Governors
Our register of interests, governor attendance and the Bourne Education Trust articles of association and scheme of delegation can be found below (as part of the Bourne Education Trust collated documents).
Key Information - Bourne Education Trust
Correspondence
Correspondence to the Governing Body should be addressed either directly to the Chair of Governors, or c/o the Governance Professional to:-
Everest Community Academy, Oxford Way, Basingstoke, Hants RG24 9UP
Governance Professional: smithn@everestcommunityacademy.org
Chair of Governors: brazierJ@everestcommunityacademy.org
John Brazier - Chair of Governors
John has lived in Basingstoke since 2009 and has two children that attend Everest. He is currently an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Reading and Pharmacy Director of Teaching and Learning. His day-to-day job involves teaching chemistry to pharmacy students and pursuing research into DNA structure and function.
He became a governor in 2014 because he was interested in supporting schools to provide quality education to all pupils, giving them the best start in life. This interest continues and inspired him to join the governing committee as a parent governor.
“Each pupil learns in their own way and has their own hopes and dreams. Our role is to give them the knowledge, skills, and confidence, to make these hopes and dreams the best they can be, and makes sure the pupils can achieve them. I hope that being on the governing body, I can help the school to provide the best opportunities to the pupils in our community and give them the best start in life.”
Favourite book: The BFG by Roald Dahl. It reminds me of my childhood and the importance of dreams.
Boyd McCleary CMG CVO
Boyd McCleary studied German at Queen’s University Belfast. After a short period in the Ireland Civil Service, he spent 40 years in the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, at home and abroad. He served in Germany, Korea, Turkey, Canada and the British Virgin Islands.
Since retiring Boyd has worked as a consultant on international business and a part-time judge. He is also a trustee of three conservation charities and a volunteer leader for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme.
Boyd lives in Bentworth, Hampshire. His hobbies are tennis, reading and walking.
Favourite book: His favourite book is Guns, Germs and Steel : A short history of everybody for the last 13,000 years by Jared Diamond. Boyd is currently reading Into the Silence: The Great War, Mallory and the Conquest of Everest by Wade Davis. This is a fascinating and inspiring account of the first attempt to climb Mount Everest, which ultimately failed and cost the life of the lead climber, George Mallory and a number of his colleagues.
Lauren Herring
Lauren is the Headteacher at Kings Furlong Infant & Nursery school in Basingstoke. Lauren became the headteacher of this school in September 2024. Prior to this appointment Lauren was the deputy headteacher at Marnel Juniors a local feeder school to Everest Community Academy.
Having trained at Roehampton University Lauren began her teaching career in Basingstoke at another local primary. Lauren has then quickly progressed into a leadership position and enjoys the challenges and opportunities this brings. Lauren is passionate about providing an inclusive education for children and ensuring that the curriculum experienced is engaging and relevant for children as they move through their education.
As well as working at Kings Furlong, Lauren is a busy mum of two girls who both attend primary school, where she lives in Farnham. She enjoys being active through running and attending 'Bootcamp' outdoor fitness sessions as well as going to the theatre and eating out!
Susan Giles-Cox
Susan is the head teacher at Marnel Infant School in Popley and has been in post since 2013.
Having completed her Masters in Education at Cambridge Susan completed her teaching qualification and then returned to Basingstoke and Deane to commence her teaching career. Susan has taught in the area for 24 years including being Deputy headteacher at Oakridge for 10 years.
She is passionate about education and dedicated to the local Community ensuring that every child has the best opportunities possible. As part of Susan’s role she also works as a consultant supporting schools in the London Boroughs to bring about change in key areas alongside the existing leadership teams.
In her spare time, she enjoys travelling and taking long walks with her chocolate labrador! Susan’s favourite place to visit is Cornwall.
Rebecca Fuller
Rebecca lives in Popley and her children attend Everest Community Academy. She works at Marnel Infant School (one of the feeder schools for Everest) as a Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant and has also been a Governor there for over 10 years.
She is passionate that all children and young people in our community are happy and safe at school, and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Rebecca loves to be out in nature walking, particularly enjoying spending time on the nearby South coast.'
Peter Deane
Specialist in business development, mergers and acquisitions, change management, global strategic partnerships and sales strategy.
30 years managing businesses within the IT and telecoms industries at managing director and VP level
Executive MBA from INSEAD.
Susan Gibbin
More than 30 years extensive experience working within the NHS both nationally and locally in senior leadership and management consultancy roles
Expertise in strategic planning, critical thinking, facilitation and stakeholder management, governance and organisational structures and partnership working
Experienced chair of governors and local leader of governance; specialising in strategy, governance and raising standards.
Stacey Melluish
Stacey is a member of the Popley community. With one child currently attending Everest Academy and another set to start in September, Stacey has a personal investment in the success and well-being of the school. Professionally, she works as a Clinical Hub Coordinator at St Michael's Hospice a local Charity and she also serves as Club Secretary for a small football club where her son plays.
Passionate about education and inclusion, Stacey is committed to supporting the school in its efforts to provide every child, regardless of background, ability, or special educational needs, with the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. She aims to be a strong advocate for ensuring all students are safeguarded and empowered to succeed
Stephen Mallet
Stephen worked for 35 years in consulting and, after obtaining his MBA from Harvard Business School, international finance & investment in Britain and overseas. Since retiring, he has completed a PhD in History at UCL, where he taught undergraduates part time. He is also a qualified teacher of English as a second language and volunteers one day a week at a local secondary school, and believes strongly in the importance of language, literacy and education.
Governor responsibilities 2024-25
| Governor Visits | Named Governor |
| Quality of Education and Careers | Boyd McCleary and Lauren Herring |
| Safeguarding and Attendance | Susan Giles-Cox |
| SEND /Pupil Premium/DAP/LAC /Equality and Diversity | Rebecca Fuller and Susan Giles-Cox |
| Health and Safety | John Brazier |
| Governor Training | Susan Giles-Cox |
Minutes
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