Welcome to our Governing Body.  Below is a brief profile of our governors.

Mrs. E Hodgkinson - Chair of Governors   

I have previously been a parent Governor when my daughters attended Fulwood and Cadley.  I am now a Co-Opted Governor.

I currently run my own building and maintenance business with my husband but have previously worked as a lecturer in environmental law and conservation and as a waste management assessor and internal verifier.  I have a keen interest in sustainability and the importance of environmental education for young children and I look forward to working with the Governing Body. 

 

 

• Appointed: February 2020
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Co-opted by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests although is involved in a family property management business; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Elizabeth is Chair of Governors and is Chair of the Teaching, Learning & Curriculum Committee.

Miss J Parker - Vice Chair

I have been a Parent Governor for two years and a member of the PTA for 6 years. I currently work in Higher Education in an administrative role. I enjoy walking my dogs and spending time with my family.  I have recently taken up crochet and seem to have become a little obsessed with it so have a project on the go most of the time – I’ve even managed to make something that I can actually wear!  Being part of the school community is something I find very rewarding, and it is lovely to see that there is a happy and committed atmosphere within school which I believe is fundamental to children’s learning and wellbeing.

 

 

 

• Appointed: June 2022
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Parent governor by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Joanne is Chair of the Teaching and Learning Committee.    

Mr. J Hrycak - Vice Chair

I am a Local Authority Governor.  I spent eight years in child protection social work and five years teaching in primary schools both in the UK and abroad. I currently work at the University of Central Lancashire where I teach and look after students in a pastoral capacity. Originally from Bury near Manchester, I have lived here in Preston for over 30 years. I believe that we should always be looking to learn and be the best we can be. With that in mind, my hope is that I can bring my knowledge of what is best for our young children to school and learn something from the experience in return. I am looking forward to working with all governors and staff for the benefit of the children and the school.

 

 

• Appointed: November 2022
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Local Authority governor by Lancashire County Council
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• John is Chair of the Resources committee.

Miss F Foss

I am a Staff Governor. I have worked at Fulwood and Cadley for over five years and have taught in both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.  I lead Science and Global learning across school, and have previously managed Geography. 

I have a keen interest in the importance of outdoor learning for young children and how this can have a positive effect on their mental health.  I have demonstrated strengths in working with children with complex needs. 

 

 

• Appointed: December 2017
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Staff governor by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Francesca is a member of the Teaching & Learning Committee.

Mrs. J Margerison

I am a Community Governor.  I have been associated with school for the past 24 years, firstly as a parent, then as a parent helper and in 2000 I became a member of staff.  I am currently a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) covering classes for teachers PPA sessions, illness and courses. I am subject leader for DT (Design & Technology).  I currently run Friends of Fulwood and Cadley, with the help of my colleagues and parents, which I have been involved in for over 20 years.

I look forward to working with the Governing Body and being involved in a side of the school that I have not had experience of.

 

 

• Appointed: December 2017
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Community governor by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Jo is a member of the Teaching and Learning Committee.    

 

 Mrs. J Wilson

I am a Parent Governor.  I manage properties and work at a local supermarket. I am always happy to get stuck in, supporting school with their activities through volunteering at Lunchalots and in the classroom.

 

 

 

 

 

• Appointed: November 2022
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Parent governor by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Julie is a member of the Resources Committee.

 

Mrs. G Roberts Jones 

 

       

 

 

 

 

                                                     

• Appointed: November 2022
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Parent governor by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Gemma is a member of the Resources Committee.

Miss R Clarke

I am a co-opted governor.  I currently work at a local primary school as a Year 6 teacher.  Alongside my classroom role, I lead both English and Assessment.  Over the last few years, I have completed my NPQ in Senior Leadership, which has deepened my understanding of school leadership and strengthened my commitment to making a positive impact on children's learning. As the English subject leader, I am particularly passionate about reading and writing, and I have developed a curriculum centred around high-quality, diverse texts to inspire a love of literacy in all pupils. I strongly value fostering a love of reading in children, as I believe it opens doors to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong learning. Reading is also something I truly enjoy in my own spare time. I’m passionate about driving school improvement and aspire to take on a deputy headteacher role in the future.  I hope that my own experiences and enthusiasm will benefit the school and I will also learn something from the experience in return.  I am looking forward to working with the Governing Body.   

• Appointed: March 2025
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Co-opted governor by Fulwood and Cadley.
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.
• Rebecca is a member of the Teaching & Learning Committee.

Mrs. A Kulbaki 

I am a co-opted Governor.  I am also a former pupil and my Mum, Jean Saul, was a teaching assistant at the school for over 30 years. I taught French for many years at Fulwood Academy and at Cardinal Newman College. I have recently retired and am keen to have a voluntary role which is still rooted in education. I am hoping that my experience as a classroom practitioner and as a teacher-trainer will be of benefit to the school. I am looking forward to working with the Governing body. 

 

 

 

• Appointed: April 2025
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Co-Opted Governor by Fulwood and Cadley
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.

Miss E Thompson

I am a parent governor; I currently have 3 children that attend the school.  

I work within Business Intelligence for the NHS.  Aside from analysing data I have a strong interest in the mental health of not just children but the whole school family.  

I am a trained Mental Health First Aider and am proud that my son is a Wellbeing Warrior within school.  In my spare time I love to be creative, something which I find supports my own mental health.

 

 

• Appointed: September 2024
• Term of Office: 4 years
• Appointed as a Parent Governor by Fulwood and Cadley
• No business or pecuniary interests; or material interests arising from intra-governor or staff relationships.