Governors (ID 1281)

• Daniel Coppin
  Chair of Governors - Local Governing Body
  Daniel Coppin

  Having had a successful career with Transport for London for 36.5 years finishing my career as a Service Control Manager. Managing a team of over 100 performance staff and working alongside various Heads of Departments and Directors, gaining knowledge and experience of Health & Safety, performance and strategic management.

  Having extensive knowledge of school governance, starting out as a parent governor and having been linked to various roles including H&S, safeguarding, SEND and Early Years.

  I am currently chair of governors to Four maintained schools in Luton and the surrounding areas.

• Asim Syed
  Vice-Chair of Governors
  Asim Syed

  I have 15+ years’ experience leading technology strategy, global platforms, digital roadmap and high impact digital transformations for diverse technology-driven companies, including PEOPLESAFE (24/7 all workers protection devices), ONEOCEAN (global navigation solutions) and LONDON LUTON AIRPORT (large-scale business critical technology operations). Deploying a digital first / innovation mindset to bring next generation capability and solutions.

  I am delighted to be Vice-Chair of Lime Tree Academy, my own two children currently attend the school. I am keen to see the school move forwards and help drive improvement.

• Julia Turner
  Safeguarding Governor
  Julia Turner

  I have lived in Houghton Regis for many years and have a long-standing connection with the newly named Lime Tree Primary Academy.

  I am the Safeguarding Governor and Send Governor on the Local Governing Board.

  I am keen for Lime Tree to be involved as much as possible with the Community and for the children to enjoy all that it has to offer in order to enrich their education and life experiences, so as to help them fulfil their potential.

  My working life was spent in the NHS and also in the hospitality sector.

• Jimmy Carroll
  Governor
  Jimmy Carroll

  Jimmy Caroll
  I am a long term resident of Houghton Regis and I know the area in detail. I contribute to many local events and I serve the community as a Town Councillor for the Parkside ward and I am currently the Town Mayor.

  
  My working life was in the NHS in the hospital and as ambulance crew.
  I am a keen member of the Houghton Regis Heritage Society and have a vast knowledge of the history of the town which I am keen to share.

  
  I have a strong commitment to serving the local community and am glad to support Lime Tree as a governor.

• Antonia Ryan
  Governor
  Antonia Ryan

  As a proud former pupil of this school, I am honoured to serve as a governor, bringing my deep-rooted links and a wealth of experience. With eight years as a Central Bedfordshire Councillor, I have a longstanding commitment to education.
  
  During my tenure on the Children Services Committee, I championed continuous improvement in education standards, ensuring that no child would be left behind. A notable achievement of mine was the transformative work on Special Education Needs, spearheading a cultural change and significant investment in this crucial area.
  
  I am excited about the journey ahead, working collaboratively to usher in numerous improvements, making Limetree a shining light for education within the community.

• Sue Thorne
  Governor
  Sue Thorne

  I have a strong interest in children as a mother and grandmother. I have led Beavers and Cub Scouts and I lead Mother and Toddler sessions at the Salvation Army HQ in Dunstable.

  I undertake other works for the Salvation Army helping people of all kinds who have need of their services.
  I am a trustee of the local branch of the Citizens' Advice Bureau.

  
  Until recently I was a Town Councillor for one of the Houghton Regis wards.
  I am keen to use my experience to support the children at Lime Tree Academy and their families

• Gillian Greenleas
  Parent Governor
  Gillian Greenleas

  I am a parent governor at Limetree Academy , my son attends the school. I am keen to support the school and ensure that pupils get the best start through education.

  
  I have worked for eleven years in the Care industry looking after vulnerable adults and looking out for their best interests. I have management experience as well as being hands on.
  I volunteer for St John's Ambulance helping people of all ages.

  
  I am in the school every day, I attend many school events as a parent and am on the receiving end of the school's systems and communications all of which supports my knowledge of the school and informs my contribution as a governor.