Local Review Board
Members
Sarah O'Hagan - Chair
Sarah is a long-serving member of the LRB at Churwell.
Ian Milner
Ian is the Head of Information Security Business Support for an Enterprise business having worked previously as an Enterprise Security Architect in the same business and in Local Government. He has been a Co-opted Governor at Churwell Primary since 2020 and was previously the Co-chair of the Resources and Finance committee alongside other responsibilities. Ian is also an FA qualified coach at a local girl’s football team.
Laura Brearley
Laura is a Detective Sergeant with over 20 years of policing experience in various roles, including her current role within Safeguarding where she leads a team of investigators with responsibility for investigating serious and complex crime.
In her spare time Laura is a registered chaperone, expanding upon her wealth of experience within safeguarding and looking out for the best interests of children during regulated activities.
Laura is a parent governor on the LRB so also brings a parent voice to discussions.
Hayley Darrington
Hayley is currently lead teacher of Mathematics at Cockburn Laurence Academy; she has been teaching for the Cockburn MAT for over 10 years. Hayley lives in Leeds and is ex pupil of Churwell Primary school. Hayley’s passion is teaching mathematics, particularly the transition from primary to secondary. She is currently working towards a National Professional Qualification (“NPQ”) in leading teaching.
Jo Nelson
Jo has worked at Churwell Primary Academy for 6 years, both in the school office and at After School Club, having previously worked in the finance industry for 29 years.
Outside of work she is involved in scouting, as a Cub Scout Leader and Band Master of Spen Valle Scout & Guide Band. She also helps at Cleckheaton Rugby Club, where her children play.
Claire Oakley
Claire is the Deputy Head at Churwell Primary Academy