Governors

Dr Kate Coleman

Chair of Governors

I became a Community Governor in Autumn 2020. I love living in Undy and I wanted to play a part in ensuring the success of Undy Primary School, because I believe a thriving primary school is a benefit obviously to its pupils but also the wider community. I am passionate about ensuring that all children receive a wide-ranging education that raises their aspirations, offers them opportunities, and celebrates diversity and inclusion. In particular, I am keen to champion music education and supported access to instruments and lessons. I have thoroughly enjoyed the last 2 years, it has been very rewarding and I look forward to attending more events with the staff and children over the coming academic year.

Buildings and Finance Governor .

Mr James Tuhey

Vice Chair

I have been a parent at Undy Primary since 2018 and a Parent Governor since December 2019. I am an engineer by profession, and a serving officer in the Royal Navy Submarine Service. I am a STEM Ambassador, and I have supported engineering and science education projects in schools in the Monmouthshire area for the last three years. I’m really excited to be part of the Undy Primary team and want to see the school continue to build on the strong reputation it has established, to grow and nurture our children and to shape their future for the better.

Armed Forces Children  Governor

Closing The Gap Governor

Mrs Neeta Baicher

Community Governors

I qualified with a Diploma in Social Work and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration.  I also have a Post Graduate Certificate in Counselling Skills.  I now  work independently and serve as a Justice of Peace, Community Councillor, vice chair for  SACRE Newport, Director of BASW on the UK Council and Chair of BASW Cymru since 2018. 

My work involves dealing with Equality & Diversity issues, which includes training and working to empower women. I speak Punjabi and Hindi.

Mr Jason Anderson

Community Governor

Hello, I’m Jason and I was appointed a Local Education Authority Governor in December 2019.  I am a father of three and have worked in Financial Services/IT for 30 years, the last 6 years as an Analyst Developer (Computer Programmer/Data Analyst).

As a former Youth Marching Band musician (I started playing the trumpet at the age of 6), and Judo Coach for 4 to 16 year olds, I am acutely aware of the importance of physical and mental wellbeing and discipline for a young persons’ development, and I’m keen to encourage and promote all activity to support this.

Having undertaken industry recognised training in Cyber Crime/Security and Bullying, I look forward to supporting and guiding the children’s interaction with technology, and educate on the strengths and risks associated with it.

Buildings and Finance Governor

Mr Achmad Evans 

Parent Governor

“I became a parent governor in 2022 as a way of being directly involved in supporting the school and giving something back. Although it has only been one term for me, it has been an eye opener and I really look forward to engaging with the school and staff in what will continue to be challenging times.

The school has held several school events this year and, as a parent and governor, it has been great once again to be involved with school activities as we come out of the pandemic. One of the activities which stands out was the brilliant opportunity to play the role of a football manager (on a cold sunny afternoon in Caldicot) as we took part in a football tournament with primary schools across Monmouthshire. It was a pleasure and privilege to see the pupils from Undy Primary represent the school so well.”

CLA/ Young Carers' Governor

Mrs Lynsey Smith

LA Governor

I am a Local Authority Governor and have been on the governing board for a number of years.

 I am now retired having worked as an Admin. Secretary for 25 years at Undy Primary School. I enjoyed working at the school immensely, getting to know all the children and their parents. I was also privileged to know previous pupils coming back as parents

 I have many interests, including gardening, reading, travelling and crafts.  I am always very busy looking after my 6 grandchildren.

ALN Governor

Pupil Liaison Governor

Mrs Sarah Clarke

Parent Governor

Hi, my name is Sarah Clarke. As a new parent governor, I am enjoying learning about the school.There is a warm, welcoming ethos and the children are clearly at the heart of the school. I particularly enjoyed the assembly from Heddlu Bach, it was clear to see that the children are very proud of their responsibilities and their dedication is inspiring. I am looking forward to working as part of the governing body and I hope to offer positive contributions to support the school to continue to thrive. 

Child Protection/ Safeguarding Governor

Mrs Lisa Wilson

Staff Governor

Hi my name is Lisa Wilson and I’ve worked at Undy Primary since 2012.  I started off as a one to one teaching assistant which I loved, then Undy gave me the opportunity to progress and become a Higher Level Teaching Assistant which I’ve been doing since 2018.

I love my job and the people I work with, which certainly makes coming to work enjoyable.  I became a governor a couple of years ago for non-teaching staff and it gives me a great insight into how the school is run.  

Wellbeing Governor

Charis Brown

Parent Governor

I had wanted to be a parent governor for a few years but now felt like the right time. I have two children, one in year 5 here at Undy and one about to start her journey in Alphabets. 

I work in primary care within the NHS and am passionate about healthcare and ways in which this can feed into education and the school. 

John Crook

LA Governor 

I have lived in Undy all of my life attended the old Undy School. I have served on the Magor with Undy Commuinity Council for several years. I am now a County Councillor for Monmouth County Council & an LA Goverrnor at Undy Primary School.

Jon Mason

Parent Governor 

I've been a parent governor at Undy Primary for the last 3 years and a former student (a long time ago!). I have