Our Governing Board and Committees
The Governing Board provides strategic leadership and accountability for the school. Governors work with the Headteacher and senior leaders to set the strategic direction of the school, monitor educational performance and ensure that resources are used effectively.
Co-Chairs of Governors
- Mrs Rebecca Eaves
Foundation Governor and Co-Chair of the Governing Board - Mrs Lindsay Christie
Co-opted Governor and Co-Chair of the Governing Board
Rebecca Eaves’ current term runs from 1 November 2023 to 31 August 2027.
Lindsay Christie’s current term runs from 13 November 2025 to 12 November 2029.
Current Governors
| Governor | Type of Governor | Role / Responsibility | Term of Office |
| Mrs Rebecca Eaves | Foundation Governor | Co-Chair of Governing Board; Chair of Admissions | 1 Nov 2023 – 31 Aug 2027 |
| Mrs Lindsay Christie | Co-opted Governor | Co-Chair of Governing Board | 13 Nov 2025 – 12 Nov 2029 |
| Fr Alexander Balzanella | Foundation Governor | Safeguarding Governor | 13 Nov 2025 – 12 Nov 2029 |
| Mrs Clare Campbell | Headteacher | Headteacher Governor | Ex officio |
| Mrs Michelle Auger | Foundation Governor | Governor | 1 Apr 2026 – 31 Aug 2029 |
| Mrs Carolina Marenco | Parent Governor | Governor | 13 Nov 2025 – 12 Nov 2029 |
| Mrs Caroline Piers | Co-opted Governor | SEN Link Governor | 13 Nov 2025 – 12 Nov 2029 |
| Mr Stefan Schrijnen | Foundation Governor | Co-Chair, Finance, Buildings & Personnel Committee | 1 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2029 |
| Mrs Annabelle Ong | Foundation Governor | EDI Link Governor; Co-Chair, Finance, Buildings & Personnel Committee | 1 Mar 2026 – 31 Aug 2029 |
| Mrs Aine Stewart | Parent Governor | Governor | 13 Nov 2025 – 12 Nov 2029 |
| Mr Diarmaid Ward | Local Authority Governor | 26 Mar 2024 – 25 Mar 2028 | |
| Mr Liam McCormick | Staff Governor | Governor | 20 Sep 2026 – 19 Sep 2029 |
Governing Board Committees
Academy and Admissions Committee
Chair: Mrs Rebecca Eaves
The committee considers matters relating to admissions and other delegated responsibilities of the Governing Board.
Current membership includes:
- Mrs Michelle Auger
- Fr Alexander Balzanella
- Mrs Clare Campbell
- Mrs Lindsay Christie
- Mrs Rebecca Eaves
- Mr Stefan Schrijnen
Curriculum & Achievement Committee
Chair: to be confirmed
The Curriculum & Achievement Committee monitors the quality of education, pupil outcomes and the effectiveness of teaching, learning and the curriculum.
Current membership shown in the committee record includes:
- Mrs Rebecca Eaves
- Mrs Carolina Marenco
- Mrs Caroline Piers
- Mrs Clare Campbell
Finance, Buildings & Personnel Committee
Co-Chairs: Mr Stefan Schrijnen and Mrs Annabelle Ong
The committee oversees the school budget, staffing, premises and financial management.
Current membership includes:
- Mrs Clare Campbell
- Mrs Lindsay Christie
- Mr Stefan Schrijnen
- Mrs Annabelle Ong
- Mrs Aine Stewart
- Mr Diarmaid Ward
Other Panels and Committees
The Governing Board may also convene panels or committees as required, including:
- Complaints Panel
- Pay Review and Headteacher Appraisal
- Parent Complaint Stage 2 Panel
- other statutory or delegated panels as required
Governors Who Have Served During the Previous 12 Months
| Governor | Type of Governor | Date term ended |
| Mr Fabio Petito | Foundation Governor | 31 Aug 2026 |
Governor Attendance 2025/26
Governors are expected to attend Full Governing Board meetings and relevant committee meetings throughout the academic year.
The school maintains an annual record of governor attendance.
Register of Business and Pecuniary Interests
Governors are required to declare any relevant business, financial or personal interests that could affect their role as a governor.
The school maintains and publishes a register of governors’ business and pecuniary interests.
Contacting the Governing Board
Correspondence for the Co-Chairs of Governors can be sent via the school office:
St Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Primary School
Northolme Road
London
N5 2UX
Email: info@st-joanofarc.islington.sch.uk