Our Governors (ID 1208)

• Sarah Scott
  Headteacher, Ex-officio Governor
  Sarah Scott

  Current term of office 01/09/2022

  I feel absolutely privileged to be leading Cranham Church of England Primary School. Just as our vision implies, our school is all about nurturing, and as a keen gardener and a mother of four I've had plenty of experience in just what this means! I live just outside the village with my husband, our children and our huge deerhound. I love to stay fit and healthy and enjoy early morning running in the woods. As a family, we love walking and camping; we even climb the odd mountain. I have a passion for English and one of my very favourite things in the whole world is curling up with a good book - in fact I can't remember a single day when this hasn't been something for me to especially look forward to. I also love art and all things creative.

  Cranham Primary is a very special family to belong to, with staff, children, parents and governors all working together as such a close compassionate community supporting each other and making this school the very best it can be. I'm so fortunate to be a part of this most special place.

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• Ben Nichols
  Chair of Governors
  Ben Nichols

  01/09/2023 - 31/08/2027

  I moved to Cranham with my family shortly after my eldest daughter was born. Cranham has been a great place for my kids to grow up and the school has been a huge part of that. Being a parent governor is a good opportunity to give something back to the school that has been so good for my family.

  My day job involves getting people outside and connecting them with nature, which is something that the school is already really good at. In my spare time I enjoy taking long walks around the village, playing cricket ‘up top', and visiting the coast with my family.

• Sylvia Ardron
  Foundation Governor/Vice Chair
  Sylvia Ardron

  Current term of office 01/10/2025-30/09/2029

  Vice Chair of Governors

  Hello, my name is Sylvia Ardron, and I've been a Foundation Governor for five years. In this role, I try to do all I can to encourage the strong link between the Church and the School.

  I live with my husband Keith in Upton St Leonards, but we are long standing members of Cranham church, where he is church warden and I occasionally play the organ. We have two grown up daughters and four young grandchildren who like to keep us busy. I am a retired nurse, a former Parish Councillor and a Trustee of a Gloucestershire Dementia charity. In my spare time, I love playing the piano, singing, walking and travel.

• Angela Wilson
  Foundation Governor
  Angela Wilson

  Current term of office 01/10/2025-30/09/2029

  Hello! My name is Angie Wilson. I am a Foundation Governor at Cranham school. I have been a Governor here at Cranham since September 2021, but was a Foundation Governor at Christ Church CoE School at Chalford from 2000-2021. I was Chair of Governors at that school for 6 years until we closed in August 2021. I really enjoy being a school Governor and find it very rewarding. I enjoy working with teachers and others to develop the learning environment for children.

  I am married to Jeff and have a 15 year old daughter, who attended Christ Church school. My 'day job ' is in the NHS and I enjoy reading and craft.

• Reverend Helen Sammon
  Ex-officio Foundation Governor
  Reverend Helen Sammon

  Hi, I'm Helen Sammon, and am just starting as a new foundation Governor in September 2024. My family moved to Cranham when I was a child and it has been my home ever since. Our three children attended the school over 25 years ago, and for this reason it has always had a special place in my heart. It is a privilege to serve the school now as a Governor.

  Our house is so close to the school that I can time my day by the joyful sound of the children coming out at break times! I am a retired vicar, and am serving in an 'ex-officio' capacity on behalf of the Rector and clergy of this local family of churches. I have spent many years of my professional life in Africa, both as a vicar and - in my previous career - as a doctor. I'm currently involved in various church, charity and chaplaincy work, but you will also often find me on the local tennis court.

• Mike Campbell
  Foundation Governor
  Mike Campbell

  Current term of office 01/03/2020 - 29/02/2024

  My name's Michael but everyone calls me Mike, which is my preferred name. I've been a Foundation Governor (which means I am chosen by Cranham Church to be a Governor) since 1st March 2020. Although I'm still wondering how I ended up being a Governor it has been a real pleasure to learn about what an amazing school Cranham School is, and what a delightful bunch of children come here. (I'd better also say what an incredible team of staff there is here too, because they really are a great bunch!)

  Just as I became a Governor we were hit with Covid, so I wasn't able to spend as much time in school initially as I would have liked, but now that I am able to come in to school a bit more it is always lovely to see everyone enjoying themselves. Getting a chance to speak to some of you is always good and everyone seems so friendly - I almost wish I could come back to school again!

  I live in Painswick, am now retired and spend quite a bit of my time doing things in Church. I'm interested in railways, especially model railways, so like spending my leisure time pursuing that as a hobby, and going on holiday, especially to Greece.

• Victoria Barnard
  Foundation Governor
  Victoria Barnard

  Hello, my name is Victoria Barnard and I am a Foundation Governor.

  I currently have 3 children attending Cranham C of E Primary. I am very pleased to be able to work with this fantastic school as a Governor, helping support pupils, staff and the wider school community. I have been so impressed, as a parent, by the leadership and the way the school cares for and nurtures every child, giving them the best possible start to their education and ensuring all children reach their potential. As a teacher myself, I am able to contribute my skills, experience and knowledge to the fantastic team here at Cranham.

  In our spare time, our family enjoys being outside playing sport, at the beach, walking, cycling and going on holiday in the Motorhome.

• Laura Hodges
  Staff Governor
  Laura Hodges

  Current term of office 01/09/2021 - 31/08/2025

  

  I feel extremely privileged to have been able to teach at Cranham C of E Primary School for over the last 20 years. I very much enjoy belonging to the Cranham community and being able to work and travel within such a special area of outstanding beauty. I am passionate about being able to bring learning to life, through outdoor learning, and use the village environment to its full potential, making the most of all our wonderful village has to offer. Mathematics and Art are special subjects to me, and I always look forward to helping the children to develop their skills and passions in these areas.

  Having been bought up in a farming family, I love to spend time outside with my husband and two children. As a family, we are interested in Classic cars and are fortunate enough to own a few. During evenings and weekends, I love to relax with a good book, spend time cooking with my friends and family, or to spend time with my beloved pets.

  Within my classroom, I like to encourage children to be the best that they can be. I am kind, caring and adventurous, and take care to deliver the curriculum in a practical, fun, and meaningful way. I look forward to welcoming each new child and family into our school and hope that they too can feel the magic of our wonderful school family.

• Faith Lavender
  Foundation Governor
  Faith Lavender

  Current term of office 01/03/2025 - 28/02/2029

  Hello, my name is Faith. I am honoured to have been accepted as a foundation governor.

  I was born in Enfield but came to Gloucester College of Education where I met my husband, Keith. I am now retired and a widow. My interests are gardening, knitting, craft and walking my dog, a cockerpoo called Teddy.

  I attend Bethel Church, Stonehouse where at present I am the Treasurer.

  I wanted to be a governor because I have a background in Education. Having had children and grandchildren who have been through a variety of schools, I have seen the importance of positive learning experiences to develop the individual. My daughter is a primary teacher in Gloucester and I regularly go in to help; this has enabled me to see firsthand the challenges primary schools face today.

  I hope being a great governor will allow me to support Cranham wherever possible.

• Emma Lawson
  Parent Governor
  Emma Lawson

  After 14 years in Australia, I've recently returned to Cranham with my partner and young family. Having grown up in the village, it's been a real joy to reconnect with such a warm and welcoming community. I feel incredibly fortunate that my eldest now attends Cranham School - a place full of heart, with a wonderfully dedicated and talented team.

  I work as a corporate lawyer and hope to bring my experience in governance and regulatory advice to support the school. I care deeply about learning and fostering growth, and believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing space where they can explore, thrive, and feel proud of who they are.

  Outside of work, I love spending time with my family- whether we're cooking, out in nature, or discovering new corners of the countryside. Being part of the school community means a great deal to me, and I'm excited to help support the values that make Cranham School so special.

• Angeli Slack
  LA Governor
  Angeli Slack

• Jack Peake
  Foundation Governor
  Jack Peake

  Living in Brockworth I didn't know too much about Cranham before my daughter joined the school in 2025, but as time goes on, I see more and more what a wonderful place Cranham is and how fantastic the school and community here are. I can see how the children flourish at the school and feel very lucky to have secured a place here for my daughter, and I look forward to doing everything I can to support the school and wider community in the years to come.

  As such I am delighted to have offered my time to become a governor, where I can bring my skills from my consultant engineering background to hopefully help the school continue to the be the amazing organisation that it currently is.

• Wendy Argent
  Clerk to the Governors
  Wendy Argent

  clerk@cranham.gloucs.sch.uk

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