Our Governors (ID 1028)

• Mrs Lydia Farnham
  Local Authority Governor, Co-Chair of Governors, EYFS, Children in Care
  Mrs Lydia Farnham

  I am a born and bred Telford local, although I studied and lived in Leeds and London before returning to Telford and starting a family.

  Having trained and worked professionally in Musical Theatre, I went on to complete my formal teacher training at secondary and sixth form level, teaching Performing Arts in schools and colleges across the West Midlands.

  I then moved into more administrative roles in order to improve the balance between work life and family life.

  This year, in addition to co-Chairing the Full Governing Board, I am a member of the Finance and Personnel Committee, the Curriculum and Standards Committee and also the 'link Governor' for EYFS and Children in Care.

• Mrs Yasmin Hughes
  Parent Governor, Co-Chair, Safeguarding & Attendance
  Mrs Yasmin Hughes

  I’m Yasmin, but most people will know me as Yaz.

  I have two daughters, both of whom attend Meadows.

  I have always lived in Telford and attended Meadows myself (except it was called Ketley Town Infants and Junior School back then). I currently work as a HR Officer, but before that, I was an English teacher for over a decade.

  I wanted to become a school governor because I have a passion for education and want to be part of the exciting journey that Meadows is on.

  This year, in addition to co-chairing the Full Governing Board, I am a member of the Finance and Personnel Committee, the Curriculum and Standards Committee and also the 'link Governor' for Safeguarding & Attendance

• Mr Ben Goddard
  Vice-Chair of Governors
  Mr Ben Goddard

  I have lived in Telford all my life and I have worked in education for 15 years. I am currently an Assistant Principal for an academy in Stoke-On-Trent. In my career I have taken many roles, from an unqualified teacher, head of department, trust-wide director with a great passion for teaching mathematics. The reason I became a teacher was to encourage young people to reach their potential and inspire the next generation. I have a daughter attended Meadows and my son is currently in Year 6. It is an exciting time for the school and I look forward to working as a parent governor, alongside the school, on its journey.

  This year, in addition to the Full Governing Board, I am a member of the Health, Safety and Site Standards Committee.

• Joseph Piatczanyn
  Headteacher
  Joseph Piatczanyn

  As Headteacher of Meadows Primary School and Nursery, I attend all Governors meetings where I respond to critical friendship from our Governors board. It is only through their support and challenge that our vision and motto - Aspire, Grow, Flourish - can be truly brought to life.

  If you would like to find out about joining our Governing board, please do get in touch!

• Samuel Millward-Thomas
  Co-Opted Governor, Safeguarding & Attendance
  Samuel Millward-Thomas

  I have worked within the Education and Social Care sector since graduating from University. I have experience working with young people in a secondary school environment and have knowledge within Careers Advice and Guidance.

  I am also a Councillor at Ketley Parish Council and have worked with Meadows Primary to deliver a range of community projects. I am pleased to have been co-opted as a Governor in 2020 and look forward to working with the school, where I also have a daughter attending!

  This year, in addition to the Full Governing Board, I am a member of the Curriculum and Standards Committee and also the 'link Governor' for Safeguarding and Attendance.

• Mrs Jessica Clay
  Co-Opted Governor, SEND
  Mrs Jessica Clay

  I'm Jessica, a mother of three children, two of whom attend Meadows Primary School and Nursery. I have always lived in Telford and have lived in Ketley for 13 years. I am a community champion at Morrisons where I support different community schools, food banks and more.

  I wanted to become a school governor to support children's education. I strongly believe in the power of sports and I’m eager to support the school in any way I can.

  This year, in addition to the Full Governing Board, I am a member of the Health, Safety and Site Standards Committee and also the 'link Governor' for special educational needs and disabilities.

• Mrs Michelle Pritchard
  Staff Governor, Pupil Premium
  Mrs Michelle Pritchard

  As a teacher at Meadows, I am delighted to sit on the Governing Board as a Staff Governor.

  In doing so, I am enabled to understand the rich work that goes on behind the scenes in 'making Meadows magnificent'.

  This year, in addition to the Full Governing Board, I am a member of the Health, Safety and Site Standards Committee and also the 'link Governor' for Pupil Premium.

• Mr Reid Ebanks
  Parent Governor, Finance and Personnel Chair, English
  Mr Reid Ebanks

  I have son who currently attends Meadows.

  I currently sit on the Finance committee and wish to use my skills and expertise to provide critical friendship and help add value to Meadows.

  I have a Business Management degree, and currently work as a Project Manager within a Consultancy specialising in delivering Infrastructure Projects.

  This has given me experience in Budget management, contract management, resource management and health & safety.

  This year, in addition to the Full Governing Board, I am Chair of the Finance and Personnel Committee and also the 'link Governor' for English.

• Mr Neil Jones
  Parent Governor, Health, Safety & Site Standards Chair
  Mr Neil Jones

  I have a daughter and granddaughter that attends Meadows.

  I work at Muller Dairy in Telford where I am a MPS Technology Expert. I have recently transitioned in my new role after being a production shift manager for 15 years.

  
  I am experienced in personnel, finance, health and safety, continuous improvement, as well as having many more attributes which I hope will contribute to the continued improvement and growth of the school.

  This year, in addition to the Full Governing Board, I am the Chair of the Health, Safety & Site Standards Committee.