Daniel Cuttell

I am a Parent Governor at KSPA with a linked responsibility for Pupil Premium. I have two children currently attending the school and am passionate about helping to ensure they and all pupils at KSPA experience an ambitious, rewarding curriculum. I have worked in the education sector for 18 years, for an organisation that provides educational resources, qualifications and training to schools in the UK. This has involved working closely with a wide range of schools across the Primary and Secondary age ranges, to understand the challenges they face and how such schools can best be supported. In that time I have also worked closely with a number of key organisations in education, including Ofsted, the Department for Education and Ofqual. More recently, I now lead the team responsible for developing and delivering GCSE and A Level English qualifications and examinations in schools in England.

Megan Bates

I joined King's Sutton Primary in 2023 after previously working at a range of different sized schools. I have worked across all year groups over the past few years which has given me a wealth of experience in understanding the needs of the pupils. My previous career as a photographer has allowed me to bring a knowledge and understanding of technology, which I use in my leadership of computing and science at King's Sutton Primary. My other great passion is history and I enjoy recounting past events and discussing the lessons we can learn from looking in our own British history, alongside world history.  I value the opportunity to be part of children's lives and help shape their futures. My role as staff governor enables me to do the same for our small, hard-working but friendly school. As a teacher, I feel rewarded by my governor role as the children here deserve nothing but the best I can give. 

Natalie Wilson - Chair of Governors

With 16 years of teaching experience in various independent schools across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, I am deeply committed to fostering an educational environment where teaching is challenging, engaging, and supportive for all students. My goal is to create a classroom that is a positive, inclusive space with high yet realistic expectations tailored to each child’s unique learning needs. I have a Master of Science in Teaching and Learning, with my research focusing on the benefits of a learning through enquiry approach to geography.  I also have an NPQ in Senior Leadership, in which I focused on how to implement effective CPD and SEND provision for students within the classroom.

For the past five years, I have served as Head of Geography, and starting September 2024, I will assume the role of Assistant Head of Teaching, Learning, and Enrichment. As Head of Geography has been marked by significant achievements, including unifying the department with a shared teaching approach that meets individual student needs, raising examination results, and revitalizing fieldwork and outdoor learning experiences across all school phases.

A passionate advocate for technology in education, I have developed and implemented a comprehensive whole-school CPD strategy. This strategy emphasises coaching to identify development areas and encourages staff collaboration in CPD delivery. A notable initiative under this strategy has been the introduction of a rolling carousel of staff training sessions focused on the effective use of technology in the classroom.

I have played a pivotal role in working across the Stowe group, where I developed the 'Stowe Stretch Programme' for pupils with higher learning potential. This program offers a diverse range of lecture and seminar-style workshops designed to promote critical thinking and intellectual exploration. Additionally, I designed and implemented the Scholars Future Ready Programme for Year 8 students. This initiative includes the introduction of the iPQ and offers bespoke topics across various subjects. The program also features a tailored scholarship exploration week, providing scholars with opportunities to explore work experience in fields such as finance, art, and social enterprise.

As a Governor for King's Sutton Primary Academy, I am eager to bring my extensive experience, innovative mindset, and unwavering commitment to educational excellence to the School. I am committed to supporting every student in realising their full potential and contributing to the continued success and growth of King's Sutton Primary Academy.

Emily Templeman

My background is in the Arts. I worked as an Actor in Theatre, Television and Radio for 20 years and co-founded and led an International Theatre Company. Alongside performing I also taught Movement, Devising and Acting in London Drama Schools, facilitated workshops for the National Theatre Education Department and worked with younger children in schools as a Speech and Drama Tutor. The creative process is about pushing boundaries and exceeding expectations. It’s about presenting your own ideas, listening to the views of others and compromising in order to find a unified voice - all skills I hope to employ as a parent governor. My career in the arts has taught me much about diversity and inclusion, and since our son’s ASD diagnosis 2 years ago, these words have taken on a whole new level of importance in our lives. Where others have not, KSPA has wholeheartedly embraced our son and his differences. As a parent governor, I hope to aid the school in their continuing efforts to provide a supportive, nurturing environment where individual strengths and successes are recognised and where each and every child feels valued, respected and included.

Susan Kirby

I moved to Kings Sutton to be near family in November 2024, along with my husband Michael. We have a family dog called Ollie.

I am a highly experienced, compassionate, and reliable professional with over 40 years of continuous work supporting children, young people, vulnerable adults, and families.

My career spans a variety of roles, including Deputy Manager within a residential children’s home in Manchester, supporting children aged 2–16 who were unable to live with their families for various reasons. I have experience supporting young people who have dealt with grooming and involvement in County Lines. I have supported them by acting as their Appropriate Adult when required, working alongside other professionals. I was also a Registered Manager of a supported home in Blackburn, supporting young mothers with their child or children from birth to five years. I have the ability to reach hard-to-reach children, young people, and families while achieving the best outcomes. I have also worked as a Deputy Manager within a respite home, caring for young people aged 7–18 coping with various disabilities.

I believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion are paramount for all, especially children, and I actively promote the voice of the child. I also have personal experience of caring for a young child with a terminal illness, coping with cystic fibrosis, and supporting young people living with autism and ADHD. I am passionate about ensuring all children are included and fully supported to reach their individual potential.

My most recent role, spanning 11 years, was within two primary schools as part of the safeguarding team. My role included working within the pastoral team, supporting children on a one-to-one basis, assisting parents with care plans, engaging in meetings, and supporting them in completing various government forms such as DLA and Blue Badge applications. I recognise how overwhelming these processes can be for parents facing daily challenges. I have working knowledge of, and experience in, Ofsted inspections, including developing action plans both prior to visits and in response to outcomes. I have participated in Core Groups and Child Protection Case Conferences, sharing information and contributing to multi-agency decision-making in line with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). I bring a calm, nurturing, and patient approach. I am particularly skilled in supporting children’s emotional wellbeing, building trusting relationships with families, and working collaboratively within staff teams, while demonstrating creative thinking around improving school attendance and supporting parents and the wider community.

In my voluntary role of 14 years as Safeguarding Lead at a local church in Warrington, I was responsible for robust safeguarding policies and DBS application processes for church wardens and all volunteers, while remaining accountable to the Diocese of Liverpool. I also led the local church/school youth club for young people aged 7–15. I was honoured to receive recognition through the Warrington Schools’ Award, including the Judges’ Special Achievement Award, for my work within the local and broader community supporting children and families in need.

I feel my skills and life experience will enhance my role as a Community Governor at King's Sutton Academy Primary School.