Name: Daniel Moore
Governor Role: Chair of Governors

Professional background:
I am the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for a multi-academy trust that supports 36 schools across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. I have worked in various finance roles in education for a little over 13 years and hold a Masters Degree in Education Business Management.

Why I became a governor:
I am a parent of two boys who both attend and love the school and I am also a former pupil myself. I am extremely passionate about ensuring that Mapperley Plains is the very best it can be. With my professional background, I feel I can provide both challenge and support to the school leadership team and contribute positively to the wider school community.

Name: Lydia Jennings
Governor Role: Staff Governor

Professional background:
I have been teaching for many years and have held a number of different leadership roles including Lead Practitioner and Phase Leader. I have worked at Mapperley Plains for the last 10 years and have been the Staff Governor for the past 4 years. I am proud to have the opportunity to help shape and continue to strengthen our school.

Why I became a governor:
I became a Staff Governor at Mapperley Plains because I wanted to play an active role in shaping the direction of the school and supporting the best outcomes for children. I saw the opportunity to represent the views and experiences of staff and to help ensure that decisions made at a strategic level reflect what happens in classrooms every day. I was motivated by a desire to contribute positively to the school community, develop my own understanding of leadership and governance and support continuous improvement. By taking on the role, I hoped to make a meaningful difference and help strengthen the partnership between staff, leaders and governors.

Name: Jay Summerfield
Governor Role: Parent Governor
Link Governor for: Health & Safety, Cyber Security & AI

Professional background:
I am the Chief Operating Officer of a technology company specialising in cloud communications, where I lead business operations, strategic planning and oversee compliance. I have a degree in Computing Science and over 15 years’ experience in the technology sector.

Why I became a governor:
My two daughters recently joined Mapperley Plains, and I wanted to contribute to the school community by supporting its future direction. Coming from outside the education sector, I aim to offer a different perspective and provide constructive support and challenge to the leadership team. I am committed to supporting the school in continuing to build an environment where every child can feel safe, confident and able to thrive.

Name: Sue Owen-Bailey
Governor Role: Parent Governor

Professional background:
I am currently Head of Corporate Responsibility across Europe for a large financial services technology multinational. I oversee strategy development and lead cross-functional teams with a focus on value for local communities, workplace inclusion, wellbeing, environmental sustainability and governance. Although I have worked in Corporate Responsibility for more than a decade, I have a background in marketing communications and I am a Chartered Marketer.

I serve as Vice-Chair for a young person’s wellbeing charity board and have previously been a Mental Health First Aider, so wellbeing at work and in education is important to me. I am also an Enterprise Advisor to Archway Learning Trust through the Careers and Enterprise Company and the Local Enterprise Partnership, helping to develop their approach to careers education.

Why I became a governor:
I am passionate about young people receiving a good quality education and developing the self-confidence and skills to reach their full potential. I also love outdoor play and learning through doing. I have lived in Mapperley for 11 years and my son now attends school here, which motivated me to become more involved in the school community.

Name: Sophie O’Regan
Governor Role: Parent Governor
Link Governor for: SEND, Link Governor for Wellbeing, Communications Group

Professional background:
I have been a teacher for 22 years, specialising in Inclusion and SEND. I have been a class teacher, senior leader and SENCo at two primary schools in Nottingham City. I currently work as a SENCo at an organisation that supports pupils who experience barriers to learning due to their medical needs and or mental health.

Why I became a governor:
I am passionate about the importance of every child receiving a fantastic primary school education so that they get the best possible start in life, whatever their circumstances or individual needs. My son and daughter attend Mapperley Plains, and I am committed to supporting and challenging the school to be the very best it can be for my children and their peers.

Name: Natalia Strumnik-Brown
Governor Role: Parent Governor

Professional background:
I have worked as a Languages Teacher in secondary schools and post-16 settings in Nottingham City as well as across the county for over 12 years. During the pandemic, I took a break from teaching and worked in roles outside of the classroom. I returned to teaching two years ago and currently work in a local secondary school.

Why I became a governor:
My son and daughter both attend Mapperley Plains Primary School, and as a parent I wanted to get more involved in the school community. As a governor, I have been able to support the school, its staff and the wider governing body with my knowledge of the secondary education system, alongside my continued interest in helping the school to provide all its children with the best primary education and school experience possible.

Name: Naomi Thomas
Governor Role: Co-opted Governor

Professional background:
I have over 19 years’ experience in external communications, reputation management and issues and crisis communications, working with a variety of brands throughout the UK.

Why I became a governor:
I became a Governor as I felt my skill set in external communications could be of use to the school. On a personal level, I have three children who attend the school and I wanted to give something back to my local community.

Name: Ian Taylor
Governor Role: Vice Chair
LA Governor:

Name: Beck Dixon
Governor Role: Parent Governor