THE GOVERNING BODY OF ST ANNE LINE CATHOLIC INFANT SCHOOL 2013
Philip Southgate- Foundation Governor-Chair of Governors
D.O.B. 8th.March,1947, in Orsett, Essex. Married for 44 years
2 Children the eldest of who died earlier this year (19th.Feb.) from a blood clot on her lung.
Youngest is 35 years old, Amber, and has one child a daughter, Jessica, aged 15 who attends
the Ursuline High School in Brentwood.
Both of my daughters and my Granddaughter attended St. Anne Line.
For the past 10 years my wife and I have lived in Althorne, after living in Laindon for the
previous 20 years. I am a Foundation Governor, have been Vice Chair and Chair of Finance in
the past.
Sarah D’Lima- Foundation Governor - Vice Chair of Governors
Sarah has been a governor for several years. She has two young daughters who both went through the infant school.
Father Dominic Howarth -Foundation Governor
Father Dominic is Parish Priest of Our Lady and All Saints. He supports the school in our
mission to live out our Catholic Faith and helps to develop the links with the parish through
visits to school and regular masses. Father Dominic has a particular responsibility for
overseeing the Religious Education that is taught in the school.
Dean Cassar- Foundation Governor
Dean has been an active support to the Governing Body over many years. He is a
member of the Resources Committee.
Melanie Clayton- Foundation Governor
Melanie is currently on maternity leave following the birth of her second baby. She lives in
Southend with her husband and two young sons.
Howard Hickey- Foundation Governor
My name is Howard Hickey. I am a Foundation Governor of St Anne Line Catholic Infant School. I live in
Langdon Hills and work for a bank in London managing Customer Relations and Development. My wife and I
have two sons aged 6 and 4. Our 6 year old is in year 2 at the school and we hope our 4 year old will start
Reception year in September 2013. I applied to be a governor so that I might understand more about the
school and contribute towards the continued improvement of the excellent standards of education and culture
that exist here."
Paul Healy-Foundation Governor
Name: Paul Healy, Foundation Governor. From: Wescliff-on-Sea in the parish of St Helens
Children: Saoirse (girl) aged 4 and Oisin (boy) aged 1
Occupation: Teacher (secondary)-I became a governor to try and make a difference in young
people’s lives.
Angela Mwanga-Foundation Governor
Hello I am Mrs Angela Mwanga. Currently a Foundation Governor. I reside in Basildon. Blessed
with my Husband Brian Mwanga and our two children Emma and Ethan. I am a proud member of
Our Lady and All Saints Parish. I am a Registered Nurse and an Administrator within the National
Health Service. I became a Foundation Governor to be part of a Body that makes and manages
policy as well as to uphold the valued duty of ensuring that St Anneline Infant Catholic School and
Nursery operates within its Mission Statement to prepare our children for their life as Christians in
the community.
Patrick Waters -Foundation Governor
I am retired, a parishioner of St. Therese, Laindon. Before retirement, I spent 30 years in the media and finally
ran a small Advertising Agency in London handling publicity for several charities. My wife and I moved from
Ilford and brought up our 3 daughters and 2 sons in Laindon, co-incident with the building and opening of both
St. Anne Schools. Our children attended these and benefitted from the strong, faith-based education, which
launched them into the world. They themselves are now bringing up our twelve Grandchildren in Western
Australia, California and Chelmsford! The holistic education with life-principles based upon Christian values,
was the main influence in my becoming a Foundation Governor. Our children have but one chance; we must
seek to get it right for them
Angela Russell- Staff Governor -As headteacher of the school I work in close partnership with the governing body.
We work together to shape the direction of the school and constantly look at how we can offer our
children a firm foundation at the start of their educational journey. As a mother of four children and
now a grandmother, I know how important this is.
We strive to create a happy environment where all children can achieve, become good citizens and
grow in Christ’s love. The governor’s role is voluntary yet has become a crucial part of the leadership
team of the school. I feel privileged to share the leadership of St Anne Line Infant School with this
team of talented governors, They offer a wide range of expertise and each bring different strengths in
their role of supporting the school.
Linda Amber- Staff Governor -My name is Linda Amber and I am a Staff Governor.
I have two
grown up children – Paul who has severe learning difficulties, and a daughter, Julia. I have a
granddaughter, Daisy, and another grandchild due in the spring. I am a member of my local Methodist
Church for many years and serve as a Senior Steward in my church and a Steward to our Circuit. Julia
attended St. Anne Line Infant School and I started to work here at about the same time as she entered
reception. I work in the school office as the Admissions Officer/Office Manager, a job I thoroughly enjoy.
Our school has a wonderful Christian ethos, which is shown in the love, and care the staff have for all the
children and I was delighted to be elected as a staff governor to serve the school.
Laura Roel- Staff Governor I am currently Nursery Manager at the school and have recently been
elected as staff governor. I am pleased to be able to represent our youngest children and be the ‘voice’ of
the Nursery. I have worked in several other settings before coming to St. Anne Line including maintained
and private provision. I also manage the After-School Club for Nursery, Infant and Junior children. I have
a keen interest in dance and attend a local dance school in Braintree.
Martin Barry- Parent Governor
I am a parent governor at Saint Anne Line infant’s school. I am 50 years old, & live in Basildon(although I was born in Manchester). I have four children. aged 23,18,12,& 8.I am a practicing
catholic, and attend Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Professionally-I am a human rights consultant &
run a small advocacy service-where I represent individuals or groups whose opinions would not
otherwise be heard.
I became a governor in order to try and improve our children's education.
Nicola Hodges - Parent Governor
I am Nicola Hodges a newly elected parent governor at the school. I have lived in the local area all my
life, I have four children my eldest son attends De La Salle my eldest daughter is at St Anne Line Juniors
and my youngest two are here at the school. Along side being a full time mum, I work various part time
jobs. I have a direct interest in the activities and curriculum of our school and welfare of our children. I am
happy to fulfil the role of school governor understanding the needs and concerns of the parents.
Maxine Newell- Parent Governor
I am a parent governor and live in Lee Chapel North, Basildon. I have one child age 7. I am a
Project Services Co-ordination Manager (Projects Engineering & Functional Management
Team) Tube Lines (Transport for London) Currently studying for BA Fine Art University of Essex
(South Essex College, Southend)
I became a governor because I care about the education that the children receive. I want to
make a positive and important contribution to the school.
John Simmonds-LA Governor
I am a Local Authority Governor. I have been retired for the last three and a half years. When I worked, it
was for an oil/petrochemical terminal in Grays. I am married and have two daughters and two
granddaughters. My youngest daughter attended St Anne Line Junior School and now works there as a TA.
My oldest daughter worked in the Infant School as a TA for ten years before moving to Southampton. I was
invited to become a member of the Governing Body and felt that this was a way of continuing to contribute
to the life of the school.
Mrs. Frankie Chissim -Clerk to the Governing Body