Governor Profiles
Graham Parkin
Co-Opted Governor
Chair of Governors
I am Chair of the Governing Body and serve on the Resources committee.
I believe Asby Endowed to be an excellent school providing quality learning within a stimulating, nurturing and safe environment, and I hope to be able to contribute to its continuing success.
Contact: GrahamParkin@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Rosie Collin
Co-opted Governor
I moved to Great Asby in 2021 and with my degree in Visual Communications from the University of Leeds (2009) and a background working in the education sector, I hope to offer a broad range of experience in graphic design, video production and content marketing - ultimately whatever I’m able to contribute in order to support my local school to thrive.
Contact: rosiecollin@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Elaine Barnes
Local Authority Appointed Governor
Vice-Chair of Governors
I moved to the village in 2021 having previously worked for a bank for 35+ years. My role was in the commercial banking sector, responsible for the project management and delivery of banking services and training to clients with annual turnover in excess of £75m.
I believe that primary schools are so important in providing a strong foundation for children's futures which cannot be underestimated. I hope that the skills I obtained from my time in banking will help me to support and grow the excellent work and teaching at our school.
Contact: elainebarnes@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Carole Cozens
Foundation Governor
Following a move to Little Asby , I have was appointed as Foundation Governor and enjoy supporting Asby Endowed School.
I graduated from Greenwich University in London and taught in challenging schools mostly in year's 2,3, and 4. I enjoyed meeting individual needs and went on to work with Looked After Children and Children with Special Needs.
Contact: carolecozens@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Denise Frisby
Foundation Governor
I have lived in Little Asby since 2006 and during this time I retired from the NHS after 38 years working as a Dietitian and in services management. My particular focus and interest was working with diverse communities to promote health and well-being.
As a parent, I have previously been a school governor at a secondary school near Preston. More recently, I have been able to support AES through joint ventures with St Peter's Church, Great Asby.
Contact: denisefrisby@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Kathryn Braithwaite
Parent governor
I am originally from Penrith however now live on the outskirts of Great Asby and have done so for the past 13 years. My 2 children attend Asby School and are the 5th generation of Braithwaites to attend there. I enjoy hiking in the Lake District.
Contact: kathrynbraithwaite@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Michelle Clark
Headteacher
I completed my PGCE teaching training in 2008 after graduating from Bournemouth University with a degree in Archaeology. I have taught in a number of different school, both large and small schools in Coventry, Cyprus, Italy and North Yorkshire. I moved to Cumbria in 2016, and returned to teaching after maternity leave at Long Marton Community School. I started teaching at Asby Endowed School in September 2017 as the Senior Teacher teaching KS2. In September 2019 I was appointed the school's headteacher.
Contact: head@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Jack Davis
Staff Governor
In 2015 following the successful completion of a BA in International Relations at the University of Leeds, I spent some time teaching English as a foreign language in Shanghai. This was a hugely positive experience and pushed me to pursue a career in education. In 2019 I completed my PGCE course at the University of Sussex and, prior to joining Asby Endowed School, I worked at Chesswood Junior School in Worthing, West Sussex.
Contact: jackdavis@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Jackie Smart
Associate Governor
I have lived in Great Asby for seven years. I previously lived in London and Wiltshire with my family where I taught 11 to 18 year old students for more years than I care to remember. I very much enjoyed teaching and I still enjoy being involved with young people and the experiences they have in the education system. I have previously been a Governor at Asby School and look forward to being involved again.
Contact: jackiesmart@asby.cumbria.sch.uk
Louise Ryan
Clerk To The Governors
I moved to the Appleby area in 2000 and live on a farm near to Appleby. I have two children - my son works in agriculture and my daughter as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school. I have over 20 years experience of working in educational settings. During my spare time I love to garden and read.
Contact: clerk@asby.cumbria.sch.uk