Being a School Governor is a very important responsibility. The Governors work closely with the Headteacher to ensure that our children receive the best possible education. All of our governors are volunteers and therefore give up their time to help Green Gates become the best school it can. So, who are these people?
Mrs Hilary Love, Chair
Hello, my name is Hilary Love and I am currently the Chair of Governors at Green Gates. I have been a Governor for six years and have been privileged to be Chair for the last four years alongside a wonderful group of Governors. I am also a link Governor for SEN and Science. As a retired teacher, I have lived and worked for most of my life in Redcar. I love the area and all it has to offer. I have lots of hobbies including tap dancing, keeping fit, walking, cooking and watching Boro play. My decision to become a Governor at Green Gates was partly due to a desire to still be involved in education, but also to use the skills I had gained through my teaching career. As a very hands on grandparent, to four grandsons and a granddaughter, I am passionate about giving children the best start in life so that they can achieve, succeed and be happy rounded individuals. By working together with Mrs Lowe, her staff and the Governing body on shared goals and vision, I aim to do my best for Green Gates Primary School.
Mrs Katie Lowe, Headteacher
Hello. My name is Katie Lowe and I am proud to be the Headteacher of this wonderful school. Being Headteacher means that I am automatically on the Local Governing Committee. I really enjoy and am incredibly lucky to work alongside all of our governors who give up their valuable time to support both myself and the staff, as well as the children. Governors have built a very strong working relationship with the school and challenge me throughout the year, ensuring I do my very best to provide the best education for our children.
Mrs Patricia Taylor
Hello. My name is Tricia Taylor and I have had the privilege of being a Governor of Green Gates Primary School since 2017.
As a retired primary school teacher, I wanted to continue my commitment to the education of young children and this seemed an ideal way of doing it. I am the link governor for English, Modern Foreign Languages, Art and Design Technology.
I have had many years’ experience as a parent, community and staff governor in both the primary and secondary sector. The thing I have enjoyed most about these roles is meeting our amazing young people here in Teesside.
I have taught in primary, secondary and special education, specialising in English, Humanities and Special Needs. In my last role I was also Deputy Head Teacher of a primary school.
When I am not involved in education you will find me doing a variety of things: at the gym, gardening, extending my knowledge of my family tree, reading, knitting or spending time with my family and friends.
Mrs Clare Roberts
Hello. My name is Clare Roberts I have worked at Green Gates Primary School for many years but have recently been appointed as Deputy Head Teacher. I have always worked very close with the head teacher and Governing Body to help create a school which is always looking forward. Working as part of a team, or as an individual, I am always positive and excited about what lies ahead for our children.
I aspire to develop a strong and sustainable future for all children, including individual personal development for every child, academically, socially and emotionally. l am committed as a Deputy Head Teacher, Key Stage One Leader and Class Teacher in providing the vision, guidance and support to the incredible children and excellent team at Green Gates Primary School and ensure the right opportunities are developed to make the coming years even more successful than those that have gone before.
Ms Rachel Campbell
Hello my name is Rachel. I have worked in various roles in education since 2002. After completing my joint honours degree in English and History, and my PGCE in Secondary English Studies, I embarked on a career as a Secondary English teacher. My mainstream teaching experience and success with disengaged students who displayed challenging behaviour, lead me to progress through many roles and into headship of a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU).
Following eight successful years at the PRU, I made the decision to focus on consultancy work around inclusion. This then led to an opportunity to become a part of the Invested Education family supporting with curriculum development and mentoring ECTs along their journey.
I am an advocate for learning for all, and passionate about developing others to realise their potential. This passion led me to seek out a role as a governor.
I am a governor at two local schools across both the primary and secondary phase. I am proud to be a governor at Green Gates Primary School and I look forward to supporting the school and celebrating the successes in the future.
Miss Donna Smith
Hello. My name is Donna Smith and I am a wife and mum to 5 children. I am very privileged to have been chosen to become a parent governor at such a wonderful school. My youngest child Dylan is the only one that has attended Green Gates Primary but making this decision and choosing this school for him was by far the best decision I have ever made. I couldn’t wish for a better school and I am now looking forward to being a part of it as well.
Mrs Marian Fairley
Hello, my name is Marian Fairley and I have been in primary school teaching since1987, finishing my career as a headteacher in Hartlepool. I retired in 2017 and was fortunate enough to become the Councillor for Kirkleatham ward in May 2023 which includes Green Gates school. I jumped at the chance to become a governor in such a wonderful school and hope to use my skills I acquired over the years in education to support the school community, the headteacher and parents in any way I can.
My hobbies include walking my two dogs, gardening, playing the saxophone and singing in a local choir.