Queen's Drive Infant School
Our Governing Body
The purpose of governance is to provide confident, strategic leadership and to create robust accountability, oversight and assurance of educational and financial performance.
Therefore, our role as governors is to :-
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ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
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hold leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the performance management of staff;
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oversee the financial performance of the organisation and make sure its money is well spent.
You can contact the governors via the school office. Please email office@queensdrive.peterborough .sch.uk
Maria Gabrielczyk
Clerk
Newly Appointed
Getting to know:
Maria Gabrielczyk
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Lucy Burks
Chair of Governors
1 Year
Getting to know:
Lucy Burks
I joined the Governing Body in September 2024, having been connected with the school for the past eight years. With 28 years of experience in education, I bring a strong understanding of the sector, and I am committed to supporting the school’s continued success. Outside of work, I enjoy travelling with my family. Over the past year, I have greatly valued the opportunity to deepen my knowledge of the school, and I look forward to working closely with Sarah and the team in the year ahead.
Sarah Russo
Co-Opted Governor
2 Years
Getting to know:
Sarah Russo
I'm Sarah Russo I live in the Queens Drive area and I attended our School many many years ago! I now work in a Primary School and enjoy the educational setting.
I have been a Governor at Queens Drive for approximately 18 months and I really enjoy this role.
Olajumoke Osadola
LA Governor
2 Years
Getting to know:
Olajumoke Osadola
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Mrs S Skinner
Headteacher
15 Years
Getting to know:
Mrs S Skinner
I have worked at the school since 2005, first as a teacher, then Deputy Head, and I have been proud to serve as Headteacher since 2011. I am passionate about supporting all children to thrive and succeed, particularly within our diverse community. I have a strong interest in promoting wellbeing and supporting positive mental health for both pupils and staff.
Outside of school, I enjoy travelling and experiencing different cultures, as well as keeping active and maintaining my fitness.
Clint Turner
Co-Opted Governor
4 Years
Getting to know:
Clint Turner
I live in the local community and my daughter is a teacher at Queen's Drive.
I am a retired prison officer, who was previously a Financial Advisor and I'm also a Reading Buddy at Queen's Drive and visit once a week to read with the children.
Lisa Young
Staff Governor
4 Years
Getting to know:
Lisa Young
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Emma Talbot
Associate Governor
2 Years
Getting to know:
Emma Talbot
I joined QDI in 2004 and, over the years, have worked in a range of roles including class teacher, intervention support teacher, Key Stage Lead and Deputy Head. This breadth of experience has given me a strong understanding of teaching, learning and school leadership. I thoroughly enjoy working at QDI because of its strong ethos and commitment to celebrating the diverse cultures within our community. During my time at the school, I have seen many positive changes and developments, and I am proud to continue supporting QDI in my role as an Associate Governor.
