I have spent all of my working life in the field of education. For 20 years I was deputy head of a large village Junior school. Following, retirement from full time teaching I spent the last ten years of my teaching career as a LA Education Officer responsible for advising parents who chose to educate their children at home.

I continue to maintain my passion and interest in education as a school governor. I am Vice-Chair of governors of Gardners Lane and Oakwood Federation of schools and one of the founding Directors of the company. I firmly believe that children are our most valuable asset and deserve the best care, education and opportunities that we are able to provide.

Other activities include being a member of Cheltenham Cancer Research UK which involves organising and partaking in fundraising activities; being a trustee of a small local Housing Association which provides affordable housing for retired people and assisting at a local toddler’s group. I am also a Welfare (safeguarding) officer for a local village cricket team.

In my spare time I like to spend time with family and friends, enjoy walking, gardening, cooking (a Mary Berry addict) and relaxing with a good TV programme or book.

I have spent more than 30 years in education, firstly as a primary school teacher and then Headteacher of 2 Infant schools.

Since leaving Headship, I have taught at the University of Gloucestershire on the Early Years and Initial Teacher Training degree courses, I currently work part-time with trainee teachers on ‘teaching practice’ in schools in order to provide advice and support.

I am passionate about training the next generation of practitioners and teachers so that all children receive the very best care and education to support their holistic development. I am a Governor of Gardners Lane and Oakwood Primary Schools and take responsibility as Chair of the SEND committee.

In my spare time I enjoy swimming, cooking for friends and family, reading and travelling.