Our Governor Profiles

Paula Reddin (Vice Chair of Governors)

My name is Paula Reddin and I am a member appointed governor, having finished a 4 year term as a parent governor. I have recently focussed on the science curriculum, health and safety and pupil assessment.  I am currently one of the two Vice Chairs of the governing body and I also chair the School and Community Development committee.

My professional training is in the health and safety industry, in particular building water services.

Since my two children started at Warren Road, I have been involved with the PTA and with the school generally as a parent helper.

Fadzayi Musanhu (Co-opted/Appointed Governor)

My name is Fadzayi Musanhu and I was appointed as a governor in November 2012.

I am originally from Zimbabwe, and I have been living in the UK for over 10 years. My background is in accounting and finance, and I currently work in corporate finance for an accounting firm in London.

I have a daughter at the school and, as a working parent, I was looking for a way to get more involved in her education, and volunteer my time and skills to the school.

Mr Haibin Yu (Co-opted/Appointed Governor)

My name is Haibin Yu and I was appointed as a governor in November 2012.

My background is in information technology, and I have worked for various international financial institutions in the city for over 12 years.

I have two sons at Warren Road and have always had an interest in child education, having done mentoring and coaching for secondary school students for the past few years.

Richard Hulme (Co-opted Appointed Governor)

I’m Richard Hulme and I was elected as a parent governor in March 2014 and currently serve on both the School and Community Development and Teaching and Learning committees. I am also the Governor for SEND.

I work in change management in the Civil Service and have had both legal and financial roles.  I endeavor to bring my analytical skills to Governors’ Meetings to help further continuous improvement.  I have a passion for inclusion and diversity throughout our school community and very much want to help deliver the best possible educational outcomes for all children.

I have had three children go through the school: two now in secondary school, and my youngest in year 4. I have been a member of the PTA for 9 years and enjoy being a part of the fund raising events and improving the opportunities available for our children.

Andrew Corstorphine (Co-opted/Appointed Governor)

My name is Andrew Corstorphine and I am a Co-opted/Appointed Governor, as well as Chair of the Teaching and Learning committee.

I am currently the Director of Teaching and Learning at a local independent school. This entails the management of some academic departments, eLearning, SEND and staff development. In addition, I also run a Classics outreach programme for state schools and I am an examiner for three exam boards at GCSE and A-Level.

I am keen to support the upward trajectory of teaching and learning at Warren Road, ensuring that all teaching staff feel supported in reaching their potential as well as the translation of this to daily life in the classroom.

I am keen to support the upward trajectory of teaching and learning at Warren Road, ensuring that all teaching staff feel supported in reaching their potential as well as the translation of this to daily life in the classroom. It is a great privilege to chair the Teaching and Learning Committee and I look forward to supporting the School as best as I am able.

Natasha Charles-Lewis (Vice Chair of Governors)

My name is Natasha Charles-Lewis and I was elected to be one of the Vice Chair of Governors in 2017; I also sit on the Resources committee.

I am a Chartered Accountant by profession, currently working for a private hospital in Central London. Prior to this role I worked within the Public and Charitable Sector.

I have two sons at Warren Road Primary School and am honored to be part of the school’s governing body. I look forward to working with the staff and fellow governors in shaping a successful future for all pupils.

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Joanne Salacinski (Parent Governor)

My name is Joanne Salacinski and I was appointed a Parent Governor in June 2017 and am a member of the School Development committee.

I am a commercial, Business Development Manager, working in the utilities sector. I bring commercial understanding and analytical experience to my role as a governor.

I have two sons, one aged 5 and currently in Year one, the other aged 2 who will hopefully join Warren Road in September 2019.

Richard Edmonds (Headteacher)

My name is Richard Edmonds and I am proud to be Headteacher at Warren Road. I am a staff governor and Academy trust member, and sit on all the committees which serve the Academy’s Governing Body.

I took up the post in September 2013 after twenty five years in education, during which time I have worked as class teacher, senior leader and Headteacher in five primary schools across Bromley and SE London.

I have four children who have all been to Bromley primary schools.  When I’m not at Warren Road, you may see me on the local roads as I am a keen cyclist – I have commuted to work by bike for the past twenty years and still enjoy some racing from time to time.

Sarah Palmer (Deputy Headteacher)

My name is Sarah Palmer and I was appointed a Staff Governor in June 2017 and am a member of the Teaching and Learning committee.

I am currently one of the Deputy Headteachers at Warren Road, and hope to bring my experience in the classroom, and as Head of Maths, into this role.

Since starting work at Warren Road in September 2001, I have always been extremely happy here and am pleased to have been elected to sit on the Governing Body.  I look forward to working within this team and building on the successes that already exist.

Jamie Thomas (Deputy Headteacher)

My name is Jamie Thomas and I was appointed a Staff Governor in June 2017 and am a member of the School and Community Development committee.

I am currently one of the Deputy Headteachers at Warren Road, and hope to bring my experience in the classroom, and as Head of Literacy, into this role. I also head up Warren Teaching School Alliance, and will look to develop our relationship with the community.

As a father of three young boys, I am always looking for creative innovative ways to drive education forward.

Carolyn Williams (Associate Governor)

My name is Carolyn Williams and I have been a staff governor at Warren Road since summer 2013.  I am a member of the Teaching and Learning committee.

I am currently Head of Year 1 at Warren Road, and hope to bring my experience in the classroom, and as Phonics and Spelling Lead, into this role.  In addition, having taught in both Early Years and Year 1, I hope to bring my expertise in understanding early learning goals and phonetic development through KS1.