I have been in the community of St Adrian’s since 2004 when my daughter started in the Nursery. During my time on the Governing Body, I have been Chair of the Catholic Life + Community Working Group, and have also served on both the Leadership + Management Working Group and the Admissions Committee. Currently Year 2 link governor, my other liaison roles are special education needs, St Bart’s Parish and Hertfordshire Governors Area Forum. It is a privilege to serve the school as a governor and I enjoy the role greatly.

Current Governance Term Commenced:    29th May 2014
Original Appointment:    2008
Current Committees: Strategy and Personnel, Finance, Admissions, Headteacher Appraisal
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record:

2024-2025: 6/6

2025-2026: 6/6

2026-2027: 1/1
Voting Rights:    Yes

I have always been interested in teaching from a very early age and after a 6th form work placement in my old primary school, my mind was made up ! I then crossed the water to start my teacher training in Trinity and All Saints College in Leeds. I graduated in 2000 with BaHons in Theology and Primary Education and then was drawn to the bright lights of London.  I am deeply passionate about making sure that all children in our care receive the very best start in their education and in their spiritual upbringing. I have held many coordinator roles over the years and have an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum. I have also held many leadership roles in schools in London and St Albans and I am now very excited to be appointed as the new Headteacher of this amazing school. 

I have a fantastic husband who is very supportive of me and a wonderful daughter who keeps me on my toes!

Current Governance Term Commenced:    January 2022
Original Appointment:    2022
Current Committees: All committees 
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record: 

2024-2025: 6/6

2025-2026: 6/6

2026-2027: 1/1
Voting Rights:    Yes

Eleanor Christie – Vice Chair

I am proud to be the Vice Chair at St. Adrian’s school where I have two children in different year groups.  I live in St. Alban’s with my husband Michael who does the hard work of minding our children while I am at work as Head of Tax for a global restaurant group.

I volunteered to be a governor because I think quality education, pastoral care and community spirit are so alive at St. Adrian’s with many thanks to the staff, parents, volunteers and community.  Through my role as governor I want to be able to make a contribution to continuing the success of our wonderful school for our children.  I have 20 years experience working in large corporate organisations  and as a chartered accountant and I try to bring that experience, financial skill set and different perspectives to my role as a governor to represent a parent viewpoint.

Current Governance Term Commenced:    1st September 2016
Original Appointment:    2016
Current Committees:   Finance and Strategy and Personnel
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record:

2024-2025: 4/6

2025-2026: 5/6

2026-2027: 1/1

Voting Rights:    Yes

I am a parishioner in St Bartholomew’s Parish, where I serve a s Minister of the Word and an extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist. I have lived in St Albans all my life and have always been involved in Catholic Education. As a child I went to SS Alban and Stephen Primary School followed by Loreto College, before training to be a teacher. From 1988 to 2002, I was Headteacher at St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, St Albans. From 2002 to 2011, I was Deputy Director of Education for Westminster Diocese. In Nov 2011, I was appointed by Cardinal Vincent Nicholls as a trustee of The Catholic Children’s Society. I am still a trustee and a member of the Finance Committee. I was appointed by the Diocese, as a Foundation governor on the governing body of St Adrians in January 2013. My current roles on the Governing Body are: Safeguarding Governor, Chair of the Strategy and Personnel Group, Chair of the Admissions and Pupil Discipline Committee, Link governor Year 5 and RE link Governor. I am also part of the governors’ group responsible for reviewing the Performance Management of the Head Teacher.

It is both a responsibility and privilege to serve both the school and the Diocese as a Foundation Governor. I will continue to contribute, as best I can, to St Adrians continuing development and success.

Current Governance Term Commenced:    8th January 2013
Original Appointment:    2013
Current Committees: Strategy and Personnel, Finance, Admissions, Headteacher Appraisal
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record: 

2024-2025: 6/6

2025-2026: 6/6

2026-2027: 1/1

Voting Rights:    Yes

Current Governance Term Commenced:    28th September 2017
Original Appointment:    2017

Current Committees:  Link Governor for GDPR - Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record:

2024-2025: 4/6

2025-2026: 4/6

2026-2027: 1/1

Voting Rights:    Yes

St Adrian’s has been a special part of our family life for almost ten years. With all three of my children attending the school, I have seen firsthand the difference a nurturing, close-knit Catholic community can make to a child’s early years. It was this family atmosphere, together with the school’s values and commitment to education, that first drew us to St Adrian’s.

Over the years, I have enjoyed contributing to school life through the PTA, organising events and bringing families together. Outside of school, I work alongside my husband in our family property business and have a professional background in graphic design, branding, packaging and website communications, working with small businesses.

Becoming a parent governor felt like a natural opportunity to give something back to a community that has played such an important role in our family’s life. I want to help preserve what makes St Adrian’s special whilst contributing to its continued growth and success.

As SEND Link Governor, I have a particular interest in inclusion and children's wellbeing, ensuring every child feels understood, valued and supported. I am also passionate about strengthening communication and relationships between parents and the school, and supporting the dedicated staff who provide such a strong educational foundation.

My hope is to help St Adrian’s build on its existing strengths, embrace new opportunities and remain a happy, thriving school community where every child has the chance to flourish.

Current Governance Term Commenced:    June 2026
Original Appointment:    June 2026
Current Committees:  Link Governor for Inclusion
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record:

2024-2025: N/A

2025-2026: 1/1

2026-2027: 1/1

Voting Rights:    Yes

Colin Madders – LA Governor

Along with my wife Colette, I have been an active member of the St Adrian’s community since our daughter started in reception in 2014 with our son joining shortly thereafter.   I was a parent governor of our wonderful school for four years and have now been appointed as the local authority governor. I bring the diverse experience I have gained in the workplace to support the school in delivering the best outcomes for the pupils and the whole community in these challenging and changing times.

Current Governance Term Commenced:    March 2021
Original Appointment:    2021
Current Committees:  Premises, Strategy and Personnel, Finance, Headteacher Appraisal
Business/Pecuniary Interest:    None
Governor Elsewhere:    No
Attendance Record: 

2024-2025: 6/6

2025-2026: 4/6

2026-2027: 1/1

Voting Rights:    Yes

Paula Ong – Clerk to the Governors

As a past member of the St Adrians community, (my two children attended the school) I am happy to be involved again as the Clerk to the Governing Body.  I bring my project management experience to the role and feel privileged to work with such a committed and engaged Governing Body.