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: 31/8/2023 to 30/8/2027

I am a retired teacher and Education Manager. I worked in Further Education for over 20 years.
I am a member of the British Psychological Society and have a Masters Degree in Education.  I also have experience of working in both the Primary and Secondary phases of education.  I live locally and have five granddaughters and one grandson, all  in Primary Education, two at Prospect Infants and the others all in local schools.
I become a  school Governor  because I truly believe that children’s education shapes their futures and aids their wellbeing.  Schools also plays a huge part in  the local community.  Visiting Prospect Infant school, meeting staff and seeing children enjoying their lessons and progressing in their learning is very rewarding.
Aside from being a Governor, I volunteer at a local playgroup and have a number of hobbies including walking and singing.   

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:31/8/2023 to 30/8/2027

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: 7/10/2023 to 6/10/2027

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 Diane Fox
Staff Governor
Strategic Development and Pupils Committee / Finance Committee
Date of appointment:  18/11/2020
Term of Office: 18/11/2020 to 17/11/2024

My name is Diane Fox but most people at work call me Di.  I have worked at School for 18 years as a teaching assistant.  During that time, I have supported children in all year groups with their learning.  I enjoy helping children to reach their full potential, removing the barriers that they face with their learning. I have three grown up children, and was a parent governor at my children's school for 5 years and enjoyed doing the role only leaving when all my children had left.

Mrs Hayley Wilson
Parent Governor
Finance Committee
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 Development and Pupils Committee
Date of appointment:  10/05/2022
Term of Office: 10/05/2022 to 09/05/2026

Miss Nicola Wagstaff
Co-opted Governor
Date of appointment:  29/01/2024
Term of Office: 29/01/2024 to 28/01/2028

We currently have vacancies on our Governing Body  If you would be interested in undertaking this role or would like to find out a bit more about what this role involves, please contact the school office or one of our existing Governors for more information.