Meet the Governors

Welcome to the Thomas Eaton Primary Academy Local Governing Body (LGB).

The LGB exists to:

• Put in place the long term vision and strategic direction of the school
• Monitor the educational performance of the school and its pupils
• Oversee the financial performance of the school and ensure that money is well spent

Our role is to ensure that Thomas Eaton constantly and consistently delivers on its visions and values:  essentially, to ensure that every child achieves the highest possible standards through our relentless focus on high quality teaching and learning.   

The LGB also oversees admission, staff employment and buildings management.

The current LGB comprises:

• Mrs Nicola Webb – Headteacher - date of appointment 1.9.2026
• Stephen Beacher - Chair of Governors - date of appointment 16.07.25
• Graham Lockwood - Vice Chair of Governors - date of appointment 1.1.2023
• Polly Mathieson - Parent Governor - date of appointment 15.12.25
• Sally Briggs - Community Governor - date of appointment 15.12.2025
• Katharine Bultitude – Staff Member - date of appointment 1.12.2017
• Anne Appleby - Staff Member - date of appointment 1.9.2017

Governor Profiles

Stephen Beacher

Stephen has been a resident of Wimblington for over 50 years and is proud to have strong ties to the local community. As a former pupil of Thomas Eaton, and one of at least five generations of his family to attend the school, he appreciates the important role it has played at the heart of village life.

He has worked in local government for 40 years. His career began in public sector finance and audit before moving into ICT, where he has spent 35 years. In addition, he has spent the past decade specialising in emergency planning and civil contingency. A committed lifelong learner, Stephen has studied at four universities and continuously pursued a wide range of academic, vocational, professional, and technical qualifications throughout his career.

Stephen is committed to supporting the school's continued success through effective governance, collaboration, and open communication. He is particularly passionate about maintaining the school's inclusive culture, strengthening its links with the wider community, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. His ambition is to help develop the school for the children of today, build strong foundations for future generations, and cherish the legacy and values that define its past.

Graham Lockwood

I was involved in education in Cambridgeshire for 48 years before retiring in 2020. I began my teaching career in Westwood Junior School in March where I remained for 10 years before moving to King Edward School in Chatteris. I worked as a senior leader and, whilst there undertook a year’s acting headship at Townley School in Christchurch.

I became headteacher of Murrow Primary School in 1986, moving in 2000 to become headteacher of Elm Road Primary School in Wisbech. I retired, after 20 years there, in 2020.

During my career I represented primary schools on various committees.   Although these were interesting and worthwhile experiences my heart was always with my schools and the children in them. Making a difference to children’s lives, must be our foremost goal every day.

Katharine Bultitude

I came to Thomas Eaton 8 years ago as a supply teacher, and somehow never left.  I have taught in primary and secondary (I may have taught some of the Thomas Eaton parents when I worked at Neale Wade), in London,  Botswana and schools across Fenland.  I currently teach Year 6, and it was at Thomas Eaton, particularly in upper key stage 2, that I rediscovered my love for teaching and my passion for helping children to learn.  The school is now a vibrant and exciting place to work, with fascinating new ideas and a great team of staff.  I am proud to be a part of it as a teacher and a governor.

Anne Appleby

I joined the Governing Body when my son started Year 1, having started in pre-school. I felt it was important for me to do whatever I could to support the school and help the leadership team to provide every pupil with the opportunity to get the best start in their education. Having worked in the Banking Industry for 20 years and then Market Research for 2, I felt I had skills that I could share. Whenever I visit as part of my role I see happy children absorbed in lessons, eager to share what they have learnt and being given lots of unique opportunities. Thomas Eaton is a great place to part of.

You can contact the Governors via the school office, any time in the school playground whilst dropping off or collecting your children or by emailing the clerk to the governors Npierson@diamondlearningtrust.com. 

Please read the website for further information on the directors of the Diamond Learning Partnership. 

https://diamondlearningtrust.com/teacher-type/directors-of-tdlpt/