Lampton School Academy Trust
The Academy Trust comprises of Members and Trustees.
Members:
· are the subscribers to the memorandum of association (where they are founding members;
· may amend the articles of association;
· may, by special resolution, appoint new members or remove existing members;
· have powers to appoint trustees;
· may, by special resolution, issue direction to trustees to take a specific action;
· appoint the trust’s external auditors and receive (but not sign) the audited annual report and accounts;
· have power to change the company’s name, and ultimately, wind it up.
Lampton School Academy Trust has four (4) members who bring strong experience of educational leadership and management and knowledge of the local context.
Current members of the trust are: David Brockie, Edward Locke, Corinne Stevenson and Natasha Woolman (Chair of the Trust Board).
The Headteacher attends the annual members’ AGM, but is not a member of the Trust as per the requirements of the Academy trust handbook 2022.
Trustees:
On 1st September 2022, members adopted the updated Department for Education (DfE) articles of association. This followed an external review of governance undertaken by the National Governors’ Association in 2020.
Trustees may be appointed by members; co-opted; elected by parents of students at the school (2 places) or elected by the staff body (1 place).
Trustees have three core functions:
· ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
· holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its students and the performance management of staff;
· overseeing and ensuring effective financial performance.
Effective governance is supported by both the academies trust handbook published annually by the DfE and the governance handbook.
Trustee portal
https://myaccount.governorhub.com/login
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I have two daughters who attend Lampton School and am keen to help ensure that the high standard of education that Lampton offers is upheld and strengthened in line with the school's values and vision.
What experience do you bring to the role? I have over 10 years' experience in school governance and have worked for the LBH Virtual College for 5 years. I work to support and challenge schools & colleges to improve the outcomes for care experienced young people, advocating for and supporting them to achieve the necessary qualifications and skills to progress in education and training.
Please address correspondence to Natasha Woolman, c/o Rina Sehgal, Lampton School, Lampton Avenue, Hounslow, London TW3 4EP or by email to rsehgal@lampton.org.uk
A graduate of King’s College London, the London School of Economics and the University College London Institute of Education, Stephen Davis has been a member of the Senior Leadership Team at Lampton since 2004. Prior to this he was a member of the School Improvement Service in Hounslow, a Head of Year, Head of Department and classroom teacher in Central London. Mr Davis became Headteacher at Lampton in September 2015 and a Senior Partner of Challenge Partners. ‘I am proud to be the Headteacher of Lampton School and to share our successes and the pride we have in our pupils’.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I have been a life-long believer in the entitlement of all children to the best education, irrespective of economic advantage. After retirement I chose to do a post graduate teaching qualification and support teaching in the state sector.
What experience do you bring to the role? I worked for 35 years in major technology companies, managing their engagement with the Public Sector. I support the school with my knowledge of leading large and complex teams and understanding of how the government works.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I joined Lampton School in 2013 as a teacher of English and have held a number of varying leadership positions over the course of that time. Having been a longstanding member of the school and its community, I am invested in the direction, vision and continued improvement of the school, and subsequently the futures of the young people that it serves. I cherish the opportunity to work as part of a wider leadership team in continuing to develop the school’s already high standing within the local community.
What experience do you bring to the role? As the Subject Leader for English, I have managed a significant amount of change in the curriculum and overseen a shift in culture that has led to better, more consistent experiences in the classroom for our pupils, and as this year’s exam results testify, significantly better prospects for them too. I think it is safe to say that those results were the product of long term, strategic planning and leadership - something that I feel are good characteristics that the board might benefit from.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? With a robust 15-year senior management career nationally and internationally, I possess a proven track record of success in steering multi-billion-pound brands. My strategic leadership, honed through diverse experiences, reflects a commitment to excellence.
What experience do you bring to the role? Eager to leverage my skills as a parent governor, I bring a wealth of expertise to contribute to our school's growth and success.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I have worked in the education sector for the London Borough of Hounslow for over 15 years. Having completed my teacher training at Lampton, the school has been an integral part in my career development and I am very excited to be returning as a trustee to support the school and give back to the local community.
What experience do you bring to the role? As an experienced school leader and local authority SEND Advisor, I am keen to support the school in inclusion, SEND, curriculum and staff development.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? All three of my children attended Lampton school and I have personally seen the school go from strength to strength. The ethos and values the school has installed in my children has led them to become successful in their respective fields of employment. I hope to continue to support the school in the upcoming years to ensure and maintain that high standard of education Lampton has always thrived in.
What experience do you bring to the role? I have a vast and broad range of experience ranging from being employed as an IT technician to building up my own business. I have been a self employed business owner for the last ten years which has been successfully achieved through my hard work and being pragmatic in my business model. I hope to support the next generation of children with their development and ensure they feel limitless in their potential. I am also an ambassador for the Heart UK foundation and use this platform to advocate for eating healthy eating. I often use my weekends to trial healthy alternatives And hope to bring this fresh perspective to educate younger people on the alternative healthy food choices that are available.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I am pleased to.be working alongside committed individuals who have the best interests of the school and the success of its pupils at the forefront.
What experience do you bring to the role? I am a qualified accountant with a wide range of experience having worked in various industries and organisations. I aim to draw upon my professional experience to help support the senior leaders continue to run the school as effectively as possible.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I am committed to excellence in education and believe every child deserves the support and opportunities to shape a successful future. I bring extensive experience in strategy, stakeholder management, marketing, communications, and events, with a strong focus on inclusion, representation, and equipping people with the skills to thrive.
I was inspired to become a Trustee at Lampton because I am passionate about ensuring the next generation receives the highest standard of education and support, giving them the skills, confidence and opportunities to shape their future lives. Education has the power to open doors, and I am committed to contributing my experience and insight to help Lampton School continue to provide an environment where every student can thrive.
What experience do you bring to the role? Often described as a Swiss-army knife of creativity, I am super-connector of people, and advocate for underserved voices. I am currently serving as the General Manager at Media For All CIC, a social enterprise supporting Black, Asian and Ethnic minorities in the UK media and advertising industry, with core pillars of recruit, retain and rise. I serve on the boards of the Asian Communications Network and ImNotOkay, a mental health companion network for media and advertising professionals. Additionally, I am freelance events producer and project manager, delivering conferences, awards and large-scale projects.
What inspired you to become a Trustee at Lampton? I have keen interest in how schools can provide the best outcomes for all young people no matter what their abilities or background are. I am excited to be part of a school has such high aspirations for all its pupils.
What experience do you bring to the role? I am a qualified teacher and have spent eight years teaching secondary school students in the borough. In my current role with the London Borough of Hounslow I work with a wide range of professionals to help ensure that children with a social worker and looked after children get the best possible educational outcomes. In my previous career I spent time in strategic roles with the NHS supporting the development of urgent care services and the national cancer strategy.
