Governing Body and Register of interests
MANOR PARK SCHOOL & NURSERY GOVERNORS
Please see information regarding members of our Local Governing Body below, consisting of their name, pen portrait, term of office, areas of responsibility and any declarations of interest. Declarations of interest are checked at every Local Governing Body meeting, this page being updated with any changes which may arise.
Our Chair of Governors is Miss Bridget Wall and can be contact by writing to the school c/o , Manor Park School and Nursery, Manor Park South, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 8DB
Ben Tudor - Head Teacher
Declaration of Interests: TBC
Bridget Wall - Co-opted Governor (Chair Person)
Term of Office: 01/09/2025 - 31/08/2029
Declaration of Interest: Teacher at Stockport Grammar (since September 2022)
I am a Primary School teacher with over 20 years experience of rural and inner city schools in the UK. I have also worked as a Teacher Trainer in Ghana and as a Nursery teacher in Spain. My son Davey is now in Year 6 and I have really enjoyed being actively involved with Manor Park school throughout his time as a pupil. I have been a parent volunteer in various year groups, have taught Mindfulness sessions, run an after school club and I am also as a member of the MPSA. I have also worked as a volunteer with the Cheshire branch of the children’s charity Home-Start for 5 years and am a Beaver Leader at 2nd Knutsford Scouts. I currently teach at a school in Stockport.
I am looking forward to developing my knowledge and experience as a member of governing body and contributing as much as I can to the continuing development of our super, nurturing school.
Ann Hollingsbee - Parent Governor (Vice Chair)
Term of Office: 07/10/2022 - 06/10/2026
Declaration of Interest: Husband is a governor at Egerton Primary School
I have three children who currently attend Manor Park in Years 4, 2 and Reception. I grew up in Knutsford and moved back here in 2020.
Having previously worked as a secondary MFL teacher I am passionate about education and in particular making sure every child is able to enjoy school and reach their potential. Since having children I have spent a lot of my time in voluntary community work. Among other things I run various groups connected to our church, help run a local Brownie group, volunteer at the children’s centre as an Infant Feeding Peer Supporter and am on the committee of the MPSA.
I am looking forward to being a governor and helping ensure that Manor Park continues to be a wonderful, positive and caring school where every child is able to thrive.
Catherine Williams – Parent Governor
Term of Office: 07/10/2022 - 06/10/2026
Declaration of Interest: None
I am really pleased to become a governor of Manor Park and hopefully being able to use my experience and skills to make a positive contribution. I have two children who recently joined the school when our family moved to Knutsford and have been really impressed in how friendly and welcoming staff have been. I believe that all children should have access to an education that supports them in fulfilling their potential.
I have almost 20 years’ experience of working in children’s service across local authority, the civil service and the NHS at a local and national level. I currently work for Alder Hey Children’s Hospital managing a Cheshire and Merseyside wide Children’s Transformation Programme that is focused on improving services for communities where health outcomes are poorest. I have experience of working to promote good practice in early years settings, workforce development and developing services for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, children who are looked after and those with emotional wellbeing and mental health needs. Before moving to Knutsford, I spent six years commissioning NHS services for children and young people with complex needs in Leeds working closely with social care and education services.
Pamela Larner - Co-opted Governor
Term of Office: 08/12/2021 - 07/12/2025
Declaration of Interest: None
I am a primary school teacher with a wealth of experience who became a co-opted Governor in Autumn 2021. My career started in Warrington over thirty years ago and I currently teach a Year 3 mixed ability class in Hale. For several years, I also held the role of Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) across Key Stages 1 and 2 at my present school. Teaching has always been my passion and I feel it is important that all pupils are given every opportunity to fulfil their potential. I also believe a healthy school environment enables children to flourish and learn. I thoroughly enjoy being in a school setting, contributing to and being part of a team.
I have two children and two young grandchildren, I have lived in Knutsford, near to the school, for four years, I am excited to be a part of the ongoing development of Manor Park and I see my role as a Governor as one of providing support to staff and pupils alike in any way I can.
Laura Power - Staff Governor
Term of Office: 01/5/2024 - 30/4/2028
Declaration of Interest: None
I started teaching at Manor Park School in September 2012. I am currently part time, teaching in Reception as well as leading Computing across the school. I became staff governor here in May 2024 following the maternity leave of the previous post holder. I have a keen passion in the early development of children and the promotion of the arts across the curriculum.
After previously holding the role of staff governor at the start of my teaching career back in 2000, it is interesting to come back to the role to see how the development of the governing body has changed over the years. With 24 years of teaching experience across mainly KS1, I bring with me a wealth of knowledge of the curriculum, teaching profession and workings of school. I started my career teaching in the London borough of Camden and moved back here in 2016 teaching in schools across Cheshire East and Cheshire West. I have two children of my own, my daughter, who attended Manor Park Nursery before moving to a local primary school nearer to home, now attends high school, and my older son is now at university.
Michelle Boyd - Co-opted Governor
Term of Office : 1/6/2024 - 30/4/2028
Declaration of Interest: None
I moved back to the UK and to Knutsford in 2016 after having the opportunity to live and work in Australia for 10 years. My daughter is currently at Manor Park and since she started, our experience has been very positive. I’m looking forward to getting more involved with supporting the school, having previously been part of the MPSA.
I am Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance at a financial services organisation, where I have worked for the last 18 years both in the UK and Australia. Through work I have also had the opportunity to support the Women’s Association and mentor young female school leavers, helping to equip them for the next stage in their life. I am also a qualified Mental Health First Aider, which has given me great insight and skills that I have been able to apply both professionally and personally.
I believe in children being given the opportunity to thrive and being able to dream big and to reach their full potential. I am grateful for the opportunity to become a Governor and hopeful that I can use my experience and skills to support the school and the local community
Andrew Tully- Co-opted Governor
Term of Office: 30/03/2023 - 29/03/2027
Declaration of Interest: None
I moved to Knutsford in 2019 and two of my children attended Manor Park. Although I don’t work in the education sector, I have more than 30 years’ experience working in senior roles in the financial services industry, and I hope that can help me bring a different perspective. I am the lead Governor for Finance.
I am looking forward to developing my knowledge and experience as a member of the local governing body and contributing as much as I can to help children continue to get a positive experience and achieve their potential in the time they spend at Manor Park.
Sue Pomeroy - Co-opted Governor
Term of Office: 01/09/2024 - 31/08/2028
Declaration of Interest: Clerk with Cheshire East from May 2018 and Governance Clerk with The Learning Partnership from February 2024
Governors Who have Left in the Previous 12 Months
Lesley Dalzell- Co-opted Governor
Term of Office: 18/12/2021 - 17/12/2025
Declaration of Interest: Knutsford Town Councillor (since May 2019), Trustee Crosstown Community Orcahrd (since May 2024)