Governors

                                                                  Parent Governor        

Growing up within the local area, I have been lucky to have benefited from all that the community has to offer.  Becoming a parent governor at Galton Valley was the perfect opportunity to give back a little of what I gained from a community focused on raising opportunities for its young.

With that aim, and a background in finance, I have worked with my colleagues at Galton Valley over the last ten years.  My current roles are Chair of Outcomes Committee, Head Teacher Appraisals and also Math's governor.

It is a privilege to be part of a team striving for the betterment of our children's well-being; seeing them grow and succeed in becoming all that they can be.  We encourage hard work and resilience and our pupils always rise to the challenge.  I am incredibly proud of each and every one of them.

Mr. J. Uddin

Parent Governor

My name is Jalal Uddin. I became a parent governor in2010 as I always wanted to contribute towards the development of my local community as well as being a part of shaping the future of our next generations. My two children both Jabir (8years old) and Jannah (5years old) go to GVPS- and I am really proud to be a part of their learning & development journey.

I have always been a great admirer of ‘education’. Previously, I served as a local authority governor at another school in Sandwell over the past years. Currently, I am a Governor of Sandwell College too.

Professionally, I work as a manager at Community Connect Foundation (CCF) that provides a range of services including providing education and skills development training opportunities for young people and adults. I am also a Chartered Marketer and a member of Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).

I strongly believe, these are really exciting times to be at GVPS. We, ‘the school community’ are determined not only to be outstanding in all we do, but also to develop and sustain a unique learning culture that makes being part of the school an engaging and challenging experience for all our pupils.

At GVPS, we are on a mission to create something really special – an inclusive and cooperative school with exceptional standards that is rooted in its local community.

                                                               Mrs M Mahmoud

“I am excited to collaborate with a wonderful team of governors to support our community in promoting better health and understanding of rights. I am particularly passionate about combating cyberbullying, promoting healthy lifestyles, and helping children learn to manage their device usage responsibly, especially in relation to older individuals. 

I believe in the importance of educating ourselves to ensure our children are safe while using technology, creating a positive environment conducive to quality education for future generations. With a strong academic background in computing, I have studied for 13 years, obtaining qualifications such as an HND in Computing and Systems Development, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and a Master of Science in Computer Science.”

                                                                      Mrs E Reilly

                                                                Associate Member

I have been an associate member of the governing board since December 2023. I attend the outcomes committee and currently governor for science and thematic curriculum.

I am a registered nurse and a director of clinical services and during my career I have worked in the local area and across Sandwell and West Birmingham.

I bring many transferable skills and experience to the governing board after working in the public sector for over 27 years.

Supporting children to thrive during their primary school education is very close to my heart and I hope to continue to serve the school and the community to the best of my ability.

I am a Mom of 2 boys who are nearly grown now and I understand the importance of supporting schools to deliver the best educational experience for children.

                                                              Mr Q Qaffoor

                                         Parent Governor

I have been fortunate in the local area as a Tutor and becoming a Parent Governor at Galton Valley was the perfect opportunity to give back a little of what I gained from a community focused on raising opportunities for its young.

I am grateful to be part of a team striving for the betterment of our children's well-being and I look forward to helping as much as possible.

Mrs. S. O'Boyle

Staff Governor

I have been Head Teacher of Galton Valley Primary School since 2012, and have been teaching since 1994. I haave been a senior leader since 2005.  I have been a governor since 2005 and a governor of Galton Valley from this 2012.  This is the seventh school I have worked in across my career, but my first as Head Teacher.   I am genuinely very proud and honoured to be Head Teacher of our brilliant school with amazing children, staff, parents and governors! We have exceptional resilient children who work hard to do their best to make progress, alongside being polite, respectful and well-behaved.  Of course, all of this happens down to the high expectations by school staff and supportive parents and families.  We have a fabulous team of staff who work tirelessly to secure the very best for our children.  It warms my heart to hear visitors comment on the friendly and warm welcome they receive when they visit our school.  Our families are wonderful to work with as they are supportive and caring, wanting their children to face any challenges with resilience in order to become independent learners of the future. 

Galton Valley Primary School also sits within a great community who offer support and are proud of their local school.  We are lucky to have a steady governing body where individuals with various, relevant experience provide their support and challenge in their own free time. As a school, we are grateful for this support and challenge which is allowing us to move forward and strengthen further as a school.

Mrs. K. Whiting

LA Governor & Vice Chair.

I have been a Governor at Galton Valley Primary School for many years now and I am proud of the staff and pupils and the amazing work they do. 

I am a Local Authority governor and currently the Vice Chair of Governors.  I am the Chair of the resources committee and pay committee I am also one of the appraisers for the Head Teacher.  My special responsibilities include: English and training.

Professionally I work for a local not for profit education support services company as the Strategic Director for People and Product.  I am also a Board Director at The Westminster Specialist College and I am a Lay member for the Lord Chancellor’s Advisory Committee for West Midlands and Warwickshire

I am incredibly proud to be a Governor at Galton Valley and delighted to be a part of the team supporting our school philosophy to encourage children to have independency, enthusiasm for work and a sense of responsibility. 

Mrs N Aktar

                                                                      Co-Opted Governor

I have been a Parent Governor at Galton Valley Primary School since 2015 and now a Co-Opted Governor, currently the link governor for EYFS and H&S.

I bring my experience working within Real Estate Management to enable children to have a safe learning environment. I am also part of the Resources Committee, working closely with the Head Teacher and other stakeholders to ensure quality consistent teaching is delivered at the school, at the best value.

                                           S Lagaha

                                                                    SEND Governor

I have been a governor at Galton Valley since 2018, and have since adopted the role of SEND Governor and Staff Well-being Governor. I also work in CAMHS as a Children’s Psychological Well-being Practitioner, and I use my experience to ensure I promote positive emotional well-being and mental health outcomes for all children at Galton Valley.

                                                               Staff Governor​​​​​​

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