Governor

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I have been a Governor of the school from August 2018 and as Chair of Governors from November 2021. I think the DPS is wonderful and I have been thoroughly enjoying the journey that the school is on.

I was brought up in the Middle East, and then Africa whilst I went to school back in the UK. My professional background has been in construction industry for all of my career, 30 years. I have worked in many countries including the Middle East, Africa and the Far East as well as the UK. I have also spent over 15 years lecturing and running MBA modules for business schools in the UK and also the Far East, and thoroughly enjoyed it.

I am now retired and keen to give back into society some of my experiences.

I've been a governor since September 2018 and have really enjoyed getting to know the lovely community at DPS since then. I was born in Hampshire but spent some of my childhood in East Africa eventually coming back to school in Winchester. I trained as an Architect and practiced in Devon and for HCC for 16 years before God asked me to serve him as a vicar! I was ordained in 2014 and came to be vicar in Hartley Wintney, Winchfield and Dogmersfield in 2017. I'm married to Vince, have 2 grown up children and a cheeky little dog called Finn. I love country walks, growing things in my garden, creating things with my hands and by being surprised by God! 

I have lived in Hartley Wintney for nearly 36 years, and we have raised our two sons in the village. I have been involved in many village organisations during this time and have loved living in such a wonderful community. I am a member of St John’s Church in Hartley Wintney and have been involved with the Bumps & Babies group for 10 years, leading it for the last 3 years.

I was appointed in September 2023 as a parent of two girls attending the school.

My background is in Higher Education, having worked in marketing and student recruitment, and more recently as an Exams Officer, currently at Farnborough Hill.

I am committed to ensuring that every child has an equal chance to make the most of the opportunities offered to them, to help them develop a lifelong passion for learning.

I am proud to be a part of the school’s highly supportive governors team and look forward to working closely with them and wider school community.

As a mum of one boy who attended Dogmersfield Primary School, I am passionate about creating opportunity for children in the area to receive excellent educational, pastoral and wrap around care. I hope to make sure school life gives them great memories, long lasting friendships and the best chance of success as an adult, including a healthy mind-set. I am a qualified Accountant currently working as a Finance manager in the corporate travel market. My work entails financial planning and analysis for the Technology function and Business partnering with the many project leaders and executives. I am keen to extend the skills I have gained from my working life into being a great governor.

I am the Local Authority Governor sitting on the board. I was appointment in July 2022. I am looking forward to working with the other governors in supporting the school in achieving high standards of education and helping the children reach their full potential.
My background is in the NHS where I worked as a physiotherapist.

Lauren Weeks - Foundation Governor

Having moved to the area last year, I have been keen to become involved in the local community and am excited to be appointed as a Governor to Dogmersfield Primary School. 

Prior to moving to Hartley Wintney, I was an Assistant Headteacher at a Primary School in London and have been teaching for 8 years, primarily in Key Stage Two. 

I now have two young children and a very energetic dog.  

I am passionate about education and ensuring that we are providing children with the best opportunities and experiences to ensure a life long love of learning. 

I am looking forward to working with the wonderful team at Dogmersfield Primary School.