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Femi Afolabi is a senior telecommunications executive with over 20 years of experience leading network strategy, governance, and large‑scale transformation across complex, multi‑vendor mobile environments.

Felix is a CIPD certified HR professional and has had a long career as an HR consultant and project manager. He became a governor in early 2021 in line with his passion for developing the ‘next generation’ through education and opportunities.

With over 30 years experience in primary education, many of which were at St Bede's, Ellen has a sound understanding of the developments and current challenges in schools.

Grace has been teaching at St Bede's since qualifying in September 2017. Her interests are in the development of the Early Years Curriculum and the teaching and learning of music across the school.

Joseph has a wealth of experience in project and product management. He has led complex, multi-skilled teams globally to deliver successful solutions to business challenges. He uses emerging technologies like Automation and AI to achieve this.

Angel Okafor, an accomplished IT professional with significant experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions that solve complex business problems, improve efficiency, and drive growth. Committed to volunteering and active service, Angel believes in giving back through meaningful engagement and helping create opportunities for every learner to succeed.

Andrew was a secondary school Geography teacher for 29 years before transitioning to the primary stage at St Bede’s. Andrew has a passion for creative learning and looking outside “the box”.

Liz was a secondary school teacher for 27 years before moving to work for Hampshire County Council, where she was the county manager for the special educational needs service.

Fr John has been a priest for over thirty-two years. For much of that time he has been a Parish Priest. He holds degrees in Pastoral Studies and Healthcare Chaplaincy. Fr John has always enjoyed his engagement with schools both as a Chaplain and as a Foundation Governor.

Alex is a Strategic Feasibility Senior Manager for clinical development studies. She transitioned from Academia to the Pharmaceutical industry 10 years ago, following a PhD in Cardiovascular Disease and a Postdoctoral position in Nutrition and Immunology.