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Markyate Village School And Nursery

Markyate Village School and Nursery
  1. Governors & FOMS
  2. Governors Who's Who

Governors Who's Who

 

Mrs Victoria Horsnall - Chair of Governors

I have been the Chair of Governors since September 2021.  My involvement with Markyate Village School was as a parent when my children attended up until July 2020.

My responsibilities within the Governing Body include working on the Finance Committee that has an overview of the school's budget, the plans for the school premises and for personnel. I also have a particular focus on Early Years, so I work with the Nursery and Reception Team to help develop the Early Years provision in the school.

 

Mrs Laura Johnson - Headteacher

I have been the headteacher at Markyate Village School since September 2019. As headteacher, I work with governors on a wide range of areas, including; creating the best educational environment and learning opportunities for our children so they reach their full potential, shaping the direction of the school, agreeing budgets, developing the school's resources and the school site, and ensuring that our children are always safe. Before joining Markyate, I worked as a Deputy Head teacher in Harpenden and I have been a Hertfordshire Moderator for English at KS2. I have three children who all attend Sir John Lawes School and my specialism is in the teaching of English, understanding how children learn to read and write.

 

Mrs Libby Karmock - Deputy Headteacher

My name is Libby Karmock and I am a staff governor. I have been a member of staff at Markyate Village School for 20 years and have been in post as Deputy Headteacher since 2016. I lead writing and mathematics across the school. This year, I am teaching in our Year 6 (Sapphire) class. I have previously taught in Year 2, Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5. I very much enjoy my role on the Senior Leadership Team and it is exciting to be part of the team that shapes the aims and vision of the school as it continues to move forward.

 

Mrs Helen Vaites - Staff co-opted Governor

I have been a Governor at Markyate School for 10 years, joining the Governing Body when my son started school in Reception in 2009. I have two children, both of whom attended Markyate School and they are now in secondary school and college. My background is in the corporate world, having worked for HSBC, First Direct and BT in a variety of management roles.  However when I had my children, I decided to change careers and began working as a parent helper. I then re-trained as a teacher and started teaching in Nursery at Markyate in 2013, having worked and gained experience in several other schools in the area during my training. I love working in Early Years, enjoying the enthusiasm and excitement for learning and thrive on the ‘awe and wonder’ of the children of this age. I am also the PE co-ordinator here at school and endeavour to share my love for sport with children, teachers and parents alike.

 

Mrs Terry Willis - Co-opted Governor

My name is Terry Willis. I was a teacher in Hertfordshire for 25 years, three of those as a Deputy Head and seventeen as a Head Teacher, at four different schools. As a Deputy and Head I took part in six OFSTED inspections. I am now retired but continue to do part time consultancy work in schools through the local authority and as a Tutor for the University of Hertfordshire.

I believe passionately that all children are entitled to the very best education possible and that the school they attend should endeavour to ensure they achieve their potential and beyond.

My career provided me with a great sense of fulfilment and I hope, as a governor, to give something back. I have a grandson who attended Markyate Village School but who has now moved to secondary school. My granddaughter is currently in the Nursery.

 

 Mrs Catherine Aylward - Parent Governor

I was elected as a parent governor in October 2019. I have three children who currently attend Markyate Village School, the oldest of whom started here in 2013. I have lived in the local area all my life and in Markyate since 2001. I qualified as a nurse in 2007, starting work at Hemel Hempstead Hospital in Accident and Emergency. Since 2009, I have worked in the Emergency Department at Watford General Hospital and enjoy the fast pace and variety of work there. My responsibilities within the Governing Body are as part of the Teaching and Learning  Committee.

 

 Gwanwyn Mason - Co-opted Governor

Gwanwyn and her family moved to neighbouring Kensworth in 2019 and her oldest son joined reception in Markyate in September 2020. Gwanwyn loves being part of the Markyate community and organised the Salvation Army toy collection at Christmas and is working with the school to develop a ‘Twinning’ programme with a thriving school for low-income families in Delhi. 

Professionally Gwanwyn works for the Mayor of London delivering social justice programmes aimed at finding new ways to amplify the voices of under-represented communities in policing. In her spare time Gwanwyn is also a trustee of an NGO supporting Somali communities in London and around the world, and enjoys running around the beautiful local countryside with the family’s slightly un-hinged chocolate Labrador!

Gwanwyn joined Markyate Village School's Governing Body as a co-opted governor in May 2021.

 Andrew Gilbert  - Parent Governor

 I have two children in the school who have very much enjoyed their time so far at MVS. I have lived in the local area all my life and moved to Markyate in 2016, just before my eldest began Reception. I qualified as a financial advisor in 2002 and have worked in financial services for the past 20 years on both a personal and corporate level. My responsibilities within the governing body are primarily within the finance committee and health and safety. In my spare time I enjoy playing golf and the occasional game of cricket.

Jacqualyn Rumsey - Parent Governor                                                                          I have two children at Markyate School and have worked in education for over 20 years. I have taught from Nursery to Year Six, worked as a deputy head, safeguarding lead and as a qualified SENDCo.   I have recently qualified as a Level 5 SPLD (Specific Learning Difficulties) teacher. I have a passion for inclusion and ensuring that children have the best possible experience at school.  I currently work for the Speech Language Communication and Autism Team for County. You may also have seen me at FOMS fund raising events. When I have any spare time I love walking, running (or rather trotting along!) and reading. 

 

Rebecca Wells - Co-opted Governor                                                                           

My name is Rebecca Wells (Becky). I moved to Markyate in 2014 and my daughter attended the school from September 2015 until July 2022, we both loved our experience of the school. I was also part of the parent council before my daughter left.

Professionally I work for Hertfordshire County Council in the department of Adult Care Services, where I have been for the last 25 years. My expertise is working with and supporting adults with disabilities including learning disabilities, autism, and people with a mental health diagnosis. I am passionate about positive behaviour support and bringing out the best in people, enabling them to achieve their goals, aspirations, improving self-esteem and overall wellbeing.

When I get some free time I like to travel to the South Coast, take walks by the sea and have quality time with family.

I joined the Governing Board in February of 2023 as a co-opted Governor

 

Mrs Julie Raybould Clerk to the Governors