Membership of the Academy Committee (ID 1040)

• Mrs Donna O'Connor
  Headteacher
  Mrs Donna O'Connor

  I am proud to serve as the Headteacher of Claydon Primary School, a role I have held since September 2024 after joining the school five years ago as Deputy Head.
  
  Prior to joining Claydon, I spent the majority of my professional journey teaching and leading in London, where I honed my skills as a class teacher, subject leader, Deputy Headteacher and Headteacher.
  
  My passion lies in teaching, learning, and curriculum development. I believe in instilling a lifelong love of learning in our pupils, underpinned by the joy of reading—a cornerstone of success in all aspects of life. Beyond the classroom, I am an avid traveler. In my younger years, I embarked on backpacking adventures, including an unforgettable year in South America. These days, my travels may be less rugged, but my curiosity about the world remains undiminished.
  
  At Claydon Primary, I am committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their potential and develop the confidence to thrive to be the best they can be.

• Mrs Beth Smith
  Staff - 07/09/2023 - 06/09/2027
  Mrs Beth Smith

  I have been a class teacher at Claydon Primary School since 2020. I am passionate about providing our children with the best possible education so that each individual reaches their true potential while also creating and facilitating memorable learning experiences for all pupils. I am thoroughly enjoying my role as a Academy Committee Member as I feel it provides me with further opportunities to work alongside staff, families and our community to ensure our pupils receive an enriching and inspiring curriculum.

• Mrs Kerrie Standring
  Staff - 15/04/2012 - 14/04/2024
  Mrs Kerrie Standring

  I have taught at Claydon Primary School since 1999 and I am on my second stint as a governor. I love language; I love teaching French as well as English. I am the lead for reading so you'll often find me in our school library talking to children about what books they have enjoyed and what they would like to borrow next. I have had my children attend Claydon Primary School and care passionately about all children succeeding in our nurturing and inspiring environment.

• Mrs Diane Armstrong
  Parent Academy Committee Member - 06/10/2021 - 05/10/2025
  Mrs Diane Armstrong

  I am a parent of two children attending Claydon Primary School. I am keen to support and contribute to the school as a parent Academy Committee Member. I currently manage an early year setting and bring a vast of knowledge and experience of Early years education, a sector that I have worked in for the past 22 years. I am new to the role of parent Academy Committee Member, but am looking forward to the challenge and working with the school.