30th November, 2023 Well done to the Y10 netball team coming 2nd to LEHS in the borough tournament pic.twitter.com/qJG6lksFxa
  • 05:55 PM - 29th November, 2023 Huge congratulations to the U14 Girls Basketball Team who won today’s Borough Tournament🎉 Onto the next round for the London Youth Games🙌🏼 pic.twitter.com/5jJiode03U
  • 09:46 AM - 29th November, 2023 Incredible stained glass by and students around 'Serious Youth Violence: Forgiveness and Reconciliation' in partnership with , Reyntiens Glass Studio, and with at . pic.twitter.com/B0hfYQhJ9R
  • 11:05 AM - 28th November, 2023 We're recruiting for a Finance Officer - 30 hours a week. Please see our website for more information, and how to apply. Application forms should be emailed to hr.school by 9am Monday 11th December Read more pic.twitter.com/UPh6C9u8JM
  • 08:04 PM - 22nd November, 2023 We have once again teamed up with Holy Trinity School for Christmas Tree delivery while raising £10 per tree for our PSA. Please follow the link for the order form and name 'Christ's School' in the questions section. Last date for orders Tues 28th Nov! Read more pic.twitter.com/2wULKa0oL3
  • 06:26 PM - 21st November, 2023 Well done to the Yr8/9 girls basketball team who comfortable beat grey court in a recent borough fixture 🏀 pic.twitter.com/lgK8ie3DW7
  • 03:57 PM - 21st November, 2023 Necessary post-it notes in a pic.twitter.com/mJ4Fc27WYB
  • 03:55 PM - 21st November, 2023 This Friday, 24th November, we are having a non uniform day in aid of . Students can come to school wearing their own clothes, Please donate via our Just Giving link or card payments will be available on the gate. Read more pic.twitter.com/QRo8AuOk5V
  • 02:19 PM - 17th November, 2023 Christmas cooking club has returned. Interested students should speak to Ms Conteh for more information. pic.twitter.com/qK4uXlR4pV