The Bec Trust
Governing Body Committee Structure
Trust Members
Mr Ron Huggett
Mr Cristopher Kinch
Miss Fiona Smith
Mrs Esther Janalli-Brown
Mr Simon Trehearn
Governing Body
Chair: Mrs Esther Janalli-Brown
Education Committee (A)
Chair: Ms Niki Letts
Audit & General Purposes (B)
Chair: Mr Mark Flannery
Pay Commitee (C)
Chair: Mrs Esther Janalli-Brown
Functions of the Trust Members
Members are custodians of the governance of the Trust. They are independent of the Governing Body and their role is to provide oversight and challenge.
Functions of the Full Governing Body
The Governing Body is responsible for setting the Academy’s Ethos, Vision and Strategy. It uses the services of the following committees:
The Education Committee has two key responsibilities relating to Teaching and Learning and Pastoral matters, each divided into distinct categories.
- Teaching and Learning: Curriculum; Academy Improvement Plan; Departmental Audits/Reviews; Lesson Observations; Target Setting/Key Performance Indicators/Trends; Inspections
- Pastoral: Admissions; Trips and Excursions; Discipline; Exclusions; Attendance; Safeguarding; Child Protection; Community Outreach; Parental Links; Primary Transfer
The Audit & General Purposes Committee has responsibility for External Audit matters comprising:
- Analysis of Audits; Appointment of External Auditors; Risk Management.
- Key responsibilities relating to Finances, Premises and HR, each divided into district categories.
- Finances: Financial Control and Budgets; Marketing; Fundraising; Procurement; Legal issues.
- Premises: Health and Safety; Maintenance; New Building
- HR: Appointment of Principal/SLT; Pay Policy and Remuneration; Staff Discipline; Grievances and Complaints; Appraisals/Performance Management and Capability.
The Pay Committee has responsibility for Staff Performance Reviews and Setting Salaries.
Members and Governors
Members and Governors of The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy – The Bec Trust, including those recently resigned within the last 12 months.
| Name | Position | Committees | Date Appointed | Term of Office | Date Ended | Declared Interest1 | Other Governorships | Attendance record academic year 2024/2025 | Attendance record academic year 2023/2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wright; Sister Felicé | Trust Member | 12.07.2019 | 21.09.23 | 0/0 | 0/1 | ||||
| Huggett; Mr Ron | Trust Member | 12.07.2019 | 2/2 | 2/2 | |||||
| Kinch; Mr Christopher | Trust Member | 22.08.2014 & 22.02.2018 & 12.07.2019 | 2/2 | 2/2 | |||||
| Smith; Miss Fiona | Trust Member | 13.12.2023 | 2/2 | 1/1 | |||||
| Ozah; Mrs Gerrie | Trust Member Previously Trust Governor |
A (Chair) | 18.12.2014 & 18.12.2018 & 18.12.2022 | None | Member of the Academy Council: Beulah Nursery and Infant School (Pegasus Trust) Chair Board of Trustees Croydon Neighbourhood Care Association Director of South Norwood and Woodside Neighbourhood Care |
1/1 | 5/7 | ||
| Buckland; Mr Alan | Chair of Board of Governors; Trust Governor | B, C | 13.04.2017 & 13.04.2021 | 4 years | None | Governor of Coloma Convent Girls School | 12/12 | 12/12 | |
| Trehearn; Mr Simon | Principal & Accounting Officer | A, B, C (in attendance) | 01.09.2021 | Whilst in post | None | 12/12 | 12/12 | ||
| Geoghegan; Mrs Deirdre | Trust Governor | A (Chair) | 27.06.2019 & 27.06.2023 | 4 years | None | 5/7 | 6/7 | ||
| Mills; Mr Daniel | Trust Governor | 21.12.2021 | 4 Years | None | 1/4 | 4/4 | |||
| Flannery; Mr Mark | Trust Governor | 21.12.2021 | 4 Years | None | 4/4 | 4/4 | |||
| Kimbugwe; Thulani | Staff Governor | A | Dec 2023 | 4 years | None | 7/7 | 5/5 | ||
| Janalli-Brown; Miss Esther | Trust Governor Previous Trust Member |
Dec 2023 Nov 2020 |
Dec 2023 | 7/7 | 5/5 | ||||
| Letts; Ms Niki | Parent Governor | A, B | 01.12.2022 | 4 years | None | 10/10 | 9/10 | ||
| Muskett-Green; Ms Sarah-Jane | Trust Governor | B | 01.03.2023 | 4 years | None | 10/10 | 3/7 | ||
| Davis; Miss Caroline | Parent Governor | B | 11.12.2024 | 4 years | None | 5/5 | N/A | ||
| Williams, Mr Justin | Parent Governor | A | 26.03.2025 | 4 years | None | Director/Founder of Mentorvation CIC | 3/3 | N/A |
Specific Governor responsibilities/links
| Name | Responsibilities | Committees | Link Curriculum areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janalli-Brown, Mrs Esther | Chair of the Governing Board | FGB; Education; Pay; Members | MFL; Nursery; Creative and Performing Arts (CPA) |
| Davis, Miss Caroline | Parent Governor | FGB; Audit/Finance/General Purposes | SEND; Science |
| Flannery, Mr Mark | Chair of Audit/Finance/GP Governor | FGB; Audit/Finance/General Purposes; Pay | Humanities; Maths and Computing; English and Literacy |
| Kimbugwe, Ms Thulani | Staff Governor | FGB; Education | N/A |
| Letts, Ms Niki | Chair of Education Committee; Safeguarding Governor; Parent Governor | FGB; Audit/Finance/General Purposes; Education | Safeguarding; Careers; Communication; KS3 & KS4 |
| Mills, Mr Daniel | Diversity and Inclusion Governor | FGB; Education | Technology; Sport and PE; EDI |
| Muskett-Green, Ms Sarah-Jane | Audit/Finance/GP Governor | FGB; Audit/Finance/General Purposes | Operations; Health and Safety |
| Williams, Mr Justin | Parent Governor | FGB; Education | Social Media; Cyber Safety; PSHE |
| Huggett, Mr Ronald | Member | ||
| Kinch, Mr Chris | Member | ||
| Smith, Miss Fiona | Member | ||
| Ozah, Ms Gerrie | Member | ||
| Trehearn, Mr Simon | Principal | ||
| Atkinson, Mrs Jayne | Clerk to the Governors | ||
| Dervin, Mr Matthew | Director of Finance |
Recent ex-Governors
| Name | Position | Committees | Date Appointed | Term of Office | Date ended | Declared Interest1 | Other Governorships |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hansom; Miss Olivia | Staff Governor | A | 10.12.2019 | 4 years | 31.08.2020 | None | |
| Morley; Mr Matt | Trust Governor | B | 12.12.2016 | 4 years | 31.12.2020 | Work for the Regional School Commissioner for the South East and South London | |
| Kinch; Mr Christopher | Chair of Board of Governors - Trust Governor | B, C (Chair) | 22/08/2014 & 22/02/2018 & 12/07/2019 | 31.12.2020 | None | ||
| del Rio; Mr Michael | Principal & Accounting Officer | A, B (in attendance) | 22.08.2014 | While in post | 31.08.2021 | None | |
| Warne; Mr Keith | Parent Governor | A, B (Vice Chair) | 10.12.2019 | 4 years | 31.08.2022 | None | |
| Nareshkumar; MsVijitha | Parent Governor | A | 10.12.2019 | 4 years | 31.08.2022 | None | |
| Josephs; Mr Johnoi | Staff Governor | A | June 2022 | 4 Years | 31.08.2023 | None | |
| Wright; Sister Felicé | Trust Member | A | 12.07.2019 | 21.09.2023 | None | ||
| Campbell; Ms Natasha | Parent Governor | A | 24.03.2023 | 4 years | Dec 2023 | None | |
| Smith; Miss Fiona | Chair of Board of Governors; Trust Governor | 18.12.2014 & 18.12.2018 | 4 years | Dec 2023 | None |
Footnote 1: Declared material interest may be business related, pecuniary or through a relationship with another governor or member of staff.
Appointing Body:
- Trustee Governors – appointed by Trust Members – The Bec Trust
- Staff Governor – appointed by Governing Body
- Parent Governors – elected by parents
- Principal – ex officio Governors
- Co-opted Governors – appointed by the Governing Body
Who are your Governors...
Simon Trehearn
My name is Simon Trehearn. I have been a governor since being appointed as the Principal of the Academy in September 2021. I began my teaching career in 1998 and, other than two years teaching in Melbourne, Australia, I have always taught in south London. My subject is mathematics and I have taught all ages (11 – 18) and all abilities, sharing my passion for the patterns and relationships found in numbers.
I am very proud to be part of “Team TALA” and love the job I do; working hard to secure the very best outcomes for our students.
Esther Janalli-Brown
My name is Esther Janalli-Brown and I have been a governor since December 2023. For three years prior to this I was a trustee for the Academy Trust. I am a Solicitor specialising in Private Client matters.
I have three daughters all of secondary school age at other local schools. I have a great interest in education and believe that education and aspiration are key to future success. I know my professional experience and enthusiasm will help in my role as governor.
In my spare time I like walking, reading and spending time with my family.
Daniel Mills
My name is Daniel Mills. As a former pupil of the school, I was delighted to join the governing board in January 2022. Having grown up in the local area, I understand the challenges and barriers that young people can face. I am a former professional footballer, but now work as an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) consultant. I lead the governing board on ED&I issues.
When I have time to spare, I like to chill out, relax and enjoy a good film or TV series.
Mark Flannery
My name is Mark Flannery. I have been a member of the Governing Board since May 2022. My day job is as one of the directors of an independent firm of financial advisers based in central and south London. I bring my professional experience to the Audit and General Purposes Committee of which I am a member, ensuring that the Academy’s finances are managed efficiently.
In my leisure time, I enjoy travelling and sports. Once a keen footballer, I have swapped playing for attending local matches as a Crystal Palace season ticket holder.
Niki Letts
My name is Niki Letts. I was appointed as a Parent Governor in December 2022. I have three children at the Academy, so I have a good understanding of students’ experiences throughout their time at the school. I am a local resident and active in the community. I have a particular interest in student well-being and in championing children so that they can achieve their full potential.
When I have time to spare, I enjoy reading, especially about different cultures, their history and cuisines. I also enjoy sewing.
Sarah-Jane Muskett-Green
My name is Sarah-Jane Muskett and I have been a governor since early 2023. I have considerable experience in leading change and improving support services and operations for a variety of professional services organisations. I am currently working at a law firm in the West End. As I write this biography the governor role is new to me and I am very much looking forward to working with the governors, the Principal and staff in order to make The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy the best it can be.
Croydon as a community is important to me, as I have lived here for a number of years. Outside work, I love to socialise with friends and really enjoy travelling (visiting family and friends dotted around the world), shopping, dining out and spending time with my husband and our two lovely cats.
Thulani Kimbugwe
My name is Thulani Kimbugwe and I have been a Staff Governor since December 2023. I have taught at The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy since 2019, with current role of Team Leader of Humanities and PSHE Coordinator, with a specialism in History. I am passionate about using my knowledge of the school and relationships with my colleagues as their voice as a governor and share the goal of ensuring the perspective of teachers and the day-to-day running of the school is heard.
When I have time to spare, I enjoy reading, writing fiction and spending time in the outdoors.
Justin Williams
My name is Justin Williams I was appointed as a parent governor in 2024. My son currently attends the school and is in Year 10. I have worked in secondary education for 25 years, which has given me a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities schools face. I wanted to join the governing body to play an active role in supporting the school and helping every student reach their full potential.
I’m particularly interested in education and promoting the schools outstanding achievements. I am committed to ensuring that parents’ voices are heard in school decisions and that the school continues to provide a positive, inclusive environment for all students.
Caroline Davis
Hi my name is Caroline Davis and have recently been appointed parent governor for the Archbishop Lanfranc Academy in December 2024. I have 3 children attending the school and would like to think I have a good knowledge of the school and school life. I like to get involved and support the children and school as much as I can. I that I am easily approachable and willing to listen to children, parents and staff so, as one, we can make our children’s education the best it can be and for all our children to reach their full potential.
In my spare time I like to enjoy a good book and listening to music. I’m looking forward to fulfilling my role and seeing what the future holds for The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy.
The Chair of Governors, Alan Buckland, can be contacted by emailing the Clerk to the Governors, Jayne Atkinson at JaAtkinson@lanfranc.org.uk