Welcome to our Governor Page 

Please find below details of how our Governing body is structured, including the names, categories, responsibilities and terms of appointment for each Governor.

We have also provided a Register of Governor Interests and an Annual Statement of Issues for your information.

If you are interested in finding out more about being a member of the Governing Body, please contact Mrs Brindley on 01283 716151 or n.brindley@wal.jtmat.co.uk. We are always on the look out for people who are interested in supporting the strategic direction of the school.

A welcome from the Chair of Governors

On behalf of the Governing Body, I warmly welcome you to Walton-on-Trent CE (C) Primary and Nursery School. Our Governing Body is made up of individuals with varying skills and qualities, but who all have a commitment to the school, ensuring that the school’s motto: ‘Living, Learning, Laughing in God's Love’ is a reality for every pupil and that they may enjoy the very best primary education possible in a caring, happy and stimulating Christian environment. If you wish to contact me personally, I can be contacted through the school office on 01283 716 151, or via our address- Walton-on-Trent CE (C) Primary and Nursery School, Coton Road, Walton-on-Trent, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 8NL. 

Get to know our Governors

Mr Matthew Booth - Chair of Governors (Co-opted)

Term of Office 28.09.2022 - 27.09.2026

Mrs Amy Holliday - Co-Vice Chair of Governors (Co-opted)
Term of office 23.11.2023 - 22.11.2027

Hi Everyone, I’m Amy and my Daughter is currently in Year 4. Walton is a wonderful, friendly and supportive school and it is such a great opportunity to be a Parent Governor. In the real world I am a Financial Planner and have experience in various other sectors and wanted to try and give something back and use my skills in the role of Governor and support the school in any way I can to maximise its huge potential. For me the Forest School provision is a huge benefit for the children and for our Daughter is the highlight of her week. The school and all the staff work relentlessly to make the school the best it can be and it is a privilege to work alongside them.

Mr Wayne Holmes -  Co-Vice Chair of Governors (Co-opted)
Term of office 05.05.2022 - 04.05.2026

With a daughter that started at Walton on Trent primary school in 2021 we’ve already seen the benefits that attending such kind, warm, caring and highly regarded school brings. I’m delighted to have joined the governing body to provide support in the schools continuing success. I have a strong background in finance, along with HR & IT project experience and want to use this experience to help the school progress for the benefit of all pupils. 

Mrs Joanna Foster (Co-opted Governor)

Term of office 21.09.2023 - 20.09.2027

Hello, my name is Joanna Foster and I taught at Walton for 8 years and have been the Deputy Headteacher for the last 4 years up until July 2023. It's a huge privilege and I feel extremely lucky to work with the hardworking staff team and governors at Walton. The friendly, welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of the school is second to none. My main passions are sports, maths, assessment and teaching and learning. I currently play for Belper Ladies Hockey Team in the national league and have previously represented England at junior levels up to Under 21s.

Miss Lisa Jones (Co-opted Governor)

Term of office 21.09.2023 - 20.09.2027

Hi, we moved to the area from Birmingham a couple of years ago and our son Jenson absolutely loves going to Walton, especially the forest school! It’s great to be able to offer support to such a lovely school. My educational background is Science - I studied at Aston University and have since worked in recruitment, sales and marketing and currently work for a med tech company. I am particularly passionate about children having access to the outdoors and nature to help with teaching and wellbeing, and strongly support equality and diversity. 

Reverend Derek Arnold (Foundation Governor - Ex Officio)

Start date 27.02.2024

Hello, my name is Derek Arnold and I have recently joined the Governing body and would like to give you an idea about who I am. After attending Art College, I began my working life as a Technical Illustrator. We then moved to Germany for 10 years where I worked in the latter part of my time as a Marketing Director. I then returned to Banbury, where I started my own company and remained there until I got the calling to be a priest in the Church of England. I have 4 children, the youngest is 9 and my wife Amanda and I were Foster Carers for 10 years. Since joining the church, I have served on 6 School Governing Bodies and it has always been a pleasure and privilege to serve. If any of my past experiences prove useful to the school, I am happy to help. I believe that working in schools is a really important part of the church’s mission in the community. In my spare time I like to get a bit of exercise, spend time relaxing and enjoy a good cup of coffee.

Mr Elliot McFarlane (Co-opted Governor)

Term of office 14.11.2024 - 13.11.2028

Mrs Laura Hurn (Co-opted Governor)

Term of office 11.06.2025 - 10.06.2029

Miss Kelsey Grigg (Staff Governor)

Term of Office 01.09.2025 - 31.08.2029

Hello, my name is Kelsey Grigg, and I have been teaching at Walton for 6 years now. I started at Walton as a newly qualified teacher, and I am now the SENDCO and Acting Deputy. I feel so lucky to have been a part of such a hardworking and friendly staff team and I am excited to be the new staff governor, representing the staff body. In my spare time, I enjoy going to the theatre, doing yoga and spending time with my family and friends. Having been through the JTMAT schools myself as a child and then completing the JTMAT SCITT programme, I am excited to continue my journey with the JTMAT and see what doors it continues to open for me.

Key Policies for Governing Body

Minutes of Meetings

Please contact Mrs Brindley if you would like to see copies of the minutes from Governor meetings.

01283 716151 or n.brindley@wal.jtmat.co.uk