The membership of the Governing Body at Holy Trinity CE Primary School consists of the following representatives:
- Chair of Governors: Reverend Joy Atkins
- 1 Southwark Diocesan Board of Education (SDBE) (Chris Tongeman)
- 1 Foundation Ex-officio
- 4 Parochial Church Council (PCC) (Fay Morris, Nicole Lyon)
- 1 Local Authority
- 2 Parents (Shan Rees)
- 2 Staff (P Thomas, D Brooks)
- 1 Clerk (Antonia Beamish)
The Governing Body meets for a minimum of 3 times a year (at least once a term).
Each term there is a designated Governors' Day and during the day, Governors hold the full body and committee meetings; undertake training; carry out key tasks to fulfil their statutory duties; as well as meet with staff and pupils to discuss school outcomes, developments and progress towards priorities identified.
Meet the Governors
Chair of Governors: Reverend Joy Atkins
We warmly welcome our new Chair of Governors and look forward to working together to support our school community and its continued success.
I came to be vicar of Holy Trinity Church in September 2026 and was keen to be supportive and involved at Holy Trinity Primary School as part of my role.
My background as a secondary school teacher and a school chaplain gives me an understanding and insight into the needs and demands of school life, which is good as I’ve hit the ground running.
Being a governor at Holy Trinity School is about supporting and challenging the school in their work to
nurture and educate every child in a way that helps them to flourish.
I hope to be able to do that in a way that builds up all the good work that has been done before and stretches us to keep growing and adapting to the changes in the years to come.
Foundation Governor - Former Chair of Governors: Mr Chris Tongeman
I visited Holy Trinity when my eldest daughter was ready to go to school. I found the school inspiring, with amazing singing and music.
Built on a strong Christian ethos, but welcoming to those of all faiths or no faith. It was culturally representative of the area and with staff who clearly loved teaching the children.
I have been a fan of the school ever since and all my children have been here.
I started as a Parent Governor then becoming a Southwark Diocese Governor, I felt it was very important to support the development of the school.
Holy Trinity is a great community school and I see my role as a Governor to ensure the school provides an outstanding education for all our children. During the time I have been a Governor, we have initiated yearly school trips that bring valuable experiences to our children, including a year 6 trip to Barcelona.
We have been able to allow every child to start learning a musical instrument free of charge. And we have appointed some outstanding young teachers who are now moving into leadership within the school.
I feel confident we will see the school going from strength to strength and would love to welcome your children to the school.
Vice Chair of the Governing Body: tbc
Chair of the Achievement & Progress Committee
Staff Governor: Pauline Thomas, Acting Headteacher
I joined Holy Trinity in April 2020 and feel proud and privileged to be the headteacher of this fantastic school.
It is a very exciting time for us as we work together to establish Holy Trinity as an exceptional school in every aspect.
Our ethos, of providing ‘excellence in how we worship, learn and work together’, is at the heart of everything we do.
We have an incredibly talented and dedicated staff who strive to provide outstanding learning opportunities for our children in a financially challenging educational climate.
Our strong and skilled Governing Body support the school by ensuring they have a clear understanding of all facets, working with our staff and children to ensure our very high standards are maintained on a daily basis. We look forward to welcoming you to our school.
LA Governor: Micon Metcalfe
We warmly welcome our LA Governor and look forward to working together to support our school community and its continued success
Foundation Ex-officio Governor: to be announced
Chair of the Pupils, Families & Community Committee
PCC & Safeguarding/Inclusion Governor: Mrs Fay Morris
I am a parent, School Governor and Church Warden and have been linked to Holy Trinity school and Church since 1977.
My children attended the school and we have been members of the Church to the present day.
I have worked as a Social Worker since 1983 and have always had a passion for working in the voluntary sector to support and develop the wellbeing of children and families.
As a governor, I have a great passion for Holy Trinity School and supporting the school in its development and growth to be the outstanding school that grows young people into outstanding adults.
Parent Governor: Mrs Shan Rees
I put myself forward to be a parent governor in 2018/19 when my grand-daughter started in reception.
I did this for several reasons: I felt this would help me to better support her with her journey through Holy Trinity; all my working life was in education to which I am still very committed; in addition, I believe parents/carers have an important role in working with the school to achieve the best school experience for their child/ren.
Walking into Holy Trinity you can feel the warm, caring environment where children are encouraged to care for each other, respect others, develop their academic skills and grow in confidence.
I am interested in promoting these strengths and values and developing and supporting ways that Holy Trinity can achieve recognition as an outstanding school in all aspects.
The unique opportunities Holy Trinity offers with regard to music especially, and also, pre COVID -19, trips and residential experiences are wonderful. As governors we must make sure that the school can continue to provide these and develop further opportunities which all parents/carers are aware of and encouraged to support.
I believe as governors we can work with the school staff to become an outstanding school not only academically but in all aspects that enable our pupils to become confident, respectful, rounded individuals with a thirst for learning.
PCC Governor: Mrs Nicole Lyon
Chair of the Finance & Premises Committee
I'm a member of Holy Trinity Church PCC, and an opening came up for a PCC Governor, and I thought okay, I could do it!
I think it is really important that as a church we keep a close link to the school, and I'm also a parent of three children all of whom have attended Holy Trinity, my youngest is currently in year 5.
As a parent I have watched how happy and well grounded my children are from being at Holy Trinity, how they see themselves as part of an extended family. It's been really important for us, and I wanted to be a part of driving the school forward.
We are in difficult times, even without the current COVID-19 pandemic added into the mix. There are funding cuts and falling birth rates locally, it's difficult to continue without adapting.
As a Governing Body and School Community, we need to be able to find the best way forward, retaining the many fantastic and unique features our school has to offer.
My background is in finance and my current role on the Governing body is within the Finance Committee. I hope I bring insightful, productive observations to the senior management team.
Staff Governor: Mr Dan Brooks - Year 6 teacher
I am currently Key Stage 2 Phase Leader, Year 6 teacher and Educational Vists Lead.
During my time at our school, I have gained a vast knowledge and experience of our children, our school and its needs.
I am committed and hardworking, giving my time freely and getting involved whenever I can.
My knowledge and experience of our school has put me in good stead to work alongside the Governors and our Headteacher to make our school not just good but outstanding.
I firmly believe that a good foundation is the key to a high quality education.