Governing Body Members
| Governor | Type | Photo | Bio |
| Mrs. L Stafford | Co-opted (Chair) |  | Lisa became a parent governor of Hetton School in 2018. She is responsible for governor oversight of Mathematics and is Chair of the governing board. She believes that effective governance can improve the educational provision for students at Hetton School. Outside of school, Lisa lives in Easington Village with her husband and children. Her interests include going to Jupiter Gym, reading and being on board of Women in Social Housing, North East. |
| Mrs. A Tinkler | Co-opted (Vice-chair) |  | Angela became a co-opted governor of Hetton School in 2019 and a Vice-chair in 2020. She is responsible for governor oversight of Careers Education, Information and Guidance. She believes that effective governance can ensure that the school is well run, and continues to improve to achieve the best outcomes for all students. Outside of school, Angela lives in Hetton. Her interests include walking and trying to keep fit! |
| Mrs. P Morgan | Co-opted (Vice-chair) |  | Philippa became Vice Chair of Governors for Hetton School in 2020 but has been on the governing board since 2013 first as parent governor and then as a co-opted governor. She is a link governor with responsibilities for Safeguarding and SEND. She believes that effective governance is important as the governors are there to ensure the school provides a high quality of education to all its pupils providing them with the skills, qualifications, and career aspirations to successfully move on to the next stage in their life. Outside of school, Philippa lives in Hetton with her husband and family and her work has given her a lot of safeguarding knowledge that she brings to her link governor role. |
| Mrs. S Bell | Co-opted | Susan became a co-opted governor of Hetton School in 2019. She is responsible for behaviour and rewards. Susan believes that effective governance can support school leaders to be the best they can for the benefit of the whole school community. Outside of school, Susan lives in Fatfield with her family Her interests include walking the dog, meeting friends and family events. She is the CEO of Balmoral Learning Trust and represents local primary schools on our board. | |
| Ms. L Morlock | Co-opted |  | Lindsay became a co-opted governor of Hetton School in 2020. She is responsible for governor oversight of Science. She believes that effective governance can make a real difference to the quality of education young people receive, and thereby help strengthen the skills and opportunity available to the wider community. Outside of school, Lindsay lives in Sunderland with her partner. Her interests include running, cooking and reading. |
| Mrs. L Wood | Co-opted |  | Lisa became a governor of Hetton School in 2020. She believes that effective governance can offer challenge and support to school leaders to secure the best outcomes for young people. Outside of school, Lisa lives locally, in Hetton, with her husband and two children; both she and her husband attended Hetton School themselves. Lisa enjoys spending time with her family and is a long-standing member of Houghton Brass. |
| Mr. J Turner | Parent | Julian became a parent governor in 2020. He is responsible for various governor roles. He believes that effective governance can make sure the school delivers a high standard of education and therefore hold the Headteacher accountable. Outside of school, Julian lives in Sunderland with his wife and three autistic children. His interests include walking, reading and he is a keen crafter. | |
| Mr. M Watson | Staff |  | Michael Watson became staff governor of Hetton School in 2019. He is responsible for bringing a staff viewpoint and perspective to discussions and leading English Language within the school. He believes that effective governance can significantly improve the lives and opportunities of students in our community. Outside of school, Michael lives in Gateshead. His interests include reading, film, and theatre. |
| Mr. C Knowles | Staff |  | Craig became a staff governor of Hetton School in 2018, when he took on the Headteacher role. He had previously been an observer since 2010 in his roles as Deputy Headteacher and Acting Headteacher. He believes that effective governance can provide the challenge and support school leadership needs to drive continuous improvement of the school for the benefit of its students and community. Outside of school, Craig lives in Tynemouth with his wife and two teenage children. His interests include tennis and football. |
| Ms. J. Bainbridge | Co-opted | Although I now live in Houghton Le Spring, I am an alumnus of Hetton School and was a pupil between 1982 and 1987. My working background is in higher education and I have a keen interest/passion in supporting the development of education and supporting the school in its development. | |
| Mrs. S Keable | Parent | My son is currently in Year 8 and my eldest son left Hetton School in the Summer of 2021 with great GCSE results. I am keen to have the opportunity to consider, review and influence strategic aspects of how the school run and provide a voice from both a parental and student angle. My working background lies in Strategic Housing Association Governance where I have worked as a Governance Regulation Lead for seven years. | |
| Vacant | Co-opted | The school has advertised for this role. Anyone interested should email william.harrison@togetherforchildren.org.uk or contact the schoo. |
Observer
Mr. D.Turner
