Shavington Primary School Governors
Kayleigh Goldstraw
Kayleigh is a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years in accountancy practice. She is passionate about creating joyful, safe environments where children can thrive. Though new to school governance, she brings strong financial oversight and a commitment to supporting children’s futures. Kayleigh enjoys holidays, theatre outings, and family time. Her daughter attends Shavington Primary, and she is honoured to contribute to the school’s journey.
Grace Johnson
Grace is a project manager at Staffordshire University, where she has worked for seven years. She became a governor to better understand school operations and contribute as a parent. Now with a number of years of governance experience, including at a Stoke-on-Trent primary, Grace enjoys learning about how schools function and supporting staff. She loves family outings, films of all genres, and is deeply connected to the Shavington community.
Andrew Hendrie
Andrew has over 35 years of experience in marketing communications and brand management in retail and banking. After retiring, he became a governor to contribute to his local community. Though new to education, Andrew brings valuable leadership and strategic skills. He volunteers with a Crewe-based charity supporting the homeless and enjoys walking, reading, travel, and learning Italian. He values working with the school’s leadership team and seeing children succeed.
Georgina Horton
Georgina has over a decade of leadership experience in high-performing schools and colleges across Cheshire East. She specializes in teaching, learning, and curriculum development. As a lifelong Shavington resident, former pupil, and now parent, Georgina is deeply committed to the school’s success. Though new to governance, she brings valuable insight from her leadership roles and is passionate about home-school collaboration. Her hobbies include portrait painting, hosting dinner parties, and watching equestrian sports. Georgina enjoys learning new skills and supporting the school’s strategic direction.
Simon Newton
Simon recently retired from a career in financial asset management and investment analysis. His roles involved coordinating portfolio managers, legal, audit, and regulatory teams. With extensive corporate governance experience, Simon joined the governing board to help ensure children have the best possible school environment. He enjoys travel, aviation, politics, reading, and music. A recent arrival to the area, Simon is a Parish Councillor in a nearby parish and is eager to contribute to the school and community.
Kris Banks
Professionally, Kris has extensive experience in change management, banking, and risk management, with a proven track record in delivering complex improvements and governance in regulated sectors. This background brings valuable skills in strategic thinking and financial oversight. Kris is also actively involved in disability inclusion and neurodiversity advocacy, offering a unique perspective on inclusive education. As a certified Mental Health First Aider (MHFA England), Kris promotes emotional wellbeing among students and staff, recognizing its importance in academic success and resilience. Kris became a school governor to give back to the community and help shape an inclusive, high-performing educational environment. With a strong belief in equal opportunities for all children, Kris is committed to supporting the school’s strategic direction and oversight.
Governors are appointed by the TLP Governance Committee, under the deferred responsibility from the Board of Trustees.
Sean Houlston (Chair) - Appointed Governor (13/10/2023 - 31/08/2027)
Grace Johnson - Parent Governor (01/09/2023 - 31/08/2027)
Andrew Hendrie - Appointed Governor (11/01/2024 - 31/08/2028)
Jenny Hughes - Appointed Governor (07/11/2024 - 31/08/2028)
Kayleigh Goldstraw - Parent Governor (28/02/2025 - 31/08/2028)
Georgina Horton - Appointed Governor (24/02/2025 - 31/08/2028)
Kristopher Banks - Appointed Governor (07/05/2025 - 31/08/2029)
Simon Newton - Appointed Governor (19/05/2025 - 31/08/2029)
Historic Governors (left within last 12 months)
Claire Standley - Parent Governor (01/12/2021 - 31/08/2025)
Amaka Lawton - Appointed Governor (26/03/2024 - 07/11/2024)
All meetings are held at 4:00pm at SPS
Wednesday 8th October 2025
Wednesday 14th January 2026
Wednesday 6th May 2026
Wednesday 8th July 2026
| Governors | No. of Meetings | No. Attended |
| Sean Houlston | 4 | 4 |
| Andrew Hendrie | 4 | 4 |
| Grace Johnson | 4 | 4 |
| Claire Standley | 4 | 3 |
| Amaka Lawton | 1 | 1 |
| Kayleigh Goldstraw | 2 | 1 |
| Jenny Hughes | 3 | 2 |
| Georgina Horton | 2 | 1 |
| Kris Banks | 1 | 1 |
| Simon Newton | 1 | 1 |