Prospect Hill Infant And Nursery School

Meet our Governors

Mrs Louise Rose - Head Teacher
Term of Office: 1/9/2014 - ongoing

My name is Louise Rose and I am the Head Teacher at Prospect Hill Infant and Nursery School. I have spent most of my working life teaching Worksop and became the Head Teacher at this school in September 2014.
I can honestly say that the children, parents and staff all demonstrated to me what a wonderful and welcoming place our school is from the moment I arrived.
On a personal level, I treasure my family and our time together. We love holidays and family days out, trips to the cinema and a favourite past time of mine is a trip to the theatre to see a musical. I’ve probably seen too many, to be honest, but I plan to see many more in the coming years!
If you have any questions about our school, please contact me on 01909 486374 or arrange an appointment to pop into school for a chat.

Mrs Kath Thorpe

Chair of Governors
Co-opted Governor
Chair of Finance & Personnel Committee 
Strategic Development and Pupils Committee Member
Link Governor for:  Appraisal / Attendance / Health and Safety
Date of appointment:  1/9/2015
Term of Office: 31/8/2019 to 30/8/2023

Hello, I’m Kath Thorpe , I have lived in the area all my life and I am married to Stuart. I am very lucky to have all my sons living nearby along with our grandchildren.
I returned to education as a mature student when my children were all very young and I completed my degree followed by a Masters Degree in Education. I have worked in all phases of education but mainly at North Notts College where I was a Curriculum Manager. My actual subject is psychology and yes I do still teach! Many of the students I taught have gone on to become nurses or other health professionals in local hospitals, it’s a great privilege to see students I have taught making a difference in the local community.
I am passionate about raising aspirations for all children, my own sons attended local schools. I am really enjoying being a Governor at the school and hope that I can serve the governing body effectively to benefit all pupils.

Mrs Vanessa Hamon

Co-opted Governor
Chair of Strategic & Pupils Committee
Link Governor for: Safeguarding and LAC / Appraisal /Attendance /Health and Safety / SEN
Date of appointment:  1/9/2015
Term of Office:31/8/2019 to 30/8/2023

Hello I'm Vanessa Hamon, and I've been a community governor for many years now.  
I am a member of Christ Church where I am a Churchwarden and Licensed Lay Minister. I feel that the link between school and the community is mutually beneficial, and it is a joy to have the children in church, especially at Christmas time! 
It is always a joy and a privilege to visit school, to see staff and pupils at work, and watch special events throughout the year and give my support. 
As a retired infant teacher myself, I appreciate the hard work and commitment that is required, by all staff, to provide the best quality education for all the children and as a recent first-time grandma, I know the importance of these special years in growing relationships and making learning fun. 

Mrs Helen Norman

Co-opted Governor
Finance and Personnel Committee Member
Link Governor for: Appraisal / SEN
Date of appointment:  24/2/2014
Term of Office: 30/10/2021 to 29/10/2025

My working background is in Customer Services for a large manufacturing company.  I have been a governor for Prospect Hill Infant & Nursery School since February 2014, when my eldest son started at the school, I also have another son who attends the school.
At the time I wanted to be able to do some voluntary work in the community, and the opportunity arose to join the governing body.  I feel grateful to be able to support the school in this way. 
I believe that all children deserve the best start in life, and want to be part of a school that produces a supportive learning environment and an excellent education for our children. 
In November 2017, the governing body elected me as a co-opted governor.  My skills and knowledge will enhance the governing body and contribute to the success of the school. 

 
Mrs Jenna Cartwright

Co-opted Governor
Vice-Chair of Strategic Development and Pupils Committee
Link Governor for:  GDPR
Date of appointment:  7/10/2019
Term of Office: 7/10/2019 to 6/10/2023

My name is Jenna Cartwright and I am married with 3 children. I became a parent governor in early 2012 because my two eldest children have attended and thrived in this lovely school and I felt it was time to give a bit back.

I recently became a co-opted member of the governing body.
I have been a primary school teacher for a number of years and have a particular interest in personal, social and health education and its importance within school settings.

It is a privilege to be part of the school's development and I thoroughly enjoy my role.

Mrs Michele Cavell

Co-opted Governor
Finance and Personnel Committee Member
Strategic Development and Pupils Committee Member
Responsibilities: Committee Minute Taker
Date of appointment:  1/9/2015
Term of Office:31/8/2019 to 30/8/2023

I came to work at Prospect Hill Infant & Nursery School 16 years ago and was elected as a non-teaching staff governor in 2007.
As the School Business Manager  I am proud to be working for a school that is dedicated to ensuring the pupils receive the best quality education and enjoy their time at our school.
In the reconstitution of the Governing Body, I was elected as a Co-opted Governor. My skills, which will benefit the school are in finance, personnel, school administration and knowledge of the local community, these skills will enhance our governing body to assist us when making decisions about the school.
My husband and I live locally and we have two grown up children. I have had a long association with the school as both of our children attended the nursery, infants and junior school.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading, theatre, travel and spending quality time with my family.

Mrs Diane Hitchen

Staff Governor
Strategic, Development and Pupils Committee Member
Finance and Personnel Committee Member
Date of appointment:  18/11/2016
Term of Office:  18/11/2020 to 17/11/2024

I have worked at the school for 12 years as a teaching assistant. During that time, I have provided support to children in all year groups, especially children who have special educational needs.  I enjoy helping each child to reach their full potential, removing the barriers that they face with their learning.
I am very keen to become involved in helping the school’s development to move forward, while continuing to give our children the best quality education in a happy, safe and supported learning environment.
I have three grown up children, one working, one at university and one at college who keep me very busy.  When my children attended school, I was a parent governor for 5 years and thoroughly enjoyed the role only leaving when all my children had left.

  Mrs Hayley Wilson

Parent Governor
Finance and Personnel Committee Member
Link Governor for:  Training Co-ordinator
Date of appointment:  12/11/2021
Term of Office:  12/11/2021 to 11/11/2025

I come from Cumbria, but spent most of my adult life in Sheffield having moved there to go to university.  I moved to Worksop in 2016 and now have 2 children at the school, one in Reception and one in year 2.    Whilst in Sheffield I was a Governor for several years at a large primary school.  I later became Chair of Governors for that school when my first child was only a baby.  My daughter went to so many meetings with me she was classed as an honorary Governor! I got to experience a lot in my time there including Ofsted inspections, a major building overhaul and recruitment of a new Headteacher.  I really enjoyed being able to contribute to my local community there and hope that I can do the same as a Governor for this school.  My children are very happy at the school and becoming a Governor felt like the right way to give something back.  

Miss Jolene Fletcher

Parent Governor
Strategic and Pupils Committee Member
Date of appointment:  10/5/2015
Term of Office:  10/5/2022 to 9/5/2026

I have always had strong ties with Prospect Hill  Infant,  Nursery and Junior Schools and have lived in the community for most of my life. My children attend the schools, with my eldest daughter moving to Valley School soon, my son will be going into reception year in September.  My youngest child will be starting in the nursery in April 2023 .

 I was a governor when my daughter attended the school, and I am looking forward to being involved with the progression of the school and the students. 

 I have had a very wide range of jobs where I have been able to develop a number of skills and have worked in schools too, which will help give me an unique incite to both school and the parent dynamic. 

 I am eager to be involved and do my best to see the children grow. 

Vacancy

We have a vacancy on our Governing Body for a Co-opted  Governor and a LA Governor, if you are interested in either position and would like more information please contact our Clerk to Governors (see below) or call and speak to our Head Teacher, Mrs Rose.