Meet The Governors

Edward Arnold - Co-Chair - Foundation/Diocesan Governor

I've been a Governor since July 2021 and am currently Co-Chair of Governors and Chair of the Learning and Standards Committee. I have two children at St Paul's, Issy in Year 5 and Miri in Year 1. I'm an employment lawyer by trade, working with employers on all kinds of employment and HR related issues.

Laura Willis - Co-Chair - LA Governor

Having served as Parent Governor for 3 years, I now look forward to continuing to be part of the Governing Body as the Governor appointed by the Local Authority.  I have been part of the school community since child number 1 started at the Nursery in 2011; child number 3 is now in Year 6.

John Walton - Vice Chair - Foundation/PCC Governor 

I’m Vice Chair of Governors and Chair of the Finance, Premises, Health & Safety Committee as well as parent to Laura and Jack. Outside of school, I’m a Chartered Accountant working in financial services, specialising in risk management and corporate governance.

Charlotte Dennis - Headteacher - Staff Governor

I have recently joined St Paul's as their headteacher and have absolutely loved becoming part of their family.

As headteacher, I sit on all the committee's and am looking forward to the next part of St Paul's journey.  

Rebecca Jones - Deputy Headteacher - Staff Governor 

I have been a staff governor at St Paul's for 4 years. I am on the Learning and Standards Committee, Finance, Premises, Health & Safety Committee, Emergency Response Committee and Admissions Committee. 

Karie Wingrove - Teacher - Co-Opted Staff Governor

I have been teaching at St Paul's since September 2021 and I recently joined as a co-opted staff governor. I am thankful for the opportunity to be part of the strategic development of our school. I am on the Learning and Standards Committee. 

Chris Barson-Cain - Parent Governor

I'm Chris Barson-Cain, one of the two Parent Governors. Two of our children are at St Paul's, our eldest left for Secondary School just over a year ago. I've been a Governor for two years and I'm currently the Development Governor; along with the Co-Chairs we make sure that as a group, we have opportunities to learn and gain skills which support the staff and school community. With a work background in Broadcasting and IT, I sit on a range of committees, including Finance, Learning and Pay Review. 

Charlotte Zittel - Parent Governor

I'm Charlotte Zittel, and I joined as a Parent Governor in December 2023. I have three children currently attending St Paul's. My professional background is in strategic planning in higher education, specialising in risk management. I am a member of the Finance, Premises, Health & Safety Committee and the Emergency Response Committee. 

Paul Cudby - Ex-Officio Governor

I'm Paul Cudby, vicar of St. Paul's with St. Mary's since February 2021.  I'm in school regularly both as a Governor and leading Collective Worship, often with the Open the Book team which explores Bible stories through acting.  I have a background in science and music.

Melanie Havelock - Foundation/PCC Governor

I am the SEND Governor and I'm fairly new,  having only started in the summer of 2023. I am really enjoying being part of such a friendly and committed team.  I have two children at St Paul’s: Abby in Year 2 and Alex in Year 4, as well as my son James who has recently gone to secondary school. I am Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion at a primary school in Maidenhead.

Karen Larkin - Foundation/PCC Governor

I'm Karen Larkin, Foundation Governor appointed by St Paul's Church PCC. I've had nearly 40 years connection with the school, with my own 4 children attending as well as 30 years of childminding  many children here.  I'm currently on the  Learning and Standards, and Admissions Committees.

Sophia Harrison - Foundation/PCC Governor

I’m Sophia Harrison, a Foundation Governor appointed by St Paul’s Church PCC in January 2024. I am on the Finance, Planning and Health & Safety Committee and the Admissions Committee. I have two children in primary school and have a keen interest in ensuring schools are well-equipped to support all children in achieving their potential. My professional background is in pensions and I am a professional trustee, sitting on the boards of pension schemes, ensuring they are well governed.

Samantha Moore - Foundation/PCC Governor

I’m Sam and have recently joined the committed team of Governors at St Paul’s and am Chair of the Learning and Standards Committee. My background is in secondary, further and higher education and I currently run my own business in the health and well-being sector.  I have a daughter who attends St Paul’s and currently in Year 5 called Mia.  

Vacancy - Foundation/Diocesan Governor