Meet our Governors

Term of office September 2022 – to date

I joined the Governing Board of Our Lady School as a Foundation Governor in September 2022. I am currently the Chair of the Operations Committee. 

My background is in social sciences and politics. I work in the Research & Development field, specialising in grant funding and academic-industry partnerships.

I’m committed to put my life and work experience to good use as a Governor in order to help the school thrive in its journey to excellence whilst ensuring all children receive the best possible learning experience in a nurturing and stimulating environment. 

Term of office September 2023 – August 2027

I am very happy to serve Our Lady's Catholic Primary School in Hitchin as a Foundation Governor.

I have been Parish Priest of the three Catholic Parishes in Welwyn Garden City since October 2008 and am in my third term as Dean of Stevenage. I am Foundation Governor of the two primary schools in WGC: Our Lady (where I am Vice-Chair) and Holy Family (where I am Chair). In my previous parish, I was a Foundation Governor of St. Thomas of Canterbury, Fulham for 10 years. My Mum was a Primary School teacher for 26 years in North London and so I grew up in a teaching family, offering help and support. Here in Our Lady's, Hitchin I have responsibility as Safeguarding Governor. As Dean, I want the parishes and schools of the Deanery to feel closely connected and to be a beacon of all that is best about Catholic Education. I am available for all that Our Lady's needs 

 Term of office January 2020 – November 2027

I joined the Governing Board in January 2020.

I am Chair of the Curriculum Committee and also have responsibility for overseeing Safeguarding. I became a parent at the school in 2013. My children have now both gone on to secondary school but I am keen to continue to support Our Lady School. 

I work in Design and Research for digital products and am also a keen STEM Ambassador. I have volunteered my time across primary and secondary schools in London, Hertfordshire and Cambridge to inspire the next generation of tech professionals. 

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Term of office: April 2024 - to date

I joined the Governing Board as a Governor in April 2024. I am a foundation governor and I the chair of the operations committee.

My background is in science and mathematics, and I currently work in Research & Development. I have always enjoyed learning, exploring new ideas and finding ways to solve problems, and I value the opportunities that education can give children as they grow and develop.

As a Governor, I am keen to use my professional and life experiences to support the school and its community. I believe that every child should be encouraged and supported to achieve their best, while also having the opportunity to discover their interests, develop confidence and independence, and enjoy their time at school.

I hope to play a positive role in helping create an environment where children feel happy, supported and inspired to learn, developing a lifelong love of learning and the skills and confidence they need to flourish as individuals.

Term of office: March 2024 – March 2028

I have been a governor at the school since 2015 and am the Parish Priest at Our Lady Immaculate and St Andrews church.

I work closely with the Senior Leadership Team providing support and a listening ear at all times. I am involved in leading masses, liturgys and enjoy attending assemblies as often as I can. 

Term of office: September 2024 - to date

Term of office: July 2024 - to date

As a Foundation Governor for SEND, I am passionate about ensuring every child feels safe, valued, supported and able to achieve their potential. With a professional background in Human Resource Management, I bring experience in inclusion, wellbeing and people development. I am proud to support our school's loving, inclusive and nurturing community and contribute to its continued success.

Term of office: 2024 – to date

My name is Lucy Springett and I joined the Governing Board as a Foundation Governor in 2024. 

As a former pupil of Our Lady School from 1997 to 2003, I am delighted to have the opportunity to give back to the school that played such an important part in my childhood.

I work in the apprenticeships and skills sector, supporting schools/colleges, young people and their families across England to explore technical education and career pathways. 

I am passionate about helping every child reach their potential and am proud to support the school in providing an excellent education within a caring and nurturing environment.

I am the Head Teacher Our Lady Catholic School and have been since September 2022.

I joined the school leadership in 2018 as the Assistant Head Teacher and had the joy and privilege of watching our school's growth and achievements in this time.  Our Lady is a wonderful school to work in and I feel very fortunate to be part of the journey of improvement that the whole community is working hard to continue.