James started out as a parent governor back in 2008 and became Chair of Governors soon after in 2010, throughout this length of voluntary service acting to provide leadership support and strategic direction within the school community, working with the Senior leadership team to ensure all pupils have the opportunity to reach their full potential, and all staff are provided with the resources to ensure Baginton Fields continues to offer a safe and welcoming environment and learning experiences to our school community.   

James has worked in commercial business functions across a wide range of engineering and high technology industries including Automotive, Rail and Aerospace which allows his experience in commercial finance and business strategy to be shared with the BFA SLT & Governing Body.

The Governing body team draws experienced professionals spanning education, local community government, children’s healthcare, business, some of whom are parents and James says this provides a bench strength of wide experience and diversity that can challenge the SLT to continually strive for excellence.

Emily is a Director at Lloyds Banking Group, where she manages a portfolio of financial institutions within the Commercial Banking division. With 11 years of banking experience in various roles, primarily within the Commercial division, Emily has been instrumental in supporting the banking needs of both UK and international corporates and institutions. Her cross-sector experience in the finance sector has enabled her to collaborate with a diverse range of businesses and individuals, helping them achieve their growth ambitions.

Emily has honed her leadership capabilities, making strategic decisions and managing complex projects under tight deadlines. She is able to navigate and lead in high-pressure environments to deliver results. 

Before joining Lloyds, Emily was training to be a secondary school English teacher. She has been a governor at Baginton Fields for 7 years, committed to education and community service. Emily is passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential and enjoys mentoring college and sixth form students.

Emily lives in Coventry with her husband and two young daughters.

Kat is a parent of 5 children, one of which attends Baginton Fields academy. Kat used to work in SEND provisions in and around coventry specialising in ASC, ADHD and communication for 5 years and later in behaviour management and mental health intervention. Kat stopped working in schools to become a foster carer for children with additional needs and is passionate about advocating for children and helping them to find a way to live their best lives.

Helen has been a governor for many years.  Initially, a parent governor for the duration of her child’s time at Baginton and now a co-opted governor.  Helen is currently employed by the Local Authority and is committed to supporting positive outcomes for all children and young people.  Helen is extremely proud of Baginton Fields Academy and the opportunities that are provided to students to ensure that they reach their full potential.

John is a retired Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon working at the Coventry & Warwickshire Hospital between 1976 and 2005. During this time, John had an association with Baginton Fields and  conducted regular outpatients clinics there looking after the youngsters with physical disabilities. So he has been associated with the academy (initially a school) off and on for almost 50 years. John joined the Rotary Organisation in 2007 and thanks to Dr Geoff Lockett who was a Club Member, was encouraged to become a school  Governor and once again became involved with the Academy. John is pleased that the Rotary Club of Coventry Phoenix has been able to support Baginton Fields in many ways and with some exciting projects which hopefully will continue.

Ken has lived in Covetry since 1974 having  moved here from London where he was born and educated. His working life was spent in the food industry in sales and marketing roles.

Ken  was elected as a Coventry City Councillor in 1986 and spent some 33 years in various roles and was leader of the Council for 6 years leaving the council in 2020.

Ken has a strong belief that we should all be helping support each other particularly those who are less able for whatever reason.

He has been a member of the Baginton Fields governing body since 1986 trying to ensure that the students at the school receive the best possible education.

Ken received an OBE from the Queen in 2010 for his work in local government which he is very honoured to have been awarded.

Deborah was employed as a teacher and a science lead some years ago at Baginton Fields When she moved to a different school she wanted to keep in touch with and became a local governor since 2021. Deborah is a qualified SENDco.

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