Debbie Trivett - Headteacher

The Headteacher is an ex-officio member of the Governing Board and is a member of all sub committees.

I have been Headteacher at Templefield Lower School since 2016. The last 7 years have been incredibly enjoyable and I am proud of the successes we have achieved during this time. I am passionate about education for all and want to ensure all children have the best learning opportunities and grow to reach their potential. As part of the governing body, I provide key information to governors and am accountable to them for the effectiveness of the school. I am lucky to work with a fantastic staff team and a supportive governing body, all of whom are committed to moving the school forward. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, Formula 1, travelling and spending time with my family. 

Sue Simmons - Chair of Governors

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Chair of Governors. Link Governor for Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity, Member of the Finance and Personnel; Standards and Achievement and Pay Committee.  (Local Authority Governor).

I joined the board of Governors in September 2022 and was delighted to be elected Chair at our first meeting of the year.  I was lucky enough to know the school well as I had worked with the school for the previous two years as a School Improvement Adviser for the Local Authority.  

I have had a long and varied career in education, working as an adviser and also a headteacher in four schools in the Midlands. I am really enjoying being back working directly in school with the children, staff and families.

I am keen to develop good relationships with the school community and want to make sure that your voice is heard on what type of school you want Templefield to be.  We have some new governors who I know share my passion for making sure you children get a fantastic deal at Templefield and are well prepared for their transfer to the next stage of their education.  I want Templefield to be a fantastic place to learn and work and for you to be confident that your child is achieving the best they possibly can. 

On a personal note, I was born and bred in the Black Country and am a lifelong Wolverhampton Wanderers supporter.  I love travelling and spending time with my grandson, Oscar, who keeps me on my toes!

James Hatch - Co-chair of Governors

Lead Governor for Health and Safety/Premises and co-lead for Finance. I am also a member of the Pay committee. (Parent Governor)

I have worked at Luton Town FC Community Trust for 15 years and I am currently part of the SMT team as the school and sport manager and over see programmes from 3 year olds to 65 year olds covering Health, Education, Participation and Inclusion.

Prior to my role at Luton Town FC Community Trust, I work as a Personal Trainer in the leisure industry at a gym in Milton Keynes and have used my expertise from this job role to support my current day to day role.

I have 2 children who attend Templefield Lower School; one child currently in year 1 and 1 currently in their final year at the school. I am looking forward to my role on the governing board at the school and look forward to helping the school to continue its positive trajectory and help to establish and develop key skills to help the pupils, parents and local community feel proud of what Templefield Lower School can offer.

Laura Dalton - Vice Chair of Governors

Co-Lead Governor for Early Years  and part of the Wellbeing group.  Member of the Premises, Health and Safety; Standards and Achievement and Headteacher Performance Management Committee. (Parent Governor).

I have been a teacher for 12 years and have taught in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. I currently teach part-time in Reception, in a school in Milton Keynes and have been there for 7 years. Alongside my teaching responsibilities I am involved in monitoring and promoting pupil and staff wellbeing.

I have two small young girls, one is in Year 1 and the other will soon attend pre-school. We enjoy spending time as a family, going on day trips and doing lots of creative activities. Outside of school I enjoy reading, running and playing hockey.

I am pleased to have been appointed a Governor at Templefield Lower School. I am excited to support the school in achieving its strategic vision and ensuring all children have an excellent school experience.

Joanne Johnson

Lead Governor for Assessment; Co-lead for Vulnerable Pupil Groups (SEND/Pupil Premium).  Member of the Headteacher Performance Management, Standards and Achievement, Finance and Personnel and Pay Committees.  (Co-Opted Governor)

I work as a Deputy Head Teacher. Within my role, I am responsible for Improving the Quality of Teaching and Learning. I am also responsible for the attainment of Pupil Premium children.

I am now entering my fourth year of governance at Templefield Lower School. I have previous experience of governance at other schools.

I am a very active person and try to run at least three times a week. When I am not running, I enjoy going to the gym and swimming. I also enjoy spending time with my family and travelling to new places to broaden my knowledge of different cultures and traditions.

I live locally to the school and wanted to help and support my local community.

I joined the Governing Body as I felt that I have a range of skills to offer that will help and support the school and therefore help and support the children in the local community.

Ann Coward

Co-Lead governor for governor training and development and a member of the Health and ~Safety Committee  (Staff Governor)

I have been a teacher at Templefield for 7 years and I am currently teaching in Year 2 where I am the Year Group Team Leader. I am also the Curriculum Lead for English within the school. I have taught in Year 4 at Templefield along with Year 1 in my previous school. I qualified as a teacher in 2014 after taking a break from work following the birth of my son. Prior to this I had a successful career working in merchandising for a large national retailer.

I have 2 children who both attend Redborne Upper School. Outside of school I enjoy keeping fit, walking, watching films and spending time with friends and family.

Having recently been appointed as our Staff Governor, I am excited to get started and be a part of our governing body to support, develop and enhance the education for our children.

Margaret Timothy  

Co-lead Governor for Early Years, member of the Premises, Health and Safety and Pay Committees (Co-opted Governor)

I am a retired teacher, having taught in Early Years for most of my career - in Cardiff, London and lately in Luton where I remained for 25 years. I even worked at Templefield School in the mid 90s!

I have lived opposite the school for 40 years now, so know the area well. My 3 children and 5 of my grandchildren have attended the school. I volunteer weekly in both Reception classes, which is a real treat for me.

Most of my time these days is spent supporting my family, walking, reading or participating in many and varied church activities.

One of my passions has always been to ensure that young children are nurtured and guided to develop a love of life and learning in an environment that is safe and yet stimulating.

As a Governor, I am looking forward to developing new strategic skills but I am hoping that my knowledge and experience will be of benefit to all.

Basmah Malik

Member of the Standards and Achievement and Pay Committees.  (Co-opted Governor)

Hello.  I am a Chartered Marketer and communications specialist with over a decade of experience advising global organisations across the non-profit, legal, policy, international relations and luxury fashion sectors. I lead high-impact communication strategies that strengthen brand positioning and build long-term institutional trust, with diversity and inclusion embedded at the core of my approach.
I also bring expertise in public relations and reputation management, supporting
organisations in navigating complex, high-profile or sensitive public discourse with clarity and confidence. I am an alumna of Saïd Business School and London College of Fashion and also a Member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (MCIPR) and an Associate Member (ACIArb) of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

Tina Fitzsimmons

Member of the Finance and Personnel and Headteacher Performance Management committees.  (Co-opted Governor).

Eva Favva

Member of the Standards and Achievement, Finance and Personnel committees.  (Co-opted Governor).

Mike Lawrence

Member of the Finance and Personnel, and Pay Committees.  (Co-opted governor).

Jo Richards

School Business Manager - link for Finance and Personnel; Premises, Health and Safety committees.  (Associate Governor - non voting member)

Carol Smithers

Deputy Headteacher - link for Standards and Achievement Committee. (Associate Governor - non voting member)

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