Governance

Chair of Governors
Local Authority Governor
Rosie Weaver BEM
Having worked in the NHS for many years I retrained as a Workplace Mediator. This has taken me all over the country.
I have lived in Meriden for 34 years and I was an elected Parish Councillor for Meriden for 16 years. My knowledge of the local community can help the school build stronger links with local groups, business and activities.

Co-opted Governor
Jonathan Jefferies
I am a Senior Category Manager working for the UK Utilities managing commercial activities for specialist and capital projects. I have worked in Procurement for 20 years but started off studying Computer Science and graphical programming before moving into purchasing.
Moved to Meriden 12 years ago and have a daughter who is currently attending school in year 2. Looking to support and have a positive impact as a Governor since I believe that having the right foundations in early life and learning is essential.
Vice Chair
Co-opted Governor
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Headteacher
Lucy Anderton
I have been the Headteacher at Meriden since September 2010. Prior to my appointment here I worked in Warwickshire schools, teaching throughout the primary age range. I feel very privileged to be Headteacher at this wonderful school; our Christian vision, shared by all staff, underpins everything we do for our children and families. Strong partnerships between pupils, parents, staff and governors ensure that pupils thrive in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

Foundation Governor
Matthew Clipsham
I am a teacher with responsibility for data management at a secondary school in Nuneaton and I have been teaching Psychology for nine years. I have lived in Meriden for seven years and have worked in schools in Birmingham and Coventry. I am a regular attendee at St. Laurence Church and was confirmed there in November 2019. I have a young family and am passionate about learning throughout all stages of education. I believe that education is most effective when based in the ethos of faith and have been supporting Meriden in my role as foundation governor for almost two years.

Foundation Governor
REV. KEVIN FLANAGAN
Details coming soon
Details coming soon
Parent Governor
Ed WILLIS

Parent Governor
Gem Murphy
I have lived in Meriden for 6 years and I am the parent of a year 6 pupil and younger pre-school sibling. Professionally, I have worked in social housing for 20 years and currently work at large housing association as Head of Customer & Community Engagement. Along with my team, I have responsibility for ensuring that customer views influence all areas of the organisations’ operations- from community engagement to maximise social value on local investment to strategic conversations to ensure that customers voices are heard at board level and form part of the governance of the organisation.
As a parent I care deeply about the success of the school, and I am keen to bring my professional skills and experience to the role of parent governor in supporting Meriden Primary in achieving their goals and purpose.

Bridgette Chandler
Co-Opted Governor
I have been working in the voluntary sector for several years and also volunteering in my local community. I am Chair of my Parish Council and Chair of NW Area of Town and Parish Councils. I hope to use my experience in community engagement and governance in a strategic and positive way to ensure continuous development while providing a safe learning environment for all pupils, staff and stakeholders.

