Our Values
KindnessCreating happiness
Friendship Showing patience Sharing encouraging words and our time Thoughtfulness |
CuriosityInquisitiveness
Exploration Discovery Asking questions Making connections |
UnderstandingWelcoming all
Celebrating difference Being inclusive Asking for help when we need it Being tolerant |
BraveryTaking risks
Being adventurous Trying new things Challenging one’s self Standing up for what is right |
ResponsibilityDoing the right thing
Being reliable Care for self, others and the environment Using our manners Taking ownership |
FGMFGM Wednesday 12th March 2025 4.30pm Next FGM Wednesday 11th June 2025 4.30pm |
Learning & Teaching MeetingWednesday 9th July 4.30pm |
Bridget Adnett Staff - Associate Governor. Resources Committee Member. Learning & Teaching Committee Member
At the last FGB Meeting Bridget declared no business interests.
Amy Ashton Staff - Associate Governor. Resources Committee Member
At the last FGB Meeting, Amy was in attendance as our new Business Manager Amy declared that she is CFO for the Four Rivers Trust.
Tracy Crawford Staff Governor. Learning and Teaching Committee Member
I have been a Teaching Assistant at Norbury Hall for 20 years, joining in April 2004. I have worked in all years at Norbury Hall from Nursery to Year 6. Prior to this I worked as an HR Officer for 11 years in the HR Department of the Cooperative Insurance Society head office in Manchester. I joined the school governing board in May 2013 as a Support Staff Governor and I am now a Co-opted Governor. I am also the UNISON workplace contact for Norbury Hall.
At the last FGB Meeting, Tracy declared no business interests.
At the last FGB Meeting, Tracy declared no business interests.
Hannah Garrett Co-opted Governor
I started working at Norbury Hall in September 2005 in a Year 5 class. I am currently in my third term of office as governor, where I started as a staff governor and then moved to be a co-opted governor a few years ago.
I chose to be a staff governor as I wanted to offer a teacher's perspective on important school matters and broaden my own knowledge of how our school runs; whilst also being able to communicate the viewpoint of teachers at meetings. Norbury has a strong feeling of solidarity with a warm and strong community driven school, with excellent support from parents and staff and it is a pleasure to be part of this environment.
At the last FGM, Hannah declared no business interests.
I chose to be a staff governor as I wanted to offer a teacher's perspective on important school matters and broaden my own knowledge of how our school runs; whilst also being able to communicate the viewpoint of teachers at meetings. Norbury has a strong feeling of solidarity with a warm and strong community driven school, with excellent support from parents and staff and it is a pleasure to be part of this environment.
At the last FGM, Hannah declared no business interests.
Jane Holland Learning and Teaching Committee, Appeals Committee, Pay Committee
.I was appointed to the Governing Board as a Parent Governor in November 2018, and have since been re-elected to serve a further term. I work full-time as a Governance Manager at the University of Manchester. I have a sound knowledge of strategic governance and experience of the education sector's current challenges.
I feel it is important to give children the best possible start to their education, not only in an academic sense but also in wider areas of learning, personal development and enrichment. Norbury Hall Primary School is a huge part of family life and the local community and I am keen to support its vision and values in supporting the children to be happy, healthy global citizens. At the last full Governing Board meeting, Jane declared no business interests.
I feel it is important to give children the best possible start to their education, not only in an academic sense but also in wider areas of learning, personal development and enrichment. Norbury Hall Primary School is a huge part of family life and the local community and I am keen to support its vision and values in supporting the children to be happy, healthy global citizens. At the last full Governing Board meeting, Jane declared no business interests.
Gemma Lyons Parent Governor
I have been a Parent Governor since 2022 with two children currently at Norbury Hall. I work within the Higher Education sector as a Director of Finance and I was keen to put the skills from my profession into good use. I sit on Resources Sub-Committee and enjoy working with the Governing Board at Norbury in progressing the best outcomes for all children across the school.
At the last FGB Meeting, Gemma declared no business interests.
At the last FGB Meeting, Gemma declared no business interests.
Peter Marks Parent Governor, Resources Committee
I had the honour of being elected as a Parent Governor in 2024 whilst my son was still in year one. Having been a solicitor for over 20 years I hope to be able to play an active part in the oversight and effective management of Norbury Hall.
At the last FGB Meeting Peter declared no business interests.
At the last FGB Meeting Peter declared no business interests.
Jo Mills Staff Governor
At the last FGB Meeting Jo declared no business interests.
Julie Rice Staff - Associate Governor. Resources Committee Member. Learning & Teaching Committee Member
At the last FGB Meeting, Julie declared no business interests.
Karen Shepherd Co-Opted Governor
I have been a governor at Norbury Hall since September 2020, initially as a parent governor and now as a co-opted governor. I currently sit on the Learn & Teach Committee and I’m the Wellbeing/SEND governor.
My two sons are pupils which gives me a genuine interest in understanding the curriculum and operation of the school. My career as a Retail Buyer has given me strong experience to challenge, ask questions and give support when decisions are required. I am passionate about ensuring all pupils get the best from their education journey in a supportive school that plays a key role within the community.
At the last FGB Meeting Karen declared no business interests.
My two sons are pupils which gives me a genuine interest in understanding the curriculum and operation of the school. My career as a Retail Buyer has given me strong experience to challenge, ask questions and give support when decisions are required. I am passionate about ensuring all pupils get the best from their education journey in a supportive school that plays a key role within the community.
At the last FGB Meeting Karen declared no business interests.
Rebecca Tinker EYFS Governor. Resources Committee Member. Pay Appeals Committee
I’ve been a governor at Norbury Hall since September 2014 – initially as a parent governor and latterly I was co-opted. I sit on the resources sub-committee and am the EYFS governor within the board. I’ve had an association with the school for some time as my two daughters were pupils. I also took over Norbury Hall’s before and after school provision in 2018. I work within the early years childcare sector, and for many of the children I care for their next step is onto Norbury Hall. As such, I have a great passion for seeing all children encouraged to achieve well and perform to their full potential at the school, and find it very rewarding to see just how pro-actively the school team and governing body work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all pupils, within a safe and supportive environment.
At the last FGB Meeting, Rebecca declared business interests as Manager of Little Tinkers Childcare, providers of wraparound care at the school as well as owning and running a local Early Years Provision.
At the last FGB Meeting, Rebecca declared business interests as Manager of Little Tinkers Childcare, providers of wraparound care at the school as well as owning and running a local Early Years Provision.
James Wellens Chair
I have been a member of the Governing Board of Norbury Hall since 2013, initially serving as a Parent Governor, and since 2017 as a co-opted governor.
I have been Chair of the board of Governors since the Autumn of 2024. Prior to being a Governor I was treasurer and then vice-chair of the Parents Association for several years. I bring the experience of a long career in retail management to the board.
My three children are all ex-pupils of Norbury Hall.
At the last full Governing Board meeting, James declared no business interests.
I have been Chair of the board of Governors since the Autumn of 2024. Prior to being a Governor I was treasurer and then vice-chair of the Parents Association for several years. I bring the experience of a long career in retail management to the board.
My three children are all ex-pupils of Norbury Hall.
At the last full Governing Board meeting, James declared no business interests.
Becky Wood Head Teacher
At the last full Governing Board meeting, Becky declared that she is a Governor at Lisburne School.
