Alix and her family moved to St Wenn from Hong Kong in 2022. She was determined to be fully involved in the community and the school, and was passionate about being a governor which led her to be elected as the Chair of Governors in 2023. In her career, she has specialised in leadership development and organisational culture change. Over the last 17 years she has helped leaders and their teams in many different countries and industries to grow to be the best they can be and create happy, healthy, productive working environments. She is passionate about development of people. Working in adult learning has given her an even greater appreciation for teachers and education and the work they do to help children realise their true potential. She has already shared her skillsets in wellbeing, leadership and teamwork as well as facilitating the board.

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Alix has two young children, one of which attends St Wenn school. She loves music, dance, culture, as well as learning new pursuits, such as the incredible world of farming! 

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Alix initially joined the Board as an Associate member in July 2022 was appointed by the Governing Board as Parent Governor on 05.09.22 and then elected as Chair of Governors on 06.06.2023 and her term of office ends on 04.09.26

Grace joined St Wenn School in September 2021 as the new Head Teacher. 

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She has been teaching for 16 years across schools in Devon and Cornwall. She believes that all children should have the opportunity to develop academically whilst also having plentiful opportunities to develop socially and emotionally through sport, music and the wider curriculum.

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She is an advocate for developing independence and resilience within children whilst also building their confidence. 

As Ex-Officio, Grace sits on all Committees.

Michael was Co-opted by the Board on 26th November 2024 and his term of office will end on 25th November 2028.  Michael's eldest son joined St. Wenn school some years ago and has now been joined by a younger sibling.

Michael grew up in Cornwall and has two decades of experience as a Human Resources professional, supporting employee wellbeing and development in both large and family businesses with a keen interest in encouraging improvement. Michael has also worked with a number of local schools and colleges, motivated by the opportunity to inspire young people to fulfil their potential. 

Having two children currently attending the school, Sarah has a keen interest in the school and the local community. Having been the Chair for the Friends of St Wenn School Fundraising committee and helping to raise thousands of pounds for our amazing school, enabling to enrich the school lives of all the pupils, Sarah felt that having now joined the Governing Board she can take her input into the school a step further.

Sarah has years of experience within the education sector, and currently works as a Lecturer at The Cornwall College Group. Within this, she has gained many skills that will help in the role of Governor including how educational systems work, OFSTED, curriculum development and planning, safeguarding, PREVENT and pastoral support to name a few! 

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Sarah truly believes that every child - no matter what their ability or where their interests lie – should have access to the best education possible and individual talents and interests should be nurtured. All children should have a truly safe and inclusive learning journey. With this in mind, Sarah has a particular passion for Safeguarding and pastoral support and identifying any barriers that a child may have to learning. Supporting and giving children the tools to overcome barriers has a big impact on later life. Sarah is looking forward to working with fellow board members, parents, and staff of the school.  Sarah's term of office started 26.11.2024 and runs until 25.11.2028

Sarah is the Y1/Y2 teacher at St Wenn School. She trained as a teacher at University College of Ripon and York St John, specialising in nursery and lower primary education with English Literature. Sarah returned to Cornwall (having been born and bred in West Cornwall) and began her teaching career at Otterham School. Starting in my role at St Wenn in May 2014, she is delighted to be able to serve as the staff governor. Sarah has 8 children, 2 of whom spent their Key Stage 2 years at St Wenn, so she has been a parent at the school as well as a teacher. In my spare time (!) I enjoy exploring the South West Coast path, gardening and reading.

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Sarah was elected by staff to the Board as Staff Governor following the resignation of Kevin Beer.  Her Term of Office starts 05.09.22 - 04.09.26. 

Having grown up nearby in Ruthernbridge and now with two small children attending St Wenn, James is keen to be involved with the school and to support the wider community. 

James has been a press and commercial photographer since 2006. This has given him a breadth of experiences across many contrasting areas of society.  James plans to encourage and volunteer for school programs which will help the children to be robust, healthy and independent. He has a particular hope that young people at St Wenn continue to take part in lots of outdoor pursuits and physical activities so that they can make the most of the rural location of the school and pursue wholesome and fulfilling experiences in the years to come.  

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James was an Associate Governor until 01.02.23 before becoming a Co-opted Governor from 02.02.23.  His term ends on 01.02.27

Jeannie relocated to this beautiful part of the world eighteen months ago from Hampshire with her husband and son. She has been a class teacher throughout the primary phase for forty years and loved every day of her career and recognised what a privilege and responsibility it has been. Jeannie is particularly interested in Early Years, music and outdoor learning.

When visiting St Wenn, Jeannie was immediately struck with the friendly atmosphere and how it has a very similar ethos to her school in Hampshire – also a small village school in the heart of the community.

Having been a governor twice - as a staff member and then as a parent governor in her local secondary school, Jeannie is looking forward to using her teaching experience as part of the governing board to support St Wenn School and become part of its community.

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In her spare time she enjoys exploring the many footpaths of Cornwall, singing, playing the piano, and spending time with family.

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Jeannie's term of office started on 11.12.22 - 10.12.26 having been an Associate Member from 04.07.22.

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Stephen Chidgey started his career with Polaroid UK specialising in the deployment of instant photography in Science, medicine, research and industry. 

 

He then moved to REW Video part of the then Thorn EMI company where he was Communications Manager in the broadcast television equipment division. He went on to join newly formed AVS Broadcast where he was International sales Manager. The Company developed and manufactured leading edge standards conversion equipment. This won an Emmy Award for technology and the company went on to win Queens Awards for Industry again for technology and then again for exports. 

 

Stephen became Managing Director of AVS Broadcast Group – part of Avesco Plc.

 

Since those companies were sold off Stephen was General Manager & Director of AVS Graphics and  was on the board of Omnibus Systems. The world leader in TV station automation and 24 hour news playout control. 

 

Since that company was sold Stephen returned to Cornwall where he runs Old Barn Tregonetha. An eco-make over was completed in 2013 and was a bronze finalist in the Cornwall Sustainability Awards.  He then went onto win an unconditional place at CAT –

Centre for Alternative Technology – University of East London to study for an MSc in Renewable Energy & Sustainable Build Design. 

 

Stephen now sits on the Board of Truro Diocese Advisory Committee for renewables and sustainability. 

 

Old Barn Tregonetha has won Gold in the Cornwall and South West Tourism Awards back to back for the last 2 years – 2016-17 / 2017-18 and was delighted to win Silver – Sustainable Tourism – Cornwall 2017-18 & Bronze for same at South West Awards 2018. 

 

In November 2020 Stephen was granted a Civic Award from Cornwall Council for services to the Community.

 

In Autumn 2018 Stephen was invited to join the board at Premier Cottages and was voted on as Recruitment Director at the AGM in October. 

 

Stephen is passionate about quality and customer service not just in his own business, but sharing and motivating others involved in tourism most recently in 2025 winning A Visit England / AA Rose Award for excellent customer service.  

Stephen was elected to the Board to serve as a Partnership Governor for a term of 4 years  from 4.02.25 to 3.02.29

​As a parent of two children at the school, I love the school's strong sense of community, its focus and availability of outdoor learning and the nurturing environment offered by its small class sizes.

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Professionally, I’ve spent over a decade working in business change and transformation, particularly supporting local government in improving the way they work and supporting staff and customers manage the changes. I bring experience in project delivery, change management, coaching, and collaborative leadership. I take great satisfaction from helping organisations thrive even with limited resources.

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Outside of work I’ve passion for travel, music and pretty much any sport that’s on offer, although admittedly, rugby, surfing and snowboarding are undeniably my favourites.  Any excuse to be outdoors. I have also volunteered with local charities and served as a reservist in the RAF.

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As a parent governor, I want to support the school in continuing the great work it already does, and help it grow in ways that matter to the children, staff, and fellow parents. I believe education is about more than academic achievement — it's about helping children become confident, curious, and well-rounded individuals with the ability to pursue the things they love.

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I hope to act as a constructive, approachable voice for parents and play a meaningful role in ensuring our school continues to be a place where all children can flourish.

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Joe was elected to the Board by parents to serve as the Parent Governor for 4 years from 15.11.2024 to 14.11.28.

Nick joined St Wenn in October 2025, replacing the previous Clerk Kristy Hurrell. Nick is fully responsible for pre and post meeting information to the Governing Board and governance on the school website.  She can be contacted via email: clerk@st-wenn.cornwall.sch.uk