Hatchlands
Primary School
Meet our Governing Body
Carrie Shaw
Chair of the Local Governing Body (LGB)
Co-opted LGBM
"I have lived in the area all my adult life. My three children attended schools in Reigate and now three of my grandchildren attend schools in the Borough. Having retired from a career in property law, I was keen to play a part in the local community and apply myself in a different environment to the benefit, I hope, of others. I joined the LGB at the start of the Covid pandemic and I have been so impressed by the hard work, dedication, enthusiasm and kindness of everyone involved with Hatchlands. The school really does have the children at its heart. I look forward to playing my part in its development."
Emma Dixon
Parent elected LGBM
Netti Lawrence
Co-opted LGBM
"I have taught in the area for all my adult life, firstly in infant schools, moving into special education
and finally teaching 1:1 children who were experiencing difficulties with early literacy skills.
Both my children went to local schools before university and now 2 of my grandchildren are at
school in Reigate."
Louise Dowie
Staff Elected LGBM
I am currently in my third year of teaching at Hatchlands Primary School, where I carry the role of Lead Practitioner and Reception Class Teacher, as well as Early Reading Champion and Reading for Pleasure Champion. With 10 years of teaching experience across a variety of year groups and key stages, I have had the opportunity to lead different subjects and phases, contributing to both student development and staff collaboration. I decided to take on the role of staff Local Governing Body member (governor) because I am keen to understand the inner workings of school leadership and decision-making. Being part of the team that shapes the policies and strategies to drive our school's success is something that excites me, and I am eager to contribute to this important work.
Helen Richards
Co-opted LGBM
I am Deputy Head at an independent girl’s senior school in south London. As part of the leadership team, I have experienced first-hand the value that supportive school governors can offer to drive innovation and to support successful outcomes for students. I am therefore delighted to now support Hatchlands and their work in helping students fulfil their potential.
I live in Headley and am an active member of the village community.