Mike Fargher
Chair of Local Governing Body
I have had the privilege of being a School Governor for over twenty years. During this time, I have chaired Boards at Infant, Junior and Secondary schools with post 16 provision. I have also worked with schools during challenging times as a Local Authority Appointed Governor to help them improve their provision.
I have always specialised in special needs provision and so have built up a good knowledge of these additional needs. I would like to support the young people at Chelveston Road School using my skills and experience.
Over the years I have learnt the importance of working well with the school’s Senior Team and listening to the views of both students and parents and making informed decisions as a result.
Over my time as a Governor I have seen many young people grow and develop into young adults able to engage and thrive in our ever-changing world. This inspires me to continue this work at Chelveston Road School.
We lead an active lifestyle at home, so I appreciate the benefits that sport and a healthy lifestyle offers, so am very supportive of Chelveston Road School’s work in this area.
I have always been strong on young people benefiting from developing their whole person skills as well as their academic progress. This sets them up for life after school and prepares them for the outside world.
I hope to support Chelveston Road School in this way and see more of our young people become successful young adults.
Should you wish to contact me, you can email me on chair@chelvestonroadschool.org
Robin Carlisle
Since my school days, my life’s been all about business and the passion and diversity of the world of events for global companies like Aston Martin, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Vespa, Dyson, the BBC and others. All hugely enjoyable. Recently we’ve worked in festivals and concerts for the likes of Adele and the Spice Girls, and in Asia, China and Japan for sporting events like the Olympic Games.
My love for cars and technology mixed well with government experiences at No.10 Downing Street, in parliament and working in support of young people and the charity sector. We were hugely privileged to stage events attended by the royal family, including Her Majesty the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Princess Anne.
My personal skills include leadership, management, marketing, and nurturing customer relationships. I enjoy storytelling, whether about a business or with my grandchildren. In addition to my family focus, I’m happiest chatting football, American sports, all things automotive, sailing, our global seas and ocean life, sustainability and future technology.
In my new governor role, I aim to learn quickly, share as much of my time and knowledge as I can, help with the challenges of growth, while helping students on the journey to achieve their dreams, in a safe, happy and healthy life.
Pete Ijewsky
I am currently Deputy Head at an SEN academy in Corby. I have enjoyed teaching and working with young people in Northamptonshire for the past 26 years. For much of that time, I taught Design Technology in large mainstream secondary schools.
I am married with two grown up sons and we have lived in Rushden for the past 28 years. We enjoy skiing, water sports and mountain walking. I have keen interest in cars and love my vintage Land rover 90.
I have a keen interest in learning beyond the classroom and believe that schools should offer a wide and varied curriculum alongside amazing opportunities and experiences that help to create well rounded young people.
Stephen Coley
Is currently seconded to the Trust Board.
Hannah York
