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.
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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.
