Our Governors

Mrs Linda Whittaker

Hi, I'm Linda Whittaker, a retired Head Teacher, living in Hanging Heaton. As a retired Head Teacher I have extensive experience of working as part of a Govering Body. I have also served as a Governor at another school for eight years where I was Chair of Standards Committee. I have lived in Hanging Heaton for 30 years and my son attended Hanging Heaton school. I believe schools should be at the heart of the community and that all who enter that school should be given the best opportunities for life long learning.

Mrs Mandy Farrar

My name is Mandy Farrar and I am the Safeguarding Governor for Hanging Heaton School.  I am responsible for overseeing safeguarding and child protection arrangements. I work closely with Head teacher and her Deputy to ensure policies and procedures are effective and meet statutory requirements. I am committed to promoting a strong culture of safeguarding so that all pupils feel safe, supported, and able to thrive in school.

Mrs Lindsey Towler

I have been a co-opted governor at Hanging Heaton since September 2019.
My background is in Primary Education - I was a teacher for 37 years and am now retired. I am a member and steward at my local Methodist Church and this plays a big part in my life. For the past three years I have also run a monthly Soup lunch there. I am married with three grown up children, two sons-in-law and three grandchildren. I enjoy helping out with the children and appreciate having a close family.  Since retiring, I have more time to dedicate myself to other things. The Governing Body plays a huge role in the life of a successful school and I love being part of the team at Hanging Heaton and being an involved and supportive governor. My Governor focus is History, Geography and Music as well as The Early Years Curriculum. I support the school in any way I can and have enjoyed going on trips, visiting the school to talk to subject leaders and children and supporting in the delivery of Key Stage 2 SATS.