Governance

Head of School

Mr. Adams was appointed Head of School in January 2021 in preparation for the first students starting in September of that year.

Previously he was Deputy Headteacher at Friars Academy for nine years and as part of the senior leadership team, lead the school to an Outstanding Ofsted rating in 2015, a rating which remained in their next inspection in 2019.

Mr. Adams has his National Professional Qualification in Headship (NPQH) along with a Master of Arts Postgraduate Degree in Education.

Before joining Friars Academy, Mr. Adams worked in the mainstream sector, working in a couple of comprehensive secondary schools. He was a member of the Senior Leadership in a local secondary mainstream school where he had responsibility for SEND and with this enthusiasm decided to develop his career permanently in a specialist provision.

Chair of Local Governing Body

I was previously a Deputy Head at an SEN academy in Corby. I have enjoyed teaching and working with young people in Northamptonshire for the past 26 years. For much of that time, I taught Design Technology in large mainstream secondary schools.

I am married with two grown up sons and we have lived locally for the past 28 years. We enjoy skiing, water sports and mountain walking. I have keen interest in cars and love my vintage Land rover 90.

I have a keen interest in learning beyond the classroom and believe that schools should offer a wide and varied curriculum alongside amazing opportunities and experiences that help to create well rounded young people.

I currently work for the EHCP team for the Corby area and have previously worked for the SEND Support Service. Before that I was a Midwife for many years, both in the hospital and out in the community.

I am married and have three children, the youngest of whom attends Chelveston Road School. As a family we like to take our dog for walks and play silly games like adventure golf. When left to my own devices I like to read, do crafts and go weightlifting.

With my lived experience and professional background I hope to represent the parents of young people at Chelveston Road and support the school in continuing to deliver the high quality education that our young people deserve.

Staff Governor

Since my school days, my life’s been all about business and the passion and diversity of the world of events for global companies like Aston Martin, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Vespa, Dyson, the BBC and others. All hugely enjoyable. Recently we’ve worked in festivals and concerts for the likes of Adele and the Spice Girls, and in Asia, China and Japan for sporting events like the Olympic Games.

My love for cars and technology mixed well with government experiences at No.10 Downing Street, in parliament and working in support of young people and the charity sector. We were hugely privileged to stage events attended by the royal family, including Her Majesty the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Princess Anne.

My personal skills include leadership, management, marketing, and nurturing customer relationships. I enjoy storytelling, whether about a business or with my grandchildren. In addition to my family focus, I’m happiest chatting football, American sports, all things automotive, sailing, our global seas and ocean life, sustainability and future technology.

In my new governor role, I aim to learn quickly, share as much of my time and knowledge as I can, help with the challenges of growth, while helping students on the journey to achieve their dreams, in a safe, happy and healthy life.

I currently work as a Village Operations Manager for the ExtraCare Charitable Trust and am responsible for a retirement village with 230 apartments for residents from 55 years of age up to, and including end of life care, as part of the Gold Standard Framework.

I have experience in several areas that I believe will support my role as a governor including risk management, safeguarding, building management and budgets. Previously I was a Facilities Manager for the University of Northampton looking after soft services and live in students.

I am married and have two grown up children and two granddaughters one of who lives with a learning difficulty and disability. I enjoy spending time with my family and having weekends away. I have lived in Northamptonshire all my life and like to give a little back to the community.

With my personal and professional experience, I hope, as Co-opted Governor, to support the schools values and allow all students to develop the independence and life skills they need for the future.