Governor Profiles
Governor Profile and Roles: | Governor Type / Appointed By | Term From | Term To | First Appointed |
Chris Rush I am honored to serve as Chair of the Full Governing Body at Nevill Road Infant School. As a passionate advocate for education and community wellbeing, I am committed to supporting the school in providing a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where every child can thrive. I have almost 20 years of experience in the environment and sustainability industry - working across a range of sectors at the intersection of science, engineering, and practical solutions. The focus of my work is to support healthier, more sustainable communities. I look forward to contributing to the ongoing success and development of our school community. Chair of Full Governing Body (appointed October 2025) | Parent Governor Appointed by: Governing board | 25/09/2024 | 24/09/2028 | 25/09/2024 |
Anthony Poole I am a primary school teacher and I work in a large three form entry, semi-urban school in Cheshire. I am passionate about education and providing the very best opportunities for all pupils. I consider a rich and engaging curriculum imperative in fuelling a desire for learning and learning for life. I am a firm believer that school should be at the heart of the community. I became a governor to offer my skills and experience to support the school in taking account of the views of the entire school community (teachers, pupils, governors, parents and other supporting agencies) to become the best it can be. Vice Chair of Full Governing Body (appointed July 2023) | Co-opted Governor Appointed by: Governing board | 07/07/2025 | 06/07/2029 | 07/07/2021 |
Lucy Campbell I was appointed as a Co-Opted Governor in July 2019. I have 15 years' experience working within Human Resources, across a wide variety of private sector organisations in both an operational and strategic capacity. I became a governor as I am passionate about education and wanted to use my knowledge to benefit the local community. I live locally with my husband and two daughters. | Co-opted Governor Appointed by: Governing board | 04/07/2023 | 03/07/2027 | 04/07/2019 |
Nick Kokkinis I am passionate about education and believe every child, irrespective of race, creed or social background, should receive high quality education that meets their needs. Trained, skilled and motivated staff should provide that high quality education. I believe I can make a contribution to a successful school that delivers that high quality education for children. I live locally and am pleased to work on behalf of our school. Chair of Nevill Road Junior School Governing Board | Co-opted Governor Appointed by: Governing board | 12/11/2024 | 11/11/2028 | 12/11/2020 |
Louise Kilgannon-Patel
| Parent Governor Appointed by: Governing board | 27/04/2022 | 26/04/2026 | 27/04/2022 |
Eilis MacLoughlin I became a Governor in December 2023 as I wished to further support NRIS with its nurturing and inclusive outlook, and ensure its amazing quality of education, which fosters the children’s love of learning. I am a GP and have worked in both the local community and the wider Greater Manchester area. I am also a member of the Nevill Road Infant School (NRIS) Parent Council, and have three children who attend the school. | Co-opted Governor Appointed by: Governing board | 07/12/2023 | 06/12/2027 | 07/12/2023 |
Jonathan Whitfield As the current Headteacher of Nevill Road Infant School, I have had extensive experience in the education sector. Since my first teaching position in 1997, I have been passionate about raising standards and aspiration in schools and ensuring that the children in my care receive the best I can possibly offer. I have had the honour of working in a variety of roles within education including time as a school improvement adviser and lead teacher. I have also been the deputy headteacher of 3 schools and a Headteacher since 2012. I am committed to the community that our school serves and I am proud to be able to give time to working with the governors to ensure Nevill Road is the best it possibly can be. | Headteacher | |||
Emma Stoddart As the Staff Governor and current Deputy Headteacher I am in a unique position to shape practice at Nevill Road Infant School, ensuring that our pupils, families, and the local community are provided with essential and real life opportunities to learn in a welcoming and nurturing environment. My specialism is Early Years Care and Education, and I have been working in the education sector for over 25 years. This is my fourth year at Nevill Road Infant School and I am enjoying every minute. I feel very passionate about our school and I will continue to dedicate my time to supporting Mr Whitfield (Headteacher) in achieving our shared goals as a governing body. | Staff Governor Appointed by: Staff | 01/11/2023 | 31/10/2027 | 01/11/2023 |