Meet the Governors

Originally from Widnes, I have now been a resident of Latchford for about 25 years. I was a Civil Servant in the Department for Work & Pensions for over 30 years working in various roles. I have now retired.

In my previous role I developed skills in performance management, continuous personal and team improvement, problem solving, implementing new working processes as well as relationship development with external partners across the town.

Working within the town gave me the opportunity to understand the many difficult challenges our community faces. I was able to support many individuals and families, often at times of great distress due to a variety of personal situations. By listening to people and being approachable helped considerably when they don’t feel at their best.

Although I do not have any direct links to the school, my husband, his father and his grandfather all attended the school. His grandmother was the school cook for many years. I feel this gives me a sense of responsibility to ensure as a governor I effectively contribute to maintaining high standards for each and every pupil who attends the school, now and in the future.

I have always maintained a passion for learning and development, and have supported relatives and god-children throughout their education and chosen careers.

I am determined to develop my existing knowledge and skills for the role of governor.  I willingly accept the challenges ahead as I believe it is in everyone’s best interests for the school to do well.

To contact me please email dwheeler@wpat.uk

I was born in Ireland and moved to Liverpool to study Fine Art. Following this I gained my PGCE and worked in schools in both Liverpool and Cheshire West.

I joined Alderman Bolton Primary School as a Senior Leader in 2013. During my time at our school, I’ve taught across Key Stage Two and have led English and Assessment and was delighted to be successful at interview for the Deputy Headteacher position in 2017. In 2018/2019, I had the opportunity of being Acting Headteacher. I thoroughly enjoyed the role and gained invaluable experience of leadership at that level. It was extremely rewarding to have an impact on a wider scale. As  Executive Headteacher now, I continue to enjoy the rewards and challenges of leading our school.

Becoming a member of the governing body has added a new dimension to my role and created further opportunities for me to make a difference. I am passionate about all of our pupils reaching their full potential and having a high-quality education which fosters a love of learning.

I am 35 years old and I have 4 children with twin girls that currently attend Alderman Bolton Primary school and have been working within social care for over 15 years.

I am currently working as a Deputy Manager within a not-for-profit charity supporting adults with learning disabilities and mental health. I have worked with adults and children with learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism, PICA and other complex needs. As part of my role I work collaboratively with the local authority, local advocacy groups and health professionals to enable people we support have a voice.

I am very passionate about ensuring that each person is listened to and empowered in order to reach effective outcomes. I am delighted to be a governor at Alderman Bolton to offer support and to build on the outstanding support that is already given to the children throughout.

I began my teaching career in a Junior school in Dartford, Kent after studying music at the University of Surrey and gaining my PGCE at the University of Greenwich. I relocated to Warrington in 1999 and joined Alderman Bolton in September 2000 as the youngest member of the staff team. I now find myself speaking to parents who I taught as children!

I have taught across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 and have led a number of subjects/areas, including music, computing and Early Years. Currently I am a senior leader with responsibility for Key Stage One. 

I was born in Ukraine and I have been living in UK since 2018. I have a Master of Arts degree in English, German and World Literature and I also have teaching and tutoring experience. 

After University I travelled the world for 6 years working on cruise ships and reached the level of Master Photographer in charge of my own studio. That was a great school of life, I created beautiful memories and made amazing friends, including meeting my future husband. 

I currently co-run a photography business and a property management company with my husband. I am qualified in medical massage and study counseling at RWVC. I have two kids attending this school. 

I love arts, music, sport, academia and appreciate how they build and raise a character so the opportunity to become a part of the school board is fascinating and very rewarding. My life experiences and continuous self-development are making me a well-rounded person. I always strive to understand the world around me better and I believe I can offer a valuable perspective that can be beneficial to all.

I am the Finance Manager for WPAT which means in my roll as Governor for Alderman Bolton I can provide a central insight and share best practice that I see elsewhere, especially with a financial bearing. 
I now have 8 years experience in education finance with WPAT. Previously, my financial background was during a 25-year career with Lloyds Bank working in the Commercial and Small Business sector where I gained a wealth of experience relating to the day to day running of the financial side of a business.
Outside of WPAT, I enjoy running, rugby league and indeed most sports, plus learning about world history via podcasts.