Mrs Vanessa Savill

Mrs Savill has worked at Lilleshall Primary School since 2000 and is the lead for Early Years and Key Stage 1.  She is also SENCO. She supports and develops the work of these teams within school and also leads phonics, EYFS and assessment developments in school, monitoring and evaluating impact. She also works for the Local Authority as a Specialist Leader in Education supporting schools and leading professional development meetings for other Foundation Stage teachers.

Staff Governor

Appointment Date: 1 September 2010. Re-elected 13th November 2018

Appointed by School Staff

Term of Office End Date: 3 December 2027

Mr Barry Talbot

I joined the Governing Body in 2018 and sit on the Finance and Health & Safety Committee.  I have always lived in and around the area and we moved into the village in 2015 primarily to secure a place for our daughters to the school.  I am a qualified accountant and will hopefully use my experience and knowledge to effectively help the Governing Body.

Parent Governor

Appointment Date: 10 January 2018, Re-elected  July 2022.

Appointed by Parents

Term of Office End Date: 17 July 2026

Mrs Kim Platford

I have been a Governor at Lilleshall Primary School since Novermber 2010 initially as a parent governor and now as a community governor. Both my children attended Lilleshall Primary School and they both thoroughly enjoyed their time there. I currently teach at a Pupil Referral Unit for students with medical needs in Wolverhampton and prior to that I have been a SENCo as well as teaching PE for more years than I care to remember!  My role at Lilleshall  includes being the Link Governor for vulnerable groups and PE.

Co-opted Governor

Mrs Heidi Wroe

I have lived in Lilleshall for around 14 years and have two children at the school. For over 13 years I have worked as a specialist conflict management / personal safety trainer and work nationally to help teams deal with behavioural conflict and physical intervention scenarios. I specialise in EYFS and Primary settings. Prior to this I worked as a Creative Director for many years. I hope to bring a variety of skills to assist the SLT in maintaining the high calibre of our school. 

Parent Governor

Appointed Date: 01 February 2022

Appointed by Parents

Term of Office End Date: 5 April 2026

Mrs Caroline Giles

I am privileged to have the opportunity to be a Co-opted Governor at Lilleshall Primary School. My husband and I have lived within the local area for nine years and our two children attend the school. I currently work part time in a neighbouring county as a teacher in Early Years with experience of teaching in KS1 and have been SENDCo for six years. This experience has demonstrated to me the excitement children have for learning and the importance of this passion being continued throughout the rest of their schooling, regardless of abilities. As link Governor for Progress, Achievement and Behaviour, I look forward to working with the team at Lilleshall to continue this journey for all children and to be part of developing what this amazing school has to offer.

When I’m not working and enjoying family life, I like running and have just booked my first ever marathon for next year!

Parent Governor

Appointed date: 18th October 2022

Appointed by Governors

Term of office end date: 30th November 2026

Miss Sian Skelton

Having been visiting Lilleshall Primary School in a work capacity since 2011 I am delighted to have joined as a school Governor in October 2022.

I have worked in Road Safety most of my working career and currently hold the role of Principal Road Safety Education Officer at Telford & Wrekin Council. I will be using my experience in education to support the Behaviour, Achievement and Progress Committee.

I have always thoroughly enjoyed delivering workshops and initiatives to the pupils of Lilleshall Primary School and it’s clear to see that the children thrive under the warm and inspiring leadership of the teaching staff.

Outside of work I am a keen Crown Green Bowler playing in various local leagues along with representing Shropshire County.

Local Authority Governor

Appointed date:10th October 2022

Appointed by School staff

Term of office end date: 20th October 2026

Mrs Victoria Tait

I’m proud to be a governor at Lilleshall School. Having relocated to the area when my eldest son was in Year 2, we were fortunate to secure a place for him. As a family, we were welcomed into the Lilleshall community and have been bowled over by the quality of the teaching and supportive learning environment. I now have both boys in the school and look forward to using my experience managing a team in the private sector and previous experience as a school governor to Lilleshall.  

Co-opted Governor

Appointed date: 27th September 2024

Appointed by Governors

Term of office end date: 27th September 2028

Mrs Cheryl Grass

Our family have lived in Lilleshall since 2007, and I began my journey as a Parent Governor at the school in 2013. My role has evolved over time, and I am now engaged as a Co-opted Governor, with a focus on supporting the development of the school curriculum.

I have worked in an adult education environment for over 30 years and passionately believe that if every child is given the opportunity to thrive and succeed right from the first day in early years education, they will thrive and succeed throughout their lifelong learning journey.