The Bec Trust
The Academy Trust was incorporated in August 2014, in the name of The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy – Coloma Trust and commenced as an academy on 1st September 2014. The Academy Trust changed its name, to The Bec Trust on 21st March 2019, left the Coloma Trust and became a Single Academy Trust.
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy – The Bec Trust operates one secondary school, The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy (a secondary academy for pupils aged 11 to 16) and one nursery, The Archbishop Lanfranc Nursery (a childcare provision for children 0 to 4 years of age).
Governing Body Committee Structure
Trust Members
Mr Ron Huggett
Mr Cristopher Kinch
Miss Fiona Smith
Ms Gerrie Ozah
Governing Body
Chair: Mr Alan Buckland
Education Committee (A)
Chair: Miss D Geoghegan
Audit & General Purposes (B)
Chair: Mr Mark Flannery
Pay Commitee (C)
Chair: Mr Alan Buckland
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 of The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy – The Bec Trust, including those recently resigned within the last 12 months.
Members and Governors
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huggett; Mr Ron | Trust Member | 12.07.2019 | 1/2 | 2/2 | |||||
| Kinch; Mr Christopher | Trust Member | 22.08.2014 & 22.02.2018 & 12.07.2019 | 1/2 | 2/2 | |||||
| Smith; Miss Fiona | Trust Member | 13.12.2023 | 1/2 | 1/1 | |||||
| Ozah; Mrs Gerrie | Trust Member | 18.09.2024 | None | Member of the Academy Council: Beulah Nursery and Infant School (Pegasus Trust) | 0/1 | N/A | |||
| Buckland; Mr Alan | Chair of Board of Governors; Trust Governor | B, C (Chair) | 13.04.2017 & 13.04.2021 | 4 years | None | Governor of Coloma Convent Girls School | 2/12 | 12/12 | |
| Trehearn; Mr Simon | Principal & Accounting Officer | A, B C (in attendance) | 01.09.2021 | Whilst in post | None | 2/12 | 12/12 | ||
| Ozah; Mrs Gerrie | Trust Governor | 18.12.2014 & 18.12.2018 & 18.12.2022 | 4 years | July 2024 | None | Member of the Academy Council: Beulah Nursery and Infant School (Pegasus Trust) | N/A | 6/7 | |
| Geoghegan; Mrs Deirdre | Trust Governor | A (Chair) | 27.06.2019 & 27.06.2023 | 4 years | None | 0/7 | 6/7 | ||
| Mills; Mr Daniel | Trust Governor | 21.12.2021 | 4 Years | None | 1/4 | 4/4 | |||
| Flannery; Mr Mark | Trust Governor | B (Chair) | June 2022 | 4 Years | None | 1/7 | 7/7 | ||
| Kimbugwe; Thulani | Staff Governor | A | Dec 2023 | 4 years | None | 1/7 | 5/5 | ||
| Janalli-Brown; Miss Esther | Trust Governor | C (Vice Chair) | Dec 2023 | 1/7 | 5/5 | ||||
| Letts; Ms Niki | Parent Governor | A (Vice Chair), B | 01.12.2022 | 4 years | None | 1/10 | 9/10 | ||
| Muskett-Green; Ms Sarah-Jane | Trust Governor | B | 01.03.2023 | 4 years | None | 1/7 | 3/7 | ||
| Davis; Miss Caroline | Parent Governor | B | 11.12.2024 | 4 years | None | 1/5 | N/A |
Specific Governor responsibilities/links
| Name | Responsibilities | Curriculum areas |
|---|---|---|
| Buckland; Mr Alan | Chair of the Board & SEND Governor | Maths, Computing and Science, KS3, SEND |
| Geoghegan; Mrs Deirdre | Safeguarding Governor | Nursery, Creative and Performing Arts, KS4 |
| Mills; Mr Daniel | Diversity and Inclusion Governor | Technology, Sport and PE, EDI |
| Flannery; Mr Mark | Audit and Finance Governor | Humanities, PSHE, English and Literacy |
| Letts; Ms Niki | Parent Governor | Careers, Communications, KS3/KS4 |
| Muskett-Green; Ms Sarah-Jane | Finance and General Purposes Governor | Operations, Health and Safety |
| Janalli-Brown, Mrs Esther | Trust Governor | MFL |
| Kimbugwe, Miss Thulani | Staff Governor |
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 | |
| Janalli-Brown; Miss Esther | Trust Member | 23.11.2020 | Dec 2023 | None | |||
| Smith; Miss Fiona | Chair of Board of Governors; Trust Governor | 18.12.2014 & 18.12.2018 | 4 years | Dec 2023 | None | ||
| Ozah; Mrs Gerrie | Trust Governor | A (Chair) | 18.12.2014 & 18.12.2018 & 18.12.2022 | 4 years | July 2024 | None | Member of the Academy Council: Beulah Nursery and Infant School (Pegasus Trust) |
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.
Alan Buckland
My name is Alan Buckland and I have been a governor since 2017. As a qualified actuary, I spent my working life advising on financial issues facing insurance companies. This gave me relevant experience that I am now able to use in my role as the Chair of the Audit and General Purposes Committee, which oversees the finances of the Academy. I am also the Vice-Chair of Governors.
In my leisure time I enjoy walking, listening to a wide range of music and going to concerts.
Deirdre Geoghegan
My name is Deirdre Geoghegan. I spent my career as a teacher of Food and Nutrition and Food Technology. I gained pastoral experience in my role as a Head of Year and Pastoral Manager. I am enthusiastic about helping young people achieve their potential and so was delighted to be appointed as a governor of the Academy in 2018. I sit on the Education Committee, and I have special responsibility for safeguarding.
In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog, singing in choirs, cooking, the theatre and travel.
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.
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.
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