Welcome to our Governors’ section. 

Please find below details of how our Governing body is structured, including the names, categories, responsibilities and terms of appointment for each Governor.

Pecuniary/Business Interests

All governors declare any pecuniary/business interests annually.  At present, no governors have any pecuniary/business interests.

Chair of Governors

Samantha Cope

Term of Office 12.1.23 - 11.1.27.

First appointed 12th January, 2023.

Link Role:       Curriculum and Teaching       

Mrs Cope has one child that attended the school and has been a member of the PTA for a number if years. She works in the legal industry and has a real interest in child protection and special educational needs and has provided support to a huge number of people over the years. In her spare time she enjoys baking and playing netball.

To contact her, you can leave a message with the school office by phoning 01623 456516 or write a letter to:

Mrs Samantha Cope,

Ravenshead C of E Primary School,

Swinton Rise,

Ravenshead,

Nottinghamshire

NG15 9FS.

Vice Chair of Governors & Local Authority Governor

Sue Henson (Vice Chair & Local Authority Governor)

Term of Office 1.11.24 - 31.10.24.

First appointed 1st November, 2016.

Link Role:       Early Years Foundation Stage          OPAL          Headteacher Appraisal

Sue Henson has worked in education since 1995, as a primary teacher, deputy Head and Headteacher and has previously been a governor in local schools and in North Somerset. She is currently employed at Nottingham Trent University; where she is a lecturer on the primary education team, specialising in Early Years, Science and outdoor learning.  Sue's governor responsibilities include the Headteacher's Appraisal and Early Years Foundation Stage.

Foundation Governors

Neil Brown (Foundation Governor)

Term of Office 9.9.24 - 8.9.28.

First appointed  9th September, 2024.

Link Role:       Achievement

Neil Brown is a Foundation Governor.  He is a regular worshipper at St Peter's Church in the village.  His focus is to help support the school in keeping the students safe and happy whilst helping the students to strive to achieve their full potential.  He has lived in the village for many years and his two daughters both attended the school, now that they have both become adults he is keen to lend his support to the school.  Neil is an experienced teacher of 11-18 year olds and hopes that some of his skills can be utilised to support the school.

Parent Governors

Adam Warsop (Parent Governor)

Term of Office 29.9.25 - 28.9.29.

First appointed 29th September, 2025.

Link Role:       Finance     

Adam Warsop is a seasoned technology leader with 20+ years in business management, strategy, and financial management. He leads Oracle’s UK & Ireland Enterprise Applications team and is committed to supporting local education initiatives. Adam brings strategic oversight, financial acumen, and strong governance skills to drive student success, community impact, and operational excellence.

Co-opted Governors

Sarah Page (Community Governor)

Term of Office 14.6.22 - 13.6.26.

First appointed 14th June, 2018.

Link Role:      Inclusion

Sarah Page has worked in education since 1979, initially as a Teaching Assistant.  After taking a career break to care for her two children, she returned to her studies and trained to be a teacher.  Sarah gained a B Ed (Hons) from Trent University in 1992-96 and took up a post in Nottingham City.  Having an interest in Special Educational Needs, she worked as a SENCo, prior to moving to the County as Deputy Head.  Later, Sarah became a Headteacher and took retirement, after 14 years to spend more time with family, specifically the enjoyment Grandchildren bring! 

Sarah continues to be passionate about children's learning and brings her skills and knowledge to Ravenshead C of E, serving as a Community Governor.  Her other responsibilities include, Mathematics, SEND, Behaviour, along with managing the Headteacher's Appraisal with Sue Hunt. 

Associate Governors

Sophie Keightley (Associate Governor)

Term of Office 28.3.23 - 27.3.27.

First appointed 19th March, 2019.

Sophie Keightley is the Deputy Head and has responsibility for Pupils and Personnel and reports to the Management Committee.  As she is an Associate Member, she is able to vote at committee meetings but not at Full Governing Body meetings.

Gemma Bodill (Associate Governor)

Term of Office 17.6.23 - 16.7.27.

First appointed 17th June, 2019.

Gemma Bodill is the School Business Manager and is responsible for reporting on the school budget and on health and safety.  As she is an Associate Member, she is able to vote at committee meetings but not at Full Governing Body meetings.