Meet the Governors

Mr Thomas Withers

My two eldest children have passed through Meath Green Infants in recent years, and my youngest starts in September 2024. I have never been anything but impressed with the school and the dedication of the whole staff team in making our children's first steps in education so positive. I joined as a governor hoping to play a small part in the life of the school, so that today's pupils and those to come get the same experience as my family have had in recent years. My day-to-day life could not be more different to my role as a governor - I lead regulatory remediation and large-scale change for NatWest Markets, the investment banking arm of the NatWest Group.

Mr Helen Powell (Headteacher)

I joined Meath Green Infants as the headteacher in January 2023, and this is my second headship. The first few years of a child's education help to shape their approach to learning and how they feel about being at school. The children at Meath Green Infants are at the heart of all the decisions that we make. I want the children to take away happy memories of the school and set them on the path to a successful education. I work closely with the governing body to make sure that every child receives the best possible education. It is very helpful to work with governors from different backgrounds and fields of work, and to learn from the experiences they bring to the school.

Mrs Kate Evans

I have been a teacher for over 30 years and have taught in London, Surrey and Sussex. I was Head of the Lower School in three different settings. I have an RSC diploma in Special Educational Needs, teaching both dyslexic children and adults. I am delighted to belong to the team of governors and be part of a school setting.

Mr Chris Schultze

My involvement with the school goes back to the early 1990s when I was a student myself. 30 years later, my children started on their educational journey the same way I did. I felt that joining the board of governors would allow me to support the school in continuing to deliver excellent educational experiences for the parents, students and staff. I'm a keen outdoor enthusiast and a qualified water activities coach. I am actively involved in Scouting locally and at county level. I am proud to be working with the school community to positively impact its delivery of top quality education.

Mrs Jyoti Makolski

I am a credit risk specialist at Deloitte, leading the technical review and challenge for banking audits. I have 20 years of experience in credit risk and model governance, primarily at NatWest Bank. I bring my experience in providing critical review and challenge to help the ongoing success of the school. I'm a mum of a lovely young girl and I'm passionate about helping to improve children's education.

Mrs Sue Hill

I am pleased to have recently joined the board as a co -opted governor. I will bring personal and working life experience of varied caring roles within the NHS, Surrey County Council and the private and voluntary sector supporting the elderly, bereaved and adolescents and young people. I am passionate about the broad welfare of children which includes their access to safe and enjoyable educational learning where they are respected, supported and valued in all their uniqueness. I have lived and worked in and around Horley for 40 years and feel very much part of the community. I have 2 children and 3 grandchildren.