Mrs C. Ramsay 

Chair of Governors

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 15.09.20
Expertise/experience: I studied medicine in London and worked for 30 years in both community healthcare and hospital medicine specialising in women's health. I retired in 2010 and moved with my husband to area 3 years ago. We have 3 grownup children and one grandson. My hobbies include cooking, reading and walking my mad springer spaniel in the hill around her home.

Mr Ade Adefarakan

Vice Chair of Governors

Community Governor

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 05.02.19
Expertise/experience: I have worked in education and finance for many years and I feel I have many skills and experience that would support WWS on its journey ahead. With my experience from my work and life, my passion and belief in education, my determination for my children and all the children of WWS to succeed, as a parent governor, I will do and contribute all I can to support the school and its dedicated staff in helping all our children to achieve the best possible education and life outcomes. I believe I will be uniquely placed to contribute to the continuing improvement of West Wycombe School (WWS), further develop the ethos of the school, champion the views and opinions of parents and be proactive in helping to influence all that WWS aims to achieve for our children.

Mr D. St Croix

Deputy Headteacher 

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 07.10.20
Expertise/experience: As a proud member of staff at West Wycombe School, I look forward to bringing an understanding of the school’s ethos and culture as well as a close, professional knowledge of our strengths and our areas of improvement. My role as staff governor will give me the opportunity to contribute up to date, regular and robust information to broaden governors’ understanding of the curriculum and pupil achievement. My responsibility is to support the school to continue our improvement journey while keeping every classroom and every child’s learning at the forefront of my mind at all times.

Mrs C. Honnor

Community Governor

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 26.04.21

Expertise/experience: I have worked for 35 years as a nurse in the NHS in both hospital and community settings. For 10 years I worked with children and their families and appreciate the importance of schools and education in children’s development and happiness . This is my first governing role.

Charlotte Hussein

Parent Governor/ Vice Chair of Governors

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 20.03.23

Expertise/ experience: Education is central to my professional life as in my day job I work for a not-for-profit education research organisation leading their HR function. While this is my first governor role I have done a number of voluntary roles in the past, including for a local HR professionals group and for a cycling club. I have two boys, one who joined West Wycombe last year and the other who will be starting in September. I have a love for open spaces and the countryside, so I can often be found out walking with the boys and increasingly these days on our bikes (now the youngest can cycle).  

David House

Community Governor

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 01.10.24

Expertise/experience: I’ve recently retired having spent over thirty years working in large organisations predominantly in the Human Resources function.   I’ve also held a number of Non-Executive Director roles, currently I’m a Non-Executive Director of a Healthcare company, Chairman of a Healthcare Trust Board and Chairman of Frieth Village Society.   I’ve previously been Chairman of a Remuneration Committee, member of an Audit Committee and a Pension Scheme Trustee.  I have a Diploma in Management Studies and a Masters Degree in Business Administration.  My wife and I have lived in the local area for over 18 years and have three grown up children.   An underlying passion throughout my career has been leading and coaching both individuals and teams to help them reach their full potential.   This is my first school governor role.

Mark Herbert

Parent Governor

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Governance: None declared
Business Interests: None declared
Financial Interests: None declared

Date of appointment: 13.11.24

Expertise/ experience: I'm a Programme and Project Manager which covers being a committed Generalist with less questions! I served in the British Army between 2005-2016, primarily at Regimental Duty in a number of appointments, essentially building and leading teams from the junior to sub-unit level. I've covered a range of roles in the past eight years, Management Consultant, General Manager of a local business, running an institution in Oxford before returning to Project Management in Jan 24. I have a daughter in reception and a son in pre-school. I'm a firm believer in education being a major component in defining and shaping peoples lives, I am committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible environment and facilities to set our pupils up for success and happiness. This is my first school governor role. 

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