Governing Body
Alongside our school ‘learning and life’ values and motto at High Oakham Primary School, our Governing body commit to the following vision:
We believe that education is more than just knowledge. We want our children to be well behaved, to co-operate and share, respect differences, be safe, valued, independent and successful through:
THIS PAGE IS BEING UPDATED MAR 2026
| Governor | Term of Office | Designation | Role | Financial/Business Interests |
| Mrs L Vann | 14.02.2019 - 13.02.2023 | Co-opted | Chair of Governors Link Governor for English Link Governor for Humanities & Modern Foreign Languages | None |
| Mr J Key | 16.10.2021 - 15.10.2025 | Co-opted | Joint Vice Chair of Governors Chair of F&GP Committee Disciplinary Committee Early Years Governor
| None |
| Mrs R Hussain-Mills | 12.10.2020 - 11.10.2024 | Parent | Joint Vice Chair of Governors Chair of T&L Committee Link Governor for Maths Link Governor SEND and Inclusion | None |
| Mrs J H | 01.03.2019 - 28.02.2023 | Co-opted | F&GP Committee Appeals Committee Training Governor | None |
| Mr R Collins | 01.03.2019 - 28.02.2023 | Co-opted | F&GP Committee Disciplinary Committee Data Protection & GDPR Governor Computing & Technology Governor Health & Safety Governor | None |
| Mrs N Phillips | Staff | Co-opted | Staff/SD Committee | None |
| Mrs S Pothecary | 26.11.2024 - 26.11.2028 | Parent | ||
| Mrs K Macis-Riley | 26.11.2024 - 26.11.2028 | Parent | Safeguarding Governor | |
| Mr E Adgebite | 20.05.2025 - 20.15.2028 | Co-opted | ||
| Mr C Huffen | 20.05.2025 - 20.05.2028 | Co-opted | ||
| Ms E Ashraf | 28.11.2025 - 28.11.2028 | Parent | ||
| Mrs T Wilson | 28.11.2025 - 28.11.2028 | Parent | SEND and Inclusion | |
| Mrs L Stead | 28.11.2025 - 28.11.2028 | Parent | ||
| Mrs S Astle | 04.01.2019 - present | Head Teacher | None | |
| Vacancy | LA Governor |
| Mr E Brown | 20.05.2025 - 20.05.2028 RESIGNED 04.03.26 | Associate | ||
| Mr A Grubb | 25.11.2021 - 24.11.2025 RESIGNED 15.10.25 | Parent | F&GP Committee & T&L Committee Link Governor for PE & Science | None |
| Ms A North | 25.11.2021 - 24.11.2025 RESIGNED 13.10.25 | Parent | F&GP Committee Link Governor for Pupil Premium & Inclusion | None |
| Mrs S Pembleton | 25.11.2021 - 24.11.2025 | Parent | T&L Committee Link Governor for Re & PSHE | None |
| Mr C Banton | 13.10.2020 - 12.10.2024 RESIGNED 06.02.24 | Co-opted | Joint Chair of Governors Chair of F&G Committee T&LCommittee & Appeals Committee Health & Safety & Safeguarding Governor | None |
| Mrs K Boaler | RESIGNED 25.11.24 | Assistant Head Teacher | None | |
| Mrs R Ward | 12.10.2020 - 11.10.2024 | Parent | T&L Committee Link Governor for English | None |
| Mrs T Hall | 16.10.2021 - 15.10.2025 | Local Authority | Joint Vice Chair of Governors Appeals Committee Pupil Premium & Inclusion Governor | None |
Governor Pen PortraitsFind out a little more about our Governors at High Oakham Primary School
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Name and type of Governor | Reason for becoming a Governor | A glimpse into my life .... |
Stephanie Astle
Headteacher | As the Headteacher of High Oakham Primary School, I work closely with the Governing Body in ensuring that we have a clear strategic direction and vision and that we endeavour to provide the best education for our children which surrounds them with aspiration, respect, kindness, nurture and stimulation. My dream is to work together to enable and empower children to become the best adults that they can be, so that they can contribute and make a difference to the community, our country and the world! | I support the mighty Reds, enjoy eating all kinds of tasty food and taking time out in the great outdoors. My family are my all and we love to laugh (a lot), learn and live life to the full! |
Robana Hussain-Mills Parent Vice Chair of Governors | I became a Governor because I have a strong commitment to improving outcomes not just for my own three children, but for all children regardless of background, attending High Oakham Primary School. In addition it was also important to me to have that 'honest parent voice' heard at governor meetings - not all decisions are popular nor understood by many. I think we have an opportunity to continue to work together with parents/carers and wider partners in ensuring that any decisions made by the school or governors are clear, transparent and meaningful. | I am mum to Nyla, Nadine and Zara, who have been or are current pupils at the school. My working life involves working in front line services for the NHS and in more strategic roles, giving me the opportunity to improve outcomes for our most vulnerable citizens and improving the health or our population. My free time is mostly spent with my family and together we care for our two rescue dogs (Oscar & Theo) and rescue cat (Freddie). I also enjoy running, watching TV and baking. |
| Lisa Vann Chair of Governors | I am passionate about education and working to provide the best possible experience for children. I have over 20 years of experience in education and bring this to the High Oakham Primary School Governing Body. I believe that these experiences help me to support High Oakham to set school vision with the Governing Body team and support our school to achieve it's goals. I understand the challenges and possibilities for High Oakham and am keen to support the children in my community to have the very best start to their education. | I am a mum to two children, one currently at High Oakham and one at Brunts Academy. I enjoy spending my time with family and friends. I love travelling, visiting new and familiar places. A part of my heart is always in North Wales where I've had years of happy holidays with friends and our families. I enjoy supporting my children with their hobbies - this includes weekends and evenings at the football pitch or at dance studios including the Winter Gardens at Blackpool and Mansfield Palace theatre. To relax I enjoy spending time outdoors with my dog, Teddy. |
Louise Stead Parent Governor | Being a school governor is something that is really important to me. High Oakham has given so much to my family and I want to be part of a team that ensures that it is recognised for all the wonderful opportunities it provides the children. I am not afraid to challenge something that I don’t believe is in the best interest of the children in the school. Education is facing it’s biggest challenges and a strong governing body needs to be there ensure that the leadership of the school is support and challenged in equal measure to ensure the very best outcomes. The leadership of the school has to make difficult choices and it is important that those decisions are overviewed carefully by individuals who are parents of children in the school along with individuals from the wider community. | I have three children all of whom have either been or are currently pupils at High Oakham School. I have been connected to the school since 2013, but our family connection stems back to the 1980’s as my husband was a pupil at the school in its former role as a Middle School; High Oakham is very special to us as a whole family. I have a wide experience working in educational settings; Primary, Secondary and Specialist. Most recently I have worked in Safeguarding and that I firmly where my passions lie- Keeping Children Safe and making sure they have access to every chance in life! I have two children with additional needs so understand the challenges of being an SEN parent and a parent of children with complex medical needs. I am an avid reader of cosy crime fiction- I adore Agatha Christie with my friends and family affectionately nicknaming me Marple. I have a passion for fashion that I share with my daughter. I am a frequent baker although the Great British Bake Off is not on my radar just yet! I am also a new dog mum of the wonderful Wesley the Dachshund |