Old Sodbury Church Of England Primary

 Bernice Webber-Brown, Head Teacher 

I have been Headteacher here now for 12 years and it has been an absolute privilege to be a part of the wonderful journey that this school has been on and its continued growth as a result. The governing body work incredibly hard to shape the direction of the school and are a huge part of what makes this school so successful.  

It is an honour to work with such a committed and highly skilled group of people who always when making decisions, put the children at the centre of all that they do.

Olivia Withers, Co-opted Governor

I joined the Governing board in 2022 and am delighted to be supporting the school in continuing to create a safe space for children to develop mentally and physically, and provide them with access to a primary education they can embed their skills and abilities. 

My two children go to Old Sodbury and I was instantly attracted to the school having started, myself, in a small village school and appreciating its passion for music and arts. 

Coming from a 15 year background in HR/ Recruitment management, I felt I could contribute to the schools strategic plan in support and development of their children and staff. 

Bethany Pullin, Parent Governor

Lucy Culverwell, LA Governor 

I have been a governor since September 2023 and have a daughter at the school.  I have over 13 years teaching experience and I am currently Head of Year and the mental health lead at Badminton School, Bristol.  I specialise in pastoral care and safeguarding, and I am enjoying bringing my experience to the team at Old Sodbury School as the safeguarding and SEND governor.

Sheila Purdom, Foundation Governor

I am honoured to be a Foundation Governor at Old Sodbury C of E Primary School. Our own children grew up in Bristol where we lived for many years. When they grew up, my husband and I decided to travel and work overseas, first in Venezuela, then in Panama, followed by Jamaica and, finally, in Grand Cayman. We returned to the local area in 2021. I have held senior management roles in England in both the government and the private sector and, for the past 30 years, in international British-education schools as Deputy Head, Head, Director and Principal. I am passionate about education and about creating a learning environment where all children feel valued and enabled to achieve their very best. 

Aimee Chew, Staff Governor

Nicola Johnston, Co-opted Governor (Chair of Governors)

I am a Chief of Staff within the Ministry of Defence, and I am responsible for providing advice and counsel on business operations, strategic direction and I am the driving force of culture change and promoting a diverse and inclusive ethos within my business area.  I joined the Ministry of Defence in 2003 and have undertaken a variety of roles during my career, from leading the design and implementation of an entry talent programme for project professionals to working on two strategic change programmes.  I have strong business acumen skills and a clear focus on achieving strategic outcomes and building effective relationships. A single mother, I have two children who attend Old Sodbury CofE primary school, I enjoy active challenges and I am passionate about sustainability. 

Neil Hunter,  Co-opted Governor

Christie Choi, Associate Member

Clerk to the Governors - Carole Rowland