Mrs Emily Bartram

My connection with Radwinter CofE Primary School began as a parent when my son joined the school in 2020. When I was appointed Headteacher in September 2021, it felt a genuine privilege to lead a school that I already knew and loved. Having grown up locally and attended a Church of England primary school myself, I have always valued the unique blend of academic excellence, Christian values and strong community that schools like Radwinter provide.

As Headteacher, I am passionate about ensuring every child is able to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Our vision, Growing and Learning Together to Embrace Life in all Its Fullness, sits at the heart of all we do, and I am proud to lead a school where children feel valued, supported and inspired to achieve their very best. Since becoming Headteacher, I have been proud to lead the school through a period of significant growth and development, including achieving an Ofsted judgement of Outstanding for Leadership and Management and Personal Development in 2024.

Alongside my role at Radwinter, I serve on a number of local and county-wide educational groups, including the Essex Primary Heads' Association (EPHA) Executive Committee as the North Uttlesford Representative. I am also the Uttlesford Primary Heads Lead, a member of the Uttlesford Schools Consortium Management Group and contribute to local authority SEND panels. These roles provide valuable opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues across Essex to improve outcomes for children and families.

Outside of school, I live in nearby Saffron Walden with my husband and two children. I enjoy singing, baking celebration cakes for family and friends and continuing to develop my professional knowledge and understanding of educational practice. I hold National Professional Qualifications in Headship, SENCO and Executive Leadership, and remain committed to ensuring that every child receives the very best educational experience.

Mr Paul Allington

I am a foundation governor (DBE) and I sit on the Resources, Pay and HPMR Committees, I am also the Health and Safety governor and take a keen interest in computing and science. I have been a governor at Radwinter since 2019, joining to be involved in and help the school.

Mrs Gaetanne Fuller

I am very proud to be Class Teacher for Hedgehog Class at Radwinter. I am also the EYFS and English lead. I have a particular interest in SEND. I am passionate about Early Years, having taught Reception for many years. I also enjoy leading the Uttlesford EYFS Partnership group, bringing together local Reception Teachers. I became staff governor in 2021 and I sit on the Resources Committee. When I'm not having fun with Hedgehog Class, I like to knit, travel and walk Cash, my wire haired Dachshund and spend time with Michael my husband and our two boys.

Mrs Lois Rooney

I feel incredibly proud and blessed to teach at such an amazing, friendly and hard working school. I joined in 2021 and quickly felt like I belonged to the school community. I am an Associative Governor, sitting on the Learning and Development Committee and am very passionate about continually enhancing our provision and the educational experiences of our pupils.  I currently teach Swift Class (Year 5 and 6) and am subject leader for RE, PSHRE and PE as well as being an assistant Head.  Outside of school I am an avid netballer (playing for Saffron Walden Netball Club), a keen baker and an active member of Saffron Walden Community Church.  I also like to swim, garden, play mini-golf and spend time exploring the world with my husband Calum and our two daughters.

Mrs Jane Richardson

We moved to Radwinter in 1996 and my younger son Matthew attended Radwinter School. He loved the school and was wonderfully supported throughout his time here, whilst always being encouraged to make his own unique contribution to school life. After reading music at university, I trained as an accountant in London. I was a tax partner in a Cambridge firm for 10 years before changing careers completely to teach curriculum music at an independent prep school in Cambridge. As well as class teaching, I was involved in all the school concerts and productions, which I loved. I am delighted to be appointed PCC governor and to be given the opportunity to support our excellent village school. As the daughter of two teachers, I have had an interest in education all my life and I very much hope the experience and skills I have picked up in my varied career will be helpful to the school. I am passionate about Arts education in schools in particular, and as a Foundation governor I am very supportive of the school's Christian ethos. I am also the governor responsible for Special Needs and Pupil Premium, which is a particular area of interest to me.

Mrs Annika Fox

As a new parent governor with a son at the school, I am looking forward to working with the Head, all staff and the other governors to help the school achieve it's strategic goals and to allow all the pupils to flourish.

I attended Radwinter myself before going on to SWCHS and then to Sheffield University where I studied French and Hispanic Studies and subsequently a Masters in translation. During this time I worked in education both in the UK and abroad and I find helping children grow their knowledge, skills and confidence, extremely rewarding.

Over the last fifteen years, I have worked as an executive assistant within the financial sector. In addition to work and family life I enjoy spending time by the sea with our two dogs, reading and dabbling in various hobbies.

Mrs Sarah Abbott

I'm Sarah, a Parent Governor at Radwinter. It is a privilege to be part of the Governing Board and offer support to the staff, families and children at Radwinter School. Both my sons attend the school and have been well supported with the social, emotional and educational needs. I hope to bring my experience as a teacher, SENCO and from my role as Inclusion Partner to support the passion and vision of staff to provide the best possible educational experience for all children within our school.

Mrs Charlotte Davies

I live in the centre of Radwinter and have been a governor at Radwinter Primary since 2017. I have a son and daughter attending the school. I sit on the Resources Committee. After graduating from Leeds University with a degree in English Literature and Language, I qualified as a solicitor. I worked for many years as an employment lawyer at large City law firms, as well as in-house advising on all areas of employment law, including litigation in the Employment Tribunal and High Court. I am now Head of Knowledge and Innovation at a national firm, Michaelmores, based across their London and Cambridge offices. I provide strategic advice to the firm on the management of legal knowledge, legal tech and AI. Outside of work I enjoy theatre and film, exploring the countryside and the Norfolk coast with my family and dogs, as well as renovating our period home.

Mrs Sarah McSweeney

I have had a long association with Radwinter Primary School as my children attended the school some years ago. Prior to joining the school I worked in the Police Service, and more recently ran my own business providing educational opportunities for foreign students. I qualified as a Governance Professional in 2024 and am privileged to be able to work with the Governing Body, supporting their valuable work.

In my spare time I am a voracious reader and crocheter.

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Gemma Griffiths

I am so pleased to join the Governing Board at Radwinter CofE Primary School as a Foundation Governor

I served in the British Army for 14 years as an Education and Training Services Officer, including a deployment to Afghanistan in 2012 as a female engagement officer. I hold a Master's degree in education and innovation and am passionate about the transformative power of education and ensuring all children have the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

After the birth of my second child I left the Army to focus on raising my family. My husband continues to serve in the Armed Forces, and our family moved to Wimbish in 2025. Our two daughters attend Radwinter, and I am delighted to serve as part of the school community.