COBBS INFANT AND NURSERY SCHOOL - Key Persons
I have two children in Cobbs and would consider it a privilege to further support the educational experience the school and nursery provides. I have been impressed at the paperless nature of communication at Cobbs and have been involved professionally with improving computer systems and ensuring they are meeting the needs of their users.
Currently, I work in the BBC's Childrens and Education department and specifically within a team which aims to provide safe, fun and ethical digital experiences for children. This aligns with my own values and the values I see at work in Cobbs too.
Job Titles:
- Chairman
- Chairman and Parent Representative )
We were pleased how Cameron settled into Cobbs, and how he progressed, which is largely due to the caring and supportive ethos of the school, and the wonderful staff. We knew that he would face some challenges, and we cannot thank the school enough for the brilliant way in which they worked with him, and us, to overcome them. He has now moved to the Juniors and has made a fantastic start, and our youngest son Euan is at Cobbs and is doing brilliantly. I have been a teacher for over fifteen years, and have taught across the primary age range, in a number of schools. I am a qualified SENCo, and am currently in the final year of a Master's degree in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
I have been employed at the school for over twenty years having previously been employed in personnel and recruitment. I was Clerk to the Governing Body up until 2016 when I was invited to use this experience and become a Governor. I enjoy my role within the school immensely and have thoroughly enjoyed welcoming many families to our school community over the years.
There have been many changes in the education system over the years but throughout this, I believe the ethos of our school being a caring, child centred environment has remained a constant throughout this time.
I have two young children who benefit from the wonderful Cobbs education. They both joined in September 2019 and love going to Cobbs. As parents we have been very pleased with the warm, caring and vibrant ethos of the school. We feel that Cobbs has given both girls a strong start in their education. They have both gained confidence and have developed some lovely friendships at Cobbs.
I work in the charity sector and am currently employed as a Trusts and Grants Fundraiser for a regional youth charity. Prior to my current role I worked in corporate fundraising for a number of different regional and national children's health charities.
I'm from Canada and moved to the UK in 2012, living in Bristol until 2018 when we moved to Warrington to be closer to family after our second child was born. I'm looking forward to contributing to the Cobbs community as a member of the Governing Body.
Having worked in child development for many years I understand the importance of every child accessing a safe and enriching learning environment. As a parent and volunteer working at the school, I have seen first-hand the fantastic work the Cobbs family does. I intend to support the governors and provide a parent's view to assist the school as it goes from strength to strength. My son started at the school in the nursery and has settled in incredibly well and has become such a confident boy thanks to the amazing teachers at the school.
Job Titles:
- Staff
- Teaching and Staff Representative
I completed a 4-year BEd. Hons. Primary Education Degree at The University of Bedfordshire and qualified as a teacher in 2013. I have taught across KS1 for many years and have been a Year 2 class teacher here at Cobbs since 2019. I am looking forward to being part of the Curriculum Committee and supporting the school with continuing to develop an enriching and purposeful curriculum for all of our pupils. I am also extremely passionate about PE and school sport and through my role as a Staff Governor I will strive to promote the impact PE can have on the pupils' academic and personal achievements as well as giving our pupils the best start to lead healthy and active lives.
Job Titles:
- Clerk to the Governing Body )
Job Titles:
- Local Authority Representative
I am a retired Mathematics teacher and a Chemical Engineer.
I have lived in this area of Warrington for over 25 years, my children attended The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School, I was chair of Governors at Broomfields Junior School and a Parent Governor and have taught mathematics at Bridgewater High School.
I am extremely proud of our local area and local schools, specifically The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School. My aim is to support The Cobbs to continue to provide the very best educational experience and outcomes possible for our children and am looking forward to seeing it continue to succeed, grow and develop as a continued leader of early year's education.
Job Titles:
- Headteacher Representative )
I am delighted to have been appointed as the Headteacher of The Cobbs, having previously held the positions of Acting Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher here. I have experience as a teacher, senior leader and SENDCo across various schools in the Warrington and Halton area. I am passionate about providing children with the best possible education so that each individual reaches their true potential. I am excited about my role as a Governor as I feel it will provide me with further opportunity to work alongside staff, families and our community to ensure our pupils are happy and learning through an enriched curriculum.
Job Titles:
- Vice Chair
- Vice Chair and Parent Representative )
I have two daughters. My eldest started her journey at Cobbs in Cygnets class when she was two years old, moving through preschool and has now started in reception. The welcoming environment and caring nature of all the staff has been key in our decision to send our children to Cobbs.
Professionally I am a bilingual PA working for a large international corporation having previously lived and worked in various other European countries. I hope to use my organisational skills to help Cobbs and the Governing Body run smoothly and streamline processes where necessary. Through my experiences I am convinced that children benefit from exposure to vast and varied opportunities and this is something I am passionate about promoting within Cobbs.
Job Titles:
- Co - Opted Representative