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I’m a sustainability consultant with a background in architecture and engineering, a keen sea swimmer and mum to two children at Looe Community Academy.

We’re relatively new to the town and absolutely love it here. I was previously a governor at my children’s primary school for four years, and really enjoyed the role and the opportunity it brings to give strategic support and challenge in different areas. I’m looking forward to contributing to the community in this way.

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Even before my own children started school, I had been closely associated with the care of children and young people through taking a Sunday school group at a local Church in Liskeard and helping to care for my nephews and nieces.

From the early 1990s, as a parent, I voluntarily supported reading and other activities at Liskeard Junior School (Varley Lane); helping in the library and serving on the committee of the PTA.

I have a particular interest in Special Educational Needs as both of my children have required individual support during their formal education. My daughter Jenny is mildly dyslexic and my son, Daniel, on the autistic spectrum with a moderate learning disability.

Daniel was granted a full Statement for SEN at the age of 5 and, for a number of years, I helped with a support group of families in the area with children with ASD. I have recognised the value and expertise of support staff working with my son enabling him to access his education and relationships with other children and adults.

I became secretary of the MOSS Action Group to lobby for the new Junior School to be built on the Old Road site in Liskeard. The Junior School was relocated as Hillfort Primary School.

As my children grew into secondary education, and being concerned on changes to the provision for students with SEND, I became a parent (latterly as a co-opted) governor at my daughter’s school, Liskeard School and Community College.

I served from 2001 – 2008 on Finance, Premises and Curriculum committees, linked to the Science Department.

I was nominated as a representative on the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Autism at Westminster and regularly attended meetings at the House of Commons. On occasions, I had the privilege to ask questions of MPs for the support of families of children and young people on the spectrum.

I began working as a Teaching Assistant at Looe (Community School) in 2001, and appointed science technician in 2007.

I passionately believe that everyone working in schools have an important role to support young people. It is a privilege to support and help young people on their journey to adulthood and to opportunities beyond their formal education.

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I am delighted to be a member of the Looe Community Academy governing committee and very happy to hear from parents and community members who would like to reach out.  

I am passionate about the experience of our children at school, being a father of two daughters at the Academy.  I believe that strong partnerships between school, families and the wider community are essential for student success.  As a governor, I am committed to supporting the school’s leadership, championing academic excellence and helping to shape a positive, ambitious future for our children.

I work in Human Resources and have done for the past twenty years with experience across major projects for more than one national employer.  I bring a wealth of experience in supporting talent and fostering inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.  My career has focused on helping individuals reach their potential and I hope to be able to use my experience in the school setting to act as trusted partner to the Looe leadership team.  

I am proud to contribute to our local community through my role as a governor at Looe Community Academy.

Hello, my name is Zoe, and I’m really pleased to have joined the governing body. I have a strong connection to the school, having grown up locally and attended the secondary school myself, and now having a daughter at the academy. It feels very meaningful to be returning in this role.

After leaving school, I moved away to university to study Public Relations, which included a placement in China. I then spent over 10 years working in marketing and communications, including several years at Cornwall College as their Marketing and Internal Communications Manager. This gave me valuable experience in engagement, strategic thinking, and working within an educational environment.

Following this, I stepped away from my career to start a family and support my husband’s construction business, where I took on the role of Operations Manager and was responsible for the day-to-day running of the company.

A few years ago, I decided to retrain as a counsellor, which has been a really important and fulfilling change in direction for me. I now work for a domestic and sexual abuse charity, supporting clients through counselling, and I also volunteer with Childline as an email counsellor.

Through both my professional and personal experience, I have developed a strong understanding of the importance of mental health and well-being, and the challenges that many people face today.

I am passionate about ensuring that both the staff and students feel safe, supported, and able to thrive, both academically, professionally, and emotionally.

As a governor, I hope to bring a balanced perspective, combining my background in education, business, and counselling, to support the school in creating a positive and inclusive environment for all staff and students. I am looking forward to contributing to the school community and supporting its continued development.

Most importantly, I’m looking forward to being part of the school community and supporting the staff and students in any way I can.

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