Maureen is an experienced Governor with many years experience across a variety of school. She is currently Headteacher of Langford Village School in Bicester and chairs the Finance Committee of the Local Authority Schools Forum. Having been a secondary PE teacher, local authority advisor and Headteacher at 3 Oxfordshire Schools, Maureen brings a wealth of experience and insight to the Governing Body at St Mary’s. She has been Chair of Governors since March 2019.
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Victoria has been a teacher for 24 years, working in both Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire in a wide variety of schools and posts. Having worked for Oxfordshire County Council as a School Improvement Advisory Teacher for five years, Victoria was appointed to her first headship in January 2012 ensuring that the school was judged 'good' by both Ofsted and SIAMS by the end of 2013. In January 2014, Victoria was asked to lead a second school which required improvement. As Executive Headteacher she led the school to a 'good' outcome in May 2015 and in September 2015 became the new substantive Headteacher here at St Mary's.
Victoria believes passionately in the power of education to change lives and build successful citizens. She knows that schools are places where not just children, but the whole family can be supported and helped. She hopes that by empowering all to succeed through setting an inspirational vision for the future, St Mary's will continue its long history at the heart of the Banbury community. |
Justin joined St Mary’s as a Parent Governor in September 2019. Justin's experiences to date have been largely in higher education and focused largely on devising strategy, leading development and fundraising programs and building alumni networks both here in the UK and internationally. He hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Classics from an American university and MPhil and PhD degrees in History, both being awarded from a UK university.
Justin and Anna looking forward to representing the diverse and international group of parents who have chosen to send their children to St Mary’s, and to working with the senior leadership to build upon the School's recent run of academic success and supporting their efforts to create a happy, healthy and thriving educational community. |
With a background in Music and Arts teaching, before working as a Curate at Shipston-on-Stour and Coventry Cathedral, Sarah was appointed Chaplain to the Arts at St Mary’s Church in 2019. She is passionate about Arts education and inclusion for all in community Arts projects and chairs Arts @BSM.
Sarah brings this passion and experience to the role of Foundation Governor at St Mary’s School. |
Helen worked at St Mary's School since 2019, having previously worked at other ODST schools and supported them with school improvement work . She has worked closely with school governing bodies through my school improvement work, and have supported governors with a cost benefit analysis of new school initiatives.
She became a Governor to support the school in its ambition to provide a well-rounded educational experience for all its children. Helen was appointed as a governor at St. Mary’s in Autumn 2020. |
Sarah was elected as a parent governor, and attended St Mary's herself as a child. She is passionate about wanting all the children to remember their days and experiences as fondly as she does. She is particular passionate about SEND and the experiences of children with SEND in the school.
Sarah is excited about the opportunity to serve as a governor and having the opportunity to support and challenge St Mary’s leadership team to build on its history and success. Sarah works in a pharmacy which is a busy atmosphere that requires good communication and organisation skills, she hopes will help her in her role. |
Before becoming vicar of St Mary’s church in Banbury, Serena was a chaplain to a musical theatre college, providing pastoral support as well as teaching classes to help students explore their identity and emotional well being. As well as being the vicar of St Mary’s church, Serena is also an LGBTI+ chaplain for the Diocese of Oxford, providing pastoral support to people within that community as well as those exploring their sexuality.
Serena is passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment in both St Mary’s church and St Mary’s school. She is looking forward to working more closely with both students and staff to help share the abundant love of Jesus Christ. Serena was appointed as a governor at St. Mary’s in Autumn 2020. |
St. Mary's Church of England (VC) Primary School Southam Road Banbury OX16 2EG
Headteacher: Victoria Woods Tel/Fax: 01295 263026 Email office@banburystmarysschool.co.uk |