Governors

Rachel Lampard – Chair of Governors (SIP)

Rachel is the Chair of Governors, a member of the School Improvement Committee and the link governor for Geography.

Rachel leads a team helping churches in Britain campaign on issues of justice and peace. She brings experience of governance in charities and regulators, and in management, communication, policy and strategic planning.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“I love visiting the school and meeting with students to hear their ideas and experiences of being at Frederick Bremer.”

Daniel Pablo Garay – Co-opted Governor

Daniel is the Finance Director of a world-leading industrial design firm, and holds degrees in Philosophy and Computer Science from the University of London. He is the parent of a child at Bremer and has been on the board of several charitable organisations.

Heather Scott – Co-opted Governor (SIP)

Heather is a co-opted Govenor, member of the School Improvement Committee and has link responsibilities for English and Governor Training.

Heather is civil servant working for the Department for Education. She has been part of the team looking at early reading programmes and is currently working on Social Worker career development and support in Children’s Social Care. She brings experience of teaching and governance in other schools, as well as teacher training and school improvement, working alongside schools on policy, data and school leadership.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“Being able to bring my ‘big picture’ national lens into focus by looking at how a well-led community school is making an incredible difference to the pupils who are lucky enough to attend.”

Jenny Smith – Headteacher

Jenny is the Headteacher at Frederick Bremer, and a member of the Governing Body. She has been Headteacher of Frederick Bremer for 12 years, and prior to this was Deputy Headteacher in two different London community schools.

As Headteacher, I bring to the Governing Body an understanding of the systems, structures and people which make Frederick Bremer so successful. Understanding school leadership from a Governor’s perspective is a different and enjoyable role, and our Governors bring a wealth of experience and expertise which benefits the school.

Jonathan Jeffries – LA Governor (SIP)

Jonathan is the local authority appointed governor, the vice-chair of the School Improvement Committee, and is the link governor for Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) and English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Jonathan is curriculum manager in Trade Union Education, managing a team and organising courses around England. He brings experience in managing in education and curriculum development, and is also an MFL speaker.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“helping and supporting the school meet its aims and objectives.”

Melonie Crosdale – Co-opted Governor (SIP Committee)

Melonie is a co-opted Governor, a member of the School Improvement Committee, and is the link governor for Attendance and Behaviour and the Creative Arts.

Melonie is a professional singer, working in a variety of different bands and performing all over the world. She is the parent of a child at Bremer, and brings 10 years of governance experience in 3 different settings.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“Being a part of a team of like-minded individuals who seek to help make school enjoyable, effective and accessible to all.”

Michelle Hegarty – Co-opted Governor (Finance)/Safeguarding Governor

Michelle is a co-opted Governor, the Vice Chair of Governors and a member of the Finance Committee. She is the lead Governor for Safeguarding.

Michelle works for a charity which deliver creative psychotherapy to children and young people in schools, and has experience of working with schools on promoting positive mental health and delivering one to one mental health support for staff and children and young people. She has a background in developing public policy in local, regional and national government, and has experience and skills in managing people and teams.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“I love being part of the Bremer community. I feel closely aligned with the values and ethos of the school and in particular its focus on the whole child as well as good academic outcomes.”

Stephen Armstrong – Co-opted Governor (Chair of Finance Committee)

Stephen is a co-opted Governor and chair of the Finance Committee. He has a particular responsibility on the governing body for Maths, PE, Design & Technology.

Stephen is a consultant in the infrastructure & construction sectors, and brings expertise in organisational, financial and commercial governance, procurement & supplier management, and health & safety management. He is also a trustee of an educational charity that works in Burundi, east Africa.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“Spending time in the school, and being inspired by the energy, creativity and potential of all of the students and the staff.”

Rebecca Marchant-Daisley – Staff Governor (SIP)

Becca is our staff governor and a member of the School Improvement Committee.

Becca is a Humanities teacher with 7 years’ experience of teaching. She has been a Head of Year for 5 years, and is currently Head of Year 9. Prior to teaching, Becca was a Teaching Assistant, then an Assistant SENCo, and therefore has lots of experience and expertise across a variety of roles within the school. Becca grew up in the area and has an understanding of what it’s like to be educated and to educate in a community school.

One thing I enjoy most about being a governor at Bremer:

“This school celebrates diversity and inclusivity, and pupils are encouraged to be their authentic selves.”

Baptise Bourgougnon

Baptiste is a new Parent Governor who brings knowledge as a Director of Undergraduate Courses and International Development with firsthand experience as a parent of children with special educational needs.

Being part of the LGBTQ+ community, Baptiste is keenly aware of the importance of inclusive practices and representation.

“I am eager to use my skills and experiences to ensure the governing board addresses the diverse needs of our school community, fostering an environment where every child can thrive.”

Bhakti Mesuria

Bhakti is a new Parent Governor who has worked within the education sector for over 20 years.

She is currently the Head of HR in a secondary school, and brings a great understanding of working with SLT and decisions that are made at a strategic level.

She brings expertise in data analysis, submitting and presenting reports, and providing strategic solutions – having developed and strengthened these skills across four different schools.

“I have the experience of working in schools with a variety of backgrounds including faiths, disadvantaged areas and those with children with impaired learning abilities.”