Welcome to our Governors’ section. Our Governing Body is instrumental in making sure that our school is offering our children an excellent standard of education. During Governing Body meetings, Governors challenge and support the school leadership team to ensure that school staff are held to account for the progress and attainment of all pupils. Governors also carry out regular monitoring activities such as learning walks and book looks to enable them to fully understand the strengths and areas for development for our school. 

Our Chair of Governors is Sharon Wood who can be contacted via our school on 02476387001 or admin2103@Welearn365.com

Meet the Govenors

Sharon Wood - Chair of Governors 

 I am a retired mum of three and grandma of two. My sons attended Chilvers Coton Community Infant School, and my oldest grandson has recently moved up to Queens C of E Junior School. My granddaughter started nursery at Chilvers Coton this September.

Before retiring, I worked as an Early Years Teacher for many years, including as Foundation Stage Co-ordinator and Reception Teacher at Chilvers Coton. I later held roles as Head of School, Designated Safeguarding Lead and SEND Co-ordinator. I feel these experiences are valuable in my current role as a governor, helping the school to continue building and developing its vision and values.

Over the past year, I have built strong relationships with other members of the Governing Body and with the school staff, and I look forward to continuing to develop these. I feel very privileged to be part of the governor team at Chilvers Coton Community Infant School. It is a special place to teach, to attend, and to be part of as a parent community. I plan to support the school as much as I can in delivering the very best educational experience we can offer.

Dan Sanford-Casey - Vice Chair 

I have been a Parent Governor at Chilvers since April 2023. My daughter attended Chilvers until July 2024 and had the most wonderful experience at the school. I wanted to contribute to that experience and offer the school an extra pair of hands. For me, Chilvers is a little haven in the middle of our busy town, where children can truly be themselves while being encouraged and challenged to become the best version of who they are.

I am heavily involved in education, as I am currently an Assistant Headteacher at a secondary school in Coventry, and I am passionate about providing outstanding opportunities for young people. I am a music teacher by background and have previously been Head of Performing Arts and Head of Sixth Form. I am now responsible for teaching and learning, teacher training, teacher development, and in-lesson inclusion for our 1,000 students.

I was delighted to be involved in the recruitment of the wonderful Ms. Hitchcox and to use my educational experience to support the Governing Board in a number of areas.

Amy Shale

 I have been a Co-Opted Governor since 2024. My son attended Chilvers from 2022–2025, and seeing the positive difference the school made to him inspired me to join the Governing Body and play a role in shaping the school for future pupils. I am proud to be part of a strong team who value the wellbeing of both staff and pupils, and who are committed to making a meaningful difference.

In my day-to-day life, I manage the finance and administration for my husband’s gardening business, and I am also a leader at a local Brownie unit.

Sara Bhagatte

I am a co-opted governor and have been fortunate to send all of my children to this wonderful school. With a background in early years, I am passionate about supporting every child and helping to ensure the best possible outcomes for all. I truly value working alongside the school’s dedicated staff and my fellow governors to maintain the warm, friendly, and nurturing environment that makes this school so special.

Tanveer Pathan

I am a father of two girls: the elder has recently completed her time at Chilvers, and the younger will soon be starting her journey here.

Professionally, I am a Principal Engineer at WMG, University of Warwick, where I am the technical lead on a collaborative project with an automotive manufacturer. I also lecture on various aspects of Li-ion batteries. My experience in higher education provides valuable insight that supports my contribution to governance at Chilvers. In addition, I am the General Secretary and policy lead for an educational charity, and I bring experience in organisational governance, team management, financial management, reporting, and community relationship building.

We are extremely fortunate to have a strong, skilled governing board whose members act as supportive yet challenging critical friends to the school, while holding leaders to account. Our shared aim is to maintain our high standards as an outstanding provider of a broad and balanced education.

Chilvers is an important part of the community in which we live, and I am committed to contributing to the school and local area to ensure its continued success. As a parent of children at Chilvers, being a governor also carries personal significance in supporting the school to thrive.

Chloe Marsh

I have been a proud member of teaching staff at Chilvers for over 10 years, and I’m proud to now serve as a staff governor.

I believe that belonging is at the heart of learning and that children flourish when they know they are accepted for who they are. I am passionate about inclusion and celebrating the uniqueness of every child and adult in our school community. I believe every child deserves to feel valued, understood and supported to be the very best version of themselves.

Through my roles in school, I hope to help ensure that every child’s voice is heard, every individual is celebrated, and Chilvers continues to be a place where everyone feels welcome, included and excited to learn.

Business and pecuniary interests

Our Governors annually complete a register of business or pecuniary interests related to their roles as Governors.