Clanfield CE Governor Members & Structure
Collecting and publishing Governing Board Diversity data
The governors of Clanfield CE School believe it is important that boards reflect the diversity of the school communities they serve. Diverse boards promote inclusive school environments and provide diverse role models for staff and young people.
The governors are currently collecting data on the diversity of the board, including data on age, gender and ethnicity. They will use that data to inform their recruitment and training needs and ensure there is always a diverse range of perspectives around the table to support robust decision making.
Due to our relatively small governing body we do not publish this diversity data online as individual governors could be identified and we have a legal obligation to protect their personal data.
An introduction from each member of our Governing Board
Mrs Kim Rogers - Headteacher
Committee: Headteacher
Term: First appointed on 01/09/2019 -
I have been in education for 30 years. I bring a wealth of senior leadership experience in primary schools including work as an Ofsted inspector, School Improvement Advisor for Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust and School Improvement Partner (SIP) for the local authority. I have significant experience as a governor and for 8 years I was a governor at my sons School. Most recently, I have been asked to support Stonesfield School in the role of Executive Headteacher and am enjoying the challenge of leading both schools.
I believe that every child deserves the very best provision and opportunities so that they can reach their full potential. I am passionate about ensuring the school continues to be a thriving part of the local community for many years to come. I live in West Oxford with my husband, 2 children. Portuguese water dog and enjoy running, cycling and yoga.
Mrs Zoe Thomas - Chair of Governors & Parent Governor
Committee: Chair of Governors, Chair of Curriculum Committee, Chair of Pay Committee, Resources Committee Member
Term: 06/09/2023 - 05/09/2027
First appointed: 06/09/2023
I became a Governor as I am passionate about ensuring that all children at Clanfield have the best opportunity to learn and develop. I have lived in Clanfield for over 10 years and have a daughter and twin boys at the school.
The majority of my career to date has been working in travel, where I had the opportunity to indulge my passion for travel as well as gaining a plethora of experience working in sales and leading teams. After taking a sabbatical, I decided on a career change and moved to the education sector working as a finance officer in a nearby primary school. This combined experience has definitely helped with my role as a governor.
Mrs Olivia Hawkins - Vice-Chair of Governors & Local Authority Governor
Committee: Vice-Chair of Governors, Curriculum Committee Member
Term: 01/09/2025 - 31/08/2029
First appointed: 01/09/2014
I work in the education sector directly with children and their families and also offer training and consultation in behaviour and communication to various organisations. My experience working in safeguarding and wellbeing led me to my role on the governing body because I am passionate about supporting the children and staff to thrive and enjoy their time at Clanfield.
Mr Andy Uglow - Co-Opted Governor
Committee: Resources Committee Member, Pay Committee Member
Term: 06/10/2022 - 05/10/2026
First appointed: 18/09/2018
As well as being a parent of two children who have attend Clanfield, I am an experienced secondary school leader with a specific interest in the development of excellence in the classroom, driven by evidence-based best practice. I am a member of Resources Committee and have specific responsibility for overseeing the very exciting work that is going into the development of the curriculum. In addition to my responsibilities in school, I serve as a founding Trustee of the Rafiki Thabo Foundation - a charity that provides educational support to young people in Lesotho, Kenya and Uganda.
Mrs Nicola Allen - Co-Opted Governor
Committee: Curriculum Committee Member
Term: 25/02/2026 - 24/02/2030
First appointed: 25/02/2026
I am parent of two children who attend the school and am passionate about supporting and empowering children to reach their full potential within a positive and inclusive environment.
I have worked within children’s services for the past 15 years and have extensive experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs. Through both my professional and personal experiences, I understand the importance of strong partnerships between schools and families and the positive impact these relationships can have on children’s wellbeing and development.
Outside of work, I enjoy keeping active, travelling, and socialising with family and friends. I am excited to be part of the governing body and to contribute positively to the school community.
Mrs Amy Benfield - Staff Governor
Committee: Curriculum Committee Member
Term: 01/09/2024 - 31/08/2028
First appointed: 01/09/2024
With 12 years of experience in education across two other schools, including 6 years as a dedicated member of the Senior Leadership Team, I am deeply passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children. I am thrilled to have joined the Clanfield team in September 2024 as the Assistant Head, and am eager to collaborate in providing the best possible soil and opportunities for every child, and to inspire their growth and flourishing every step of the way.
I live in Gloucestershire with my husband, son and Labrador and love exploring.
Mr Nicholas Chance - Foundation Governor
Committee: Resources Committee Member
Term: 01/05/2024 - 30/04/2028
First appointed: 01/05/2024
My wife (a retired special needs teacher in Oxford) and I have recently arrived in Clanfield and I have just joined the Clanfield CE Primary School Board of Governors as a Founder Governor . We have three grown up children and four grandchildren. I retired a few years ago from a full-time role in the Royal Household working for twenty years based at Kensington Palace. Before that I was an Army Officer and subsequently worked at the Financial Times and in the financial sector. I served for nearly thirty years as a Magistrate in the North Oxfordshire area.
I am a Trustee of Care for Children, a UK based international Charity working in the family placement (foster care) sector in five countries, and for many years have been actively involved in the strategy and growth of this Foundation working globally in such a vitally important field. Care for Children believes strongly that, wherever possible, children thrive better in families rather than institutional care. It has been a humbling and educational experience to play a small part in this sector of childcare.
The care and commitment of all the staff towards the children at Clanfield CE Primary School is inspiring and highly professional, and it is a privilege to be able to support and contribute towards such a school which works so hard to enable pupils to achieve their full potential.
Mr Mike Hawkes - Foundation Governor
Committee: Chair of Resources Committee
Term: 06/05/2025 - 05/05/2029
First appointed: 30/09/2020
I am a resident of Clanfield. My wife and I moved here from Watchfield last year. Our family is mainly in the local to the area. We have 3 children and 8 grandchildren. I am retired after a career that included 2 years in the Army and then 17 years in various management roles in the IT industry. My experience includes leading and managing people as well as budgets. Both in the Army and also in industry I have been involved in various ways in teaching and training.
Mrs Jolandi Phillips - Co-opted Governor
Committee: Curriculum Committee Member
Term: 30/04/2025 - 29/04/2029
First appointed: 30/04/2025
I moved to Clanfield in 2023, just a few days before welcoming my first child. This life-changing moment quickly made Clanfield feel like home. Becoming a school governor is a meaningful way for me to contribute to the community and support the school I hope my child will one day attend.
Professionally, I work in learning and development, specialising in the ongoing education of adults in the workplace. I’ve designed instructional materials for professionals across the legal, educational, pharmaceutical, and NGO sectors. My current role is fully remote, which allows me to spend most of my time in Clanfield and stay closely connected to the local area.
Mr Benedict Wilson - Co-opted Governor
Committee: Resources Committee Member
Term: 30/04/2025 - 29/04/2029
First appointed: 30/04/2025
Benedict Wilson moved to Oxfordshire in September 2022 to take up the post of Director of Music at Cokethorpe School; for the previous three years, Benedict was Head of Choral Music at Shrewsbury School. Before moving to Shrewsbury, he spent the six years as Director of Music at Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon. During his time, he was fortunate to experience two large-scale and internationally-celebrated Shakespeare anniversaries. Before taking up the role at Holy Trinity, Benedict spent two years as College Organist at Haileybury College. Benedict read Music at Magdalene College, Cambridge, where he was also Senior Organ Scholar; after graduating, he completed an MMus also at Cambridge. Outside of school and much music-making, Benedict enjoys hiking, running, cycling and cheese.
