Our Governors

Governors register of interests

Chair of Governors

What is your name?
Claire Barton
  Why did you become a governor?
I worked as the architect on Thomas Fairchild Children’s
Centre and loved the school so much I wanted to
continue my involvement.
  What are your hobbies?
Snowboarding, cooking and my new found talent for making cushions!
What do you think is special about Thomas Fairchild Community School?
Whenever I come to Thomas Fairchild I get a warm feeling inside –
everybody is very welcoming and the children always have big smiles on
their faces.
Which subject are you linked to?
I am link governor for Parental Involvement and Safeguarding.

What is your name?
Kofi Mills-Bampoe
Why did you become a governor?
There was a vacancy for a new community governor and I just thought it would be a great chance to get involved with the school in a hands on, practical way. I already knew one of the other governors who had told me a lot about how much Thomas Fairchild had to offer.
What are your hobbies?
Eating out, DVD box set marathons, reading when I can find the time.
What do you think is special about Thomas Fairchild Community
School?
I think the enthusiasm and optimism of the teachers, parents and children
stand out as pretty special.
Which subject are you linked  to?
I am linked to History and Geography.

What is your name?

Annie Wright

Why did you become a governor?

I have lived a short walk from Thomas Fairchild for over ten years and have always been keen to get more involved in the local community. When my daughter joined the school in 2012 I could see the school was on the start of a new and exciting journey and I was keen to get more involved as a parent and as a member of the community.

What are your hobbies? I like food (cooking and eating!), music, art and culture, and walking.

What do you think is special about Thomas Fairchild Community School? Thomas Fairchild is an incredibly welcoming and open school. The children are always smiling and there is a real sense of pride both from the pupils and staff.

Which subject are you linked to? I am link governor for Creative Arts.

What is your name?

Paddy Cassidy

Why did you become a governor? I became a governor because I believe it is important to get involved in the local community and nothing is more important than ensuring our young people have every opportunity to progress and achieve.

What are your hobbies? In my spare time I enjoy travelling, seeing friends, visiting museums and attempting to run around the parks of London.

What do you think is special about Thomas Fairchild Community School? At Thomas Fairchild it is clear that every child is treated as an individual; there is a passionate ambition that each pupil will achieve alongside being happy, safe and cared for.

Which subject are you linked to? Pupil Premium and Special Educational Needs

What is your name?

Debbie Kessie

Why did you become a governor?

For the last 3 years I have been a member of staff at Thomas Fairchild School (currently Early Years and KS1 Maths co-ordinator and Reception class teacher), during this time I have developed a great enthusiam to encourage and support others and ensure that the needs of all children with us are scaffolded to enable them to achieve to their full potential.  I am a big believer that, working as a team creates a prism of support that allows us to take a holistic approach to problem solving which nurtures holistic growth. I have built excellent relationships with children, parents/carers and other adults  across the school. I am committed to working with others and I share the schools passion to achieve Ambition for Excellence. It is an honour to support our move from good to outstanding.

What are your hobbies?

I especially enjoy playing and watching football (specifically Arsenal FC), I love reading psychology based books and swimming.

What do you think is special about Thomas Fairchild Community School?

At Thomas Fairchild our motto is ‘Make it happen together’, the school has an amazing dynamic of ambition, excitement and drive from all colleagues which is mirrored through our children.  We celebrate all achievements at every opportunity and ensure all children are proud of their outcomes when they put in their best efforts. TFCS song “ I am amazing, you are amazing we are amazing YES!”  is just another example of how we embed our ethos to all that we truly are an AMAZING school.

Which subject are you linked to?

I am linked to Physical Education