Welcome from our Governors

At Redbridge Community School, our Governing Body is passionate about making a difference!

Our dedicated team of Governors works tirelessly behind the scenes to support, challenge, and guide the school so that every student and member of staff can thrive. Together, we’re shaping an exciting future and ensuring Redbridge continues to grow, improve, and succeed.

Meet the people who give their time, expertise, and energy to help our school shine:

Chair of the Governing Body – David Whalley
Vice Chair of the Governing Body – Amanda Wood

Full Governing Body

Name	Category of Governor	Date of Appointment to Governing Board	Position of Responsibility	Committee Membership	Any Pecuniary Interests
A Hoyle	Co-Headteacher	September 2024	Co-Headteacher	Resources	None
E Bell	Co-Headteacher	September 2024	Co-Headteacher	Teaching and Learning	None
D Whalley	Local Authority	January 2017	Chair of Governors	All	None
A Wood	Co-opted	May 2016	Vice Chair of Governors & Safeguarding Rep	Resources	None
K Mellor	Co-opted	January 2018		Teaching and Learning	Headteacher of Newlands
T White	Co-opted	February 2025	SEND Rep	Teaching and Learning	None
A Seitanidou	Co-opted	June 2025		Teaching and Learning	None
Y Lawal	Co-opted	April 2025		Teaching and Learning	None
J Tavender	Parent	January 2023	Chair of Resources	Resources	None
S Wilcocks	Teacher	January 2018	Teacher Rep	Resources	None
K Crisell	Clerk to Governors	December 2021		All	None
C Wall-Bradfield	Business Manager	September 2016		Resources	None

Meet The Governors

"Originally from Southampton, I’ve spent the majority of my career immersed in education in beautiful Cornwall. I was head teacher of a primary school in Bude on the stunning North Cornwall coast and later worked as a Local Authority Advisor for assessment, followed by ten years as an Ofsted inspector — experiences that gave me a deep insight into how schools can truly flourish. Before joining the Redbridge governing body, I served as Chair of Governors at another primary school, and I’m delighted to bring my passion for education and school improvement to Redbridge. Outside of school life, I’m married with three grown-up children and six wonderful grandchildren who keep me on my toes!"

David Whalley
Chair of Governing Body

"I’m the Headteacher of a local primary school within the Redbridge cluster, with over twenty years’ experience in education. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a governor in three different schools, giving me a broad perspective on what makes a school community thrive. I’m passionate about ensuring every child in our community has access to the very best education and opportunities to succeed. With my background and experience, I’m keen to strengthen links between our primary and secondary schools, helping to make the transition for pupils as smooth and positive as possible."

Karen Mellor
Governor