| Martha Moroney – Foundation Governor (Chair)
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 |
| Aideen Porter – Headteacher Governor
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 |
| Katharine Gibbons – Staff Teacher Governor
I started my career in administrative roles in London, after which my husband and I moved to St Albans to start our family. When they were young, I completed my PGCE and have worked at local schools, including St Albans & St Stephens and Cunningham Hill Infant Schools, where my subject leadership included Mathematics and PE. I was a parent governor at Cunningham Hill Junior School, which my three sons attended, for seven years. My role at St Adrian’s started in September 2021, as a “catch-up” tutor and am now also working as Year 4 teacher. The commitment to the educational, emotional and spiritual needs of every child in the school community is extremely high and I am looking forward to contributing to these areas. Current Governance Term Commenced: 2nd February 2022 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 |
| Maureen Roe – Foundation Governor
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 |
| Pearce Broderick – Parent Governor
Current Governance Term Commenced: 28th September 2017 |
| Nicola Bliss – Parent Governor
I am married to a former St Adrian’s pupil, and we live locally with our two children. My elder son has successfully transitioned from St Adrian’s to secondary school, and my younger son is still at the school. I have a background in law and have worked in the public sector for the court service for almost twenty years. I volunteered to be a parent governor as I wanted to give something back to the school which has so far served my children very well. I am able to apply the skills gained through my professional life to the role, and feel that, as a parent, I am also able to provide a current perspective. Current Governance Term Commenced: March 2021 |
| Alison Brown – Parent Governor
I am proud to be a parent governor in our fantastic school community. I live locally with my husband and two children, both of whom are at St Adrian’s. I am passionate about the values that St Adrian’s teaches, and am committed to supporting success for all our children through my role as Link Governor for Inclusion. I have over twenty years’ experience working in local and central government in a variety of front line, policy, and strategy roles, which I hope will contribute to the continued improvement of our inspiring school. Current Governance Term Commenced: March 2021 |
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Colin Madders – Parent 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 feel privileged to be a parent governor of our wonderful school and 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 Sanchia Lyon – Foundation Governor I’m a member of St Barts parish and have lived and worshipped in St Albans for the last 40 years. Previously I was a head teacher in Bedfordshire and Westminster with responsibility over 5 children centres. Before retiring, I worked for a charity who support children and adults with learning disabilities across London working with families to understand and appreciate the skills and uniqueness of their children.
My son attended St Adrian’s and I know he cherished his time in the school. I feel now is the time to use my experience to help support the continued development and success of St Adrian’s and actively participate in Catholic life.
Current Governance Term Commenced: October 2023
Original Appointment: 2023 Current Committees: Committees, Groups and Link Governors Business/Pecuniary Interest: None Governor Elsewhere: No Attendance Record : 2023-2024 – 1/1 Voting Rights: Yes Elizabeth Lizzio – Foundation Governor
I am a parishioner in St Bartholomew’s Catholic church. I serve as a Minister of the Word; PPC vice-chair; and head the Youth Group where we aim to improve links with St Adrian’s and get the young people more involved in the Masses. I feel privileged to be a Foundation governor of St Adrian’s and will bring my previous experience to support the school. Current Governance Term Commenced: October 2023 |
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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. |
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