Governors
Our School Governors
The governing body at Acorns plays a vital role in shaping the school’s vision, ensuring high standards of education, and advocating for the needs of all pupils. Our governors come from diverse backgrounds, including education, healthcare, and the local community, bringing valuable expertise to guide strategic decisions. Our parent governors are SEND experts bringing unique element to the governing body. They advocate for and promote pupil and family voice. The Governors work closely with school leaders to oversee policies, monitor progress, and promote a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can flourish. Dedicated to representing the voices of families and staff, our governors help drive continuous improvement and celebrate each pupil’s achievements.
Governors September 2025
Chair
Shaun Jukes c/o Acorns Primary School
Date Appointed 18/02/2002
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Vice Chair & Co-opted
Mandy Howarth
Date Appointed 14/07/2014
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Lea A
Co-opted Governors/L.A Representatives:
Barry Probin
Co-opted Governor
Date Appointed 27/10/2016
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Sylvia Crowder
Co-opted Governor
Date Appointed 06/07/2023
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Beverley Hennefer
Co-opted Governor
Date Appointed 10/07/2023
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Sian Miles
Co-opted Governor
Date Appointed 11/12/25
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Michelle Orrell
Co-opted Governor
Date Appointed 07/11/24
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Staff Representatives:
Sophie Martindale
Staff Governor
Date Appointed 01/01/2021
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Parent Representatives:
James Maguire
Parent / Carer Governor
Date Appointed 12/12/24
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Tasneem Zubair
Parent / Carer Governor
Date Appointed 03/02/25
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Lucy Dickinson
Parent / Carer Governor
Date Appointed 11/12/25
4 Year Term of Office
Appointed by Governing Body
Clerk to the Governing Body
Tracey Slater
Directorate for Children and Young People,
Lancaster Area Office
PO Box 606,
White Cross Education Centre,
Quarry Road
LAncaster
LA1 3SQ
We have no no associate governors appointed in school.
Governors Interests
Shaun Jukes
Other Governance Roles at Maple School and with Lancashire County Council's Education Advisory Team
Barry Probin
Other Governance Roles at Larches High School, and Catforth Community Primary School