Governors

Mr Daniel Aldred

Role: Chair - Parent Governor

Business Interests: None

I am a Foot and Ear Practitioner and have been active in this role for 16 years. I have my own clinic on Holderness Road, which keeps me very busy. In my spare time, I run a Mixed Martial Arts Club with children and adults' classes, which I really enjoy. 
I chose to become a Governor at Ings Primary School as both of my children attend the school. I thought this would be a good, positive role to take on that would be very rewarding to myself and others, as this gives me the opportunity to have a level of involvement within the school. I am looking forward to being actively involved in the roles, duties and responsibilities that are given to me. 

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​Mrs Margaret Maxwell​

Role: Vice Chair - Co-opted Governor
Business Interests: None

I have been married for 47 years and have two grown-up children and three grandchildren. I worked as a crèche supervisor for 14 years, employed by Hull City Council. I have also worked on a voluntary basis for Barnardos and spent hours every week in my children's school listening to children read.
I believe that education is very important as it allows children to fulfil their potential, and this enables them to live full and happy lives.
My voluntary and work life has given me an understanding of the importance of nurturing children so that they achieve their potential.

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​Mr Bill Maxwell​

Role: Co-opted Governor
Business Interests: None

Bill is retired, after working for Reckitt Benckiser for 35 years in Hull and Derby in senior manufacturing roles. Bill’s interests are Rugby Union, which he played for 26 years, and gardening. He was also part of the Scouting movement for 25 years.

Bill was a governor at Ings Primary School and Chair for over 6 years, and was designated a National Leader of Governance.

Bill was a Trustee at Thrive Cooperative Learning Trust for 5 years and is now moving to being a governor.​

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Miss Lisa Allen

Role: Headteacher

Business Interests: None

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Mr Paul Harper​

Role: Co-opted Governor
Business Interests: None

I have worked and lived in Sutton most of my working life. I am married with four children. I have worked most of my life, until recently, as a teacher, reaching the positions of Deputy and Assistant Head Teacher. I have also held the position of a teacher governor at two local schools.

I am a former PE teacher, and a keen lover of all types of sport from tennis, racketball, table tennis, walking and biking. I have recently biked the Scottish coast to coast.

I currently work for HASS in a limited capacity, and I am a volunteer for Hull City of Culture, now HEY volunteering.

I hope my educational and sporting background will provide a form of experience and assistance in the growth of the children’s education at Ings Primary.​​

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Mrs Catherine Murrell

Role: Staff Governor

Business Interests: None

I qualified as a NNEB in 1988, and in 1989 I joined the staff of Ings Primary School, working in the reception classes. In 2004, the school opened a nursery, and that is where I have worked ever since. In 2008, I attended Hull College part-time and completed my degree in young children’s learning and development in 2012.

I have seen many changes in my time at Ings, which I feel have given me the knowledge and experience to make me a better practitioner for the children in EYFS.

I hope to share all of this knowledge in my time on the governing body.

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Mrs Rachael Taylor-Smith

Role: Staff Governor

Business Interests: None

I have 28 years of experience as an NNEB Nursery Nurse working in school settings. I have been employed at Ings Primary as a TA in EYFS since September 2021.

I have trained to be an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) and have had training in Creative Mindfulness to support children’s emotional well-being and help them manage their emotions and feelings.

I have a keen interest in helping to develop visions and strategies for the school and care about improving children’s educational attainment.​

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Miss Jade Sheppard

Role: Parent Governor

Business Interests: None

I am pleased to be appointed as a Parent Governor at Ings Primary School, a role that allows me to contribute to the school’s continued growth and achievements.

My connection to the school is deeply personal as a former pupil myself from the years of 1994 -2001. I have very fond memories of my time at the school, which I often discuss with my closest friends I met at reception age. Additionally, my children currently attend Ings Primary, and I am very proud to see them thrive in the same environment. My wider family's connection to the school dates back to 1964, when my father and his siblings also attended.

As a qualified social worker with 15 years of experience in children's safeguarding, I possess a unique understanding of the importance of providing a safe and supportive learning environment. My professional background has equipped me with strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling me to effectively represent parents and carers.

Living locally, I have developed friendships with many parents, fostering a sense of community. I am committed to working collaboratively with the school leadership team, staff, and parents to drive excellence and improvement. I am passionate about ensuring every child receives an exceptional education, and I am excited about the potential opportunity to contribute to the school's continued success.​

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Resigned

Mrs Jennifer Mitchell (Resigned 22/04/26)

Mrs Lucie Garrod (Resigned 30/06/25)

Mr Wayne Anderson (Resigned 05/02/25)

Miss Kaci Sheriff (Resigned 09/02/25)