OWEN WHITE

Category:  Co-opted Governor
Role(s):
Chair of Full Governing Body
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Appointed by the Governing Body in September 2013 

Bio:
I have been a School Governor for over six years.  I previously served on the Governing Body for Northaw C of E Primary before joining this school's Governors in 2013. I gladly became Chair in April 2016 and am proud to work with such a committed group of staff and volunteers.  Initially, I became a Governor to give something back to the community and more recently I am driven to help to ensure that our children and the staff at Goffs Oak strive towards our mission to provide all children with the opportunity to achieve their potential academically, socially and physically in a caring and well-ordered environment where each child can thrive and develop a sense of responsibility and worth.

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
​Vice Chair of Local Academy Board at Goffs Academy

KAMAL PATEL

Category:  Co-opted Governor
Role(s):
Chair of Finance & Premises Committee

Appointed by the Governing Body in September 2019

Bio:
I am a qualified accountant and am married with two children, both of whom have been through the school. I was initially interested in becoming a governor so that I could ensure that the school my children went to was a safe and friendly environment focused on providing the highest standard of education to my children. I strongly support the school’s values and its aims to improve educational standards and achievement for pupils in its care so that they have the best start in life.

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None 
Governance roles in other schools
None

GIOVANNI IAMARINO

Category:  Co-opted Governor
Role(s):

Vice Chair of Full Governing Body
Standards & Curriculum Committee
Lead DPO

Appointed by the Governing Body in September 2019

Bio:
I have been a Parent Governor since November 2016 and became a co-opted governor in 2020. I am a Father of two boys; one in Year 5 and another in Year 8 who previously attended Goffs Oak Primary. I have always had an interest in wanting to put something back into the community and I am excited to work with the team at Goffs Oak Primary School. I passionately believe that all children should have the opportunity to enjoy and thrive in an environment that will enable them to achieve their full potential. As a Parent Governor, I hope to support the School in providing our children with the very best all round educational experience.

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

MARIA MINAS

Category:  Co-Opted Governor 
Role(s): 

Chair of Standards and Curriculum committee 

Vice Chair of Full Governing Body

Link governor for EYFS/Key Stage One, Standards & Curriculum Committee

Appointed by the governing body

Bio:
I was appointed as a Parent Governor in October 2020 and I have a son that is currently in Year 5.   I previously served as a Staff Governor for a large primary school in Enfield and am now very excited about working with the wonderful team at Goffs Oak Primary.  
For the past five years I have been working as an Assistant Principal and Early Years lead at a primary school in Harlow. I have a particular interest in Early Years Education, and I truly believe that all children can achieve personal success and make great progress when provided with an enabling environment and high standards of teaching.  I feel very grateful to be given the opportunity to share my professional knowledge as well as offer my contribution as a parent to this Governing Body.  

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Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

JOANNE HOLLAND

Category:  Co-Opted Governor
Role(s):Finance & Premises Committee

Appointed by the Governing Body 

Bio:
​I was appointed a parent governor in October 2020. I have twin girls who are in Year 5 and I work full time for an accountancy firm in the City.
I wanted to join the governing body to learn more about how the school is run and make a positive contribution given the important role that the school will have over the next 3 years in my girls development. I believe as parents we should support the school but where necessary we should question and challenge the decisions being made. 
I look forward to working with the rest of the governors to assist the school to provide a secure and stimulating environment in which all pupils can develop themselves to their maximum potential academically, emotionally, physically and socially. ​

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

TOM LILLEY

Category: Co-opted Governor

Roles: Standards & Curriculum Committee

Appointed by the Governing Body in  June 2022

Bio

I'm been the vicar of St James church in Goffs Oak since 2021, as well as being a father of 3 girls. Prior ordination I was a secondary school teacher, and before I came to Goffs Oak I was the chaplain to a large state secondary school in Greater Manchester and a key part of that role was supporting the wellbeing of both students and staff. I believe that a good, well-rounded education can make such a difference in a child's life, and as a governor I hope to be able to support the school leadership team in supporting each and every child's needs. 

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

SALIH TASPINAR

Category: Co-opted Governor

Roles: Finance, Premises and Personnel Committee

Appointed by the Governing Body in June 2024

Bio

As an engineer, former STEM ambassador, and local father, I’m dedicated to supporting Goffs Oak Primary in delivering the best possible education. Becoming a governor was a natural choice for me, driven by my commitment to ensuring all children in our community have the opportunity to succeed.

I’m proud to play a part in helping the school thrive and preparing students for the future.

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

HANIFE SENKUL

Category: Parent Governor

Roles: Standards and Curriculum Committee
Link Governor for Attendance and Pupil Premium.

Appointed by the Parent Community in May 2024.

Bio

I was appointed as parent governor in May 2024 and have a son who is currently in Year 1. With a background in health and social care regulation, I was keen to join the governing body to gain a deeper understanding of how the school operates; both in practice and behind the scenes, to support the wellbeing and education of the children. 

I look forward to continuing my work with the school, supporting its progress and ensuring that the children's happiness and learning remains at the centre of everything we do. 

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

SACHA BENFREDJ

Category: Parent Governor

Roles: Finance, Premises and Personnel Committee
Link Governor for KS2

Appointed by the Parent Community in May 2024.

Bio

I was appointed as a Parent Governor in May 2024 and have two sons that are currently in Year 6 and the Nursery, therefore I have a vested interest to ensure the school continues to provide a first-class education and inspiring environment to our children. 

I am excited about supporting the school as I am passionate about giving back to the local community. I have much relevant experience with over 22 years working in Banking, in Investment, Risk, Finance and Project roles. 

I am also a trustee of Woodgreen animal charity, so I am acutely aware of the required governance responsibilities.

Relevant business interests
None
Relevant financial interests
None
Governance roles in other schools
None

OTHER GOVERNORS:

Ex-officio:
​Michelle Beck, Head Teacher

Associate:
​​Aimee Hart, Deputy Head Teacher

Staff elected governor:
Victoria Fryer