Gaynes School Governance

The Loxford School Trust is an Academy Trust developed from Loxford School of Science and Technology. The Trustees have been selected to represent the interests of local communities and act as guardians of the educational aims of the Trust. The Trust also includes a board of Directors who hold the CEO and each academy committee to account.

Gaynes School Academy Committee

Gaynes School Governance Profiles

HEADTEACHER – GAYNES SCHOOL
ANNABELLE KIRKPATRICK I have been teaching for 14 years as a trained English teacher; this includes working in Buckinghamshire, North Yorkshire, Barking and Dagenham and Havering. I have been part of the Loxford School Trust as both the CTL of English at the Warren School and as a member of Senior Leadership at Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College. I feel very privileged to have been appointed as the Headteacher at Gaynes School. It allows me support our students in becoming resilient, high achieving young adults, who enjoy the challenge of learning and who will be able to take their place in our society.

HEADTEACHER – GAYNES SCHOOL

ANNABELLE KIRKPATRICK

I have been teaching for 14 years as a trained English teacher; this includes working in Buckinghamshire, North Yorkshire, Barking and Dagenham and Havering. I have been part of the Loxford School Trust as both the CTL of English at the Warren School and as a member of Senior Leadership at Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College.

I feel very privileged to have been appointed as the Headteacher at Gaynes School. It allows me support our students in becoming resilient, high achieving young adults, who enjoy the challenge of learning and who will be able to take their place in our society.

CHAIR, THE LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST
DAVID LOW I am a retired Primary School Head Teacher; My career having brought me east via Hackney and Plaistow to teach in three local Boroughs. I am the Chairman of The Loxford School Trust and a National Leader of Governance. My daughter had a very successful academic experience at Loxford School before leaving for continuing education. I have sought to develop the role of Governor into making a significant impact through being reliable, accessible, both challenging and supportive of the work of the professional staff, keeping abreast of relevant issues and trying to ensure The Loxford School Trust remains determined to realise the highest aspirations of the students and their parents.

CHAIR, THE LOXFORD SCHOOL TRUST

DAVID LOW

I am a retired Primary School Head Teacher; My career having brought me east via Hackney and Plaistow to teach in three local Boroughs. I am the Chairman of The Loxford School Trust and a National Leader of Governance.

My daughter had a very successful academic experience at Loxford School before leaving for continuing education.

I have sought to develop the role of Governor into making a significant impact through being reliable, accessible, both challenging and supportive of the work of the professional staff, keeping abreast of relevant issues and trying to ensure The Loxford School Trust remains determined to realise the highest aspirations of the students and their parents.

ACADEMY COMMITTEE MEMBER (PARENT) – GAYNES SCHOOL
TAMMY HENRY I am a parent of 2 children one of whom is currently attends Gaynes School. I have worked in educational settings for the last 8 years my area of expertise is SEN. As a qualified HLTA and tutor in Adult Education I have a wealth of knowledge that is a great asset in my role as a Governor. I am fully committed to ensuring all students are provided with high quality education and range of opportunities during their time at Gaynes.

ACADEMY COMMITTEE MEMBER (PARENT) – GAYNES SCHOOL

TAMMY HENRY

I am a parent of 2 children one of whom is currently attends Gaynes School. I have worked in educational settings for the last 8 years my area of expertise is SEN. As a qualified HLTA and tutor in Adult Education I have a wealth of knowledge that is a great asset in my role as a Governor. I am fully committed to ensuring all students are provided with high quality education and range of opportunities during their time at Gaynes.

ACADEMY COMMITTEE MEMBER (PARENT) – GAYNES SCHOOL
LISA RUSSELL I have 2 children who have attended Gaynes. I have previous experience of school governance including the role of Chair of Governors in a primary school and have worked in schools for the past 10 years. Working with the school staff and within my role as Governor, my main priority is making sure our children have a safe and secure environment to learn in and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

ACADEMY COMMITTEE MEMBER (PARENT) – GAYNES SCHOOL

LISA RUSSELL

I have 2 children who have attended Gaynes. I have previous experience of school governance including the role of Chair of Governors in a primary school and have worked in schools for the past 10 years. Working with the school staff and within my role as Governor, my main priority is making sure our children have a safe and secure environment to learn in and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

ACADEMY COMMITTEE MEMBER (STAFF) – GAYNES SCHOOL
Naomi Benjamin “I am delighted to be elected as the Gaynes Staff committee Member. I successfully began my teaching career at Loxford School and transitioned to Head of Humanities at Gaynes School. My role has enabled me to develop an in-depth understanding of the school development plan and how to achieve high outcomes throughout the school environment. Overall, my experiences throughout my career ensures that I have the skills to continue promoting progress and increase aspirations for all by demanding excellence. “

ACADEMY COMMITTEE MEMBER (STAFF) – GAYNES SCHOOL

Naomi Benjamin

“I am delighted to be elected as the Gaynes Staff committee Member. I successfully began my teaching career at Loxford School and transitioned to Head of Humanities at Gaynes School.

My role has enabled me to develop an in-depth understanding of the school development plan and how to achieve high outcomes throughout the school environment.

Overall, my experiences throughout my career ensures that I have the skills to continue promoting progress and increase aspirations for all by demanding excellence. “

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