Chirton Primary

Amy Bekker Wrench - Headteacher

Mrs A  Morgan – Chair of Governors

I joined the Chirton Governing Body in 2022 as a Parent Governor. I have two children, Ava, who is 7 and in Faith Class currently, and Malie, who is 2 and attends Pips. We live locally and feel so lucky to have such an amazing school and setting for our girls to attend that is so close to home. I work as a doctor for the NHS, and within this role I also have responsibility for and experience in safeguarding, mental health and also communicating amongst a large multidisciplinary team, which I feel will be useful skills to use within my role as a governor.   

 As a Parent Governor I lead on SEND and Forest School. I also enjoy supporting the school on a weekly basis listening to individual readers in Faith class. I believe strongly in the importance of reading for pleasure but also am passionate about helping the children to grow their fluency skills and understanding. 

 In my role as Governor, I look forward to continuing to support reading, PTA events and instilling the values and attitudes encompassed in the 6Rs. Looking ahead to the challenges and opportunities in the future, I believe that our school community can provide the best possible holistic education for all our children.

Mrs S Jones – Foundation Governor - Vice Chair of Governors

I was appointed by the Salisbury Diocese and joined the Chirton Governing Body in 2021, having previously served as a primary school foundation governor in Berkshire. I live in the village with my husband and we are both retired. I have 4 grown up children, one of whom is a primary school teacher. My professional background is in safeguarding and child protection. As a governor, I lead on RE, the school's Visions and Values, Collective Worship and on eSafety. I also support the teaching staff in Joy and Faith classes each week, helping with activities such as hearing individual readers, art and craft and local walks, which is an absolute privilege and always enjoyable.

Mr C Parmenter - Trust Appointed Governor

With many years experience in teaching in primary schools, I have a good understanding of the curriculum and how schools are managed and developed. I am passionate about supporting Chirton School and believe that with my skill set, I am both able to support and celebrate all the amazing things that happen, whilst challenging supportively to ensure that Chirton School remains a place where children feel safe and are inspired to learn. 

Passionate about the great outdoors, I am delighted that Chirton School is committed to ensuring that outdoor learning remains at the forefront of learning and allows children to explore and be challenged in a variety of ways;  both in the forest and within the school grounds. With previous forest school experience, I am a true advocate of this hugely beneficial element to the school curriculum. 

Teaching and learning is at the heart of schools, and I am proud to be able to assist in this area. Using my skills and background in education and assurance, I hope to be able to continue to support the school effectively and ensure they continue on their wonderful journey

 Mrs S Wootton - Staff Governor

Mrs C Mullord - Trust Appointed Governor

I am the new Health and Safety Governor.

I have worked in education for the past 20 years in an administration capacity in both the primary and secondary sectors. I am now retired and have a granddaughter who attends Pips.

I volunteered as a Governor as I have experience of the challenges a village primary school experiences and I have knowledge and time to offer.

 I look forward to working with an excellent team that wants to promote the core values of a forward thinking and caring school.

Mrs K Wilkins - Co Chair of Governors

I qualified as a primary school teacher in 2010 after spending 10 years working in the Market Research industry in London. I have worked mainly in Key Stage One throughout my teaching career and was Deputy Head Teacher of a large infant school in Salisbury until 2021. I now work in a primary school near Marlborough. I am passionate about education and ensuring that all children receive the opportunities they deserve to be successful throughout their primary years. 

My husband and I have two boys, the older of which is in Year 2, and our youngest currently attends Pips, hopefully joining the school in September. Outside of work I love travelling with my family and am a keen runner and member of a local running club.   

Mrs C Cleaver - Parent Governor

I joined the Governing Body in January 2024, I have 2 children who attend Chirton School. Since my eldest started at Chirton Pips Preschool 6 years ago, I have been involved with the school as a former preschool committee member and as an active member of PTA. I am an advocate for Chirton school, the school values and optimising the experience of children who attend our school.

I have a background as a research scientist. However, after returning to education to retrain, I now run my own business as a chiropractor and am passionate about communicating healthcare and helping people to feel better. My role helps me understand the significance of good communication, safeguarding and the impact of mental health.

In my spare time, I enjoy a variety of fitness activities including Pilates and jogging.