Boughton Heath Academy

Term of Office: 20/06/18 – 19/06/22

Declarations of Interest: Son works at the Grosvenor Park, CofE Academy part of the North West Academy Trust.

Governance Areas of Responsibility: SEND Governor 

I volunteered to become a governor after retiring as a Headteacher and wanting to give back to education, as well as to continue to use my skills and expertise, gathered over many years.

The school where I was Head was a two-form entry school with 440 children from reception to Year 6, plus a 100 on roll in the nursey, with 75 children attending, in different groups, each morning or afternoon. It also had a Hearing Support Base to educate up to ten deaf children who were fully integrated into the school. Over the years I undertook school improvement work in other schools and was an Inspector for Ofsted.

I now spend my time with my grandchildren, enjoy walking with friends, reading, go to Pilates and Yoga and am a member of the Rotary Club.

Term of office: 09.06.21 – 08.06.25

Declarations of Interest: None

Governance Area of Responsibility – GDPR/Data Protection Governor

My name is Muriel Breugelmans and I joined as Parent governor in April 2017. This is my first governor post and I took the opportunity to support the great work of the school.

I have 2 children: Gaspard in Y7 and Léon in Y1 at Boughton Heath Academy.

I was born in Belgium but have happily settled in the UK 17 years ago. I moved with the family to Chester 8 years ago.

My career background is in marketing and I worked for Nestlé, Lactalis, Müller. I’m currently the Marketing Director for Fox’s Biscuits

Term of Office: 16.01.19 – 15.01.23

Declarations of Interest: None

I was lucky enough to join the team at BHA in 2015.  Having previously worked in 2 schools both having a mixed Reception/Year 1 class it was time to fulfil my passion for teaching Early Years.  I truly believe that in Reception you set the foundations for children to become lifelong learners and I am an advocate for children learning through their play deepening their understanding of new concepts.  The progress children make in Reception never seizes to amaze me and I am in a wonderful position to watch them grow.  Becoming a Governor has allowed me to support the school in its ongoing progression.  BHA is forever improving and adapting to provide the most outstanding experiences for children and I am committed to supporting the school in its continued improvements and to ensure it makes a positive difference to all pupils by providing a safe, happy, fun and fulfilling education and that also supports them to develop life long skills.

Term of Office: 12.02.20 – 11.02.24

Declarations of Interest: None

Governance Areas of Responsibility – Pupil Premium and Looked After Children Governor

As a parent of a child within the school I am keen to help maintain a rich and creative environment for all children at Boughton Heath to learn and succeed.  

I have twenty years of experience within the formal education sector as an artist, teacher, creative facilitator, educationalist and manager. Currently I am employed as Learning Manager at the Whitworth, University of Manchester. I care deeply about how arts and culture can support lifelong literacy and how creativity can be used as a tool to inform learning across all curriculum areas.
In my role as governor, I aim to bring critique, ideas and a creative mind-set to problem solving.

Term of Office: 15.09.21 - 14.09.25

Declarations of Interest: Purchase of any Mars Inc Products

Governance Area of Responsibility: Governor Training

I was extremely fortunate to attend a fantastic Primary School. It gave me a foundation to be the best possible version of myself. Living locally, BHA reminds me of my Primary School and how fortunate I have been. I grew up in North Tyneside and I have enjoyed living in many parts of England. My spiritual home is the Northwest and I have now lived in Cheshire for over 3 years. I work for Mars. Inc. in its Petcare business, in Commercial Strategy. I previously worked for McVities for 11 years in Procurement/Governance. I believe that my professional skills, alongside my keen personal interest will add value to BHA's Pupils, Parents and Staff. I also wish to represent the local community to ensure strong ties between the school and the surrounding area.

Term of Office: 15.09.21 - 14.09.25

Declarations of Interest: None

Governor Area of Responsibility: Curriculum

Term of Office: 09.02.22 - 08.02.26

Declarations of Interest: None

I joined Boughton Heath Academy in 2018 as a student teacher and was lucky enough to be offered a teaching post upon completion of my degree. I am currently the Year 3 teacher and have a passion for inclusion within the classroom. I firmly believe that a good education can make a real difference to our children’s lives and their ability to make the most of the opportunities that life presents to them. Additionally, I have a particular interest in attachment disorders and this is something I wish to learn more about and develop a deeper understanding of over the next few years.  

I chose to become a governor in order to understand why and how changes are made and to be a part of the school’s ongoing progression. I hope that my input ensures that the children’s needs and education continue to come first, guiding the school into a direction that best suits us whilst making the most of each opportunity.