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School Governors

The Federation Governing Body works closely with the Executive Headteacher in the management of the Federation and is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the Federation. The Governors have a general responsibility for the effective management of the school but do not take decisions about the day to day running of the schools. This responsibility lies with the Executive Headteacher.

Elaine Lynch

Elaine Lynch

Executive Headteacher

Jackie Edwards

Jackie Edwards

Deputy Headteacher

Jane Gedny

Jane Gedny

Chair - Local Authority Governor

 

My name is Jane Gedny. I have been a governor at Huntingdon Primary since 2012, and was elected Chairman for a number of those years. Before I retired, I had a career in teaching, was a deputy head and ended my career as a Local Authority Advisor. I have 3 children and 7 grandchildren who keep me busy. I feel very privileged to be a governor at Huntingdon Nursery and Primary Federation and to be able to contribute to the provision of the best education possible for your children.

Ryan Doherty

Ryan Doherty

Vice Chair - Co-opted Governor

 

I spent my early career working in Education HR whilst studying for my Master’s degree and CIPD qualification.  I currently work in Financial Services based in Canary Wharf for a major bank providing HR advice to Asset Management stakeholders.  I live locally and my daughter Isla attended the school, as did I growing up in Huntingdon.

Lucy Clarke

Lucy Clarke

Co-opted Governor

 

I am a member of staff at the Primary School and have been a governor since 2017. My daughter attended both the Nursery and Primary Schools, which motivated me to become a governor as I wanted to give something back and play an active role in my community. I hope to support the Federation in my role as governor as it continues to grow and flourish.

Hajira Khan

Hajira Khan

Co-opted Governor

 

With extensive experience in project and programme management, I have successfully led complex initiatives across public and charity sectors around the world. My work has often focused on cultural diplomacy and driving systemic change in areas such as research, higher education, and technical and vocational education. As a Governor, I am committed to applying my skills and diverse experience to support and shape the school’s strategic direction.

Kirsty Paul

Kirsty Paul

Co-opted Governor

 

I’m a parent of two children at Huntingdon Nursery and Primary Federation and proud to support the school as a governor. I work in town planning and have a strong interest in how the places we live, learn, and play in can shape our health, wellbeing, and learning outcomes. I’m especially passionate about making sure every child feels they belong and can take part in learning that’s practical, playful, and meaningful. I believe every child deserves to feel supported, curious, and confident as they grow.

Andrew Valentine

Andrew Valentine

Co-opted Governor

 

I currently work for the National Trust as the Property Operations Manager at the wonderful Wimpole Estate. This role followed serving for over 30 years in the Royal Air Force. My wife Lyn worked at Huntingdon Primary School for many years, firstly as a Teaching Assistant and then a teacher and I was delighted to become a co-opted Governor firstly in the Primary School and then within the Huntingdon Nursery and Primary Federation.

Selina Daley

Selina Daley

Parent Governor

 

I am Selina Daley and have a son at this school which is why I elected to be a parent school governor.  My background is in academic publishing having helped the British Library digitise microfiche. I am passionate about community and volunteered for the Cambridge Women’s Resource Centre and now for Home Start. I want to bring this experience to the role.

Hamza Durrani

Hamza Durrani

Parent Governor

 

With over 15 years of leadership experience in the hospitality sector and children attending both the Primary and Nursery, I’m committed to supporting the Federation in a meaningful way. I hope to contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving environment and to play an active role in the school’s continued development and success.

Amanda Buckenham

Amanda Buckenham

Co-opted Governor

 

My name is Amanda Buckenham. I am a Mum of 4. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant in Peterborough and have been a Governor for 17 years; 16 at the Nursery School. I am also an NHS Governor.

Contact the Governors

If you would like to contact the Governing Body, you can do so via either the Nursery School or Primary School office. Please note that many issues should normally be raised with the school staff in the first instance, but if you are not sure how to proceed we will be pleased to advise and look forward to hearing from you.

Register of Interests and Attendance

We publish the attendance registers for our Governing Body meetings along with the Register of Interests below. Historical records for the Primary School and Nursery, for meetings before the Federation was created, are also available. If you would like a copy of the minutes for a governors meeting, please contact clerk@huntingdonnpfed.cambs.sch.uk .

Federation Registers

Historical Registers