School Governors
If you would like to contact one of the school governors, please email the school office at office@coldfall.haringey.sch.uk and mark the email for the attention of the Governing Body. The email will be forwarded to the appropriate governor.
Please click on the governors names below to find out more about them.
Ted Lowery - Chair & LA Governor
Date appointed: March 2022
Term of Office: March 2026
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions Former parent governor of Muswell HIll Primary School 2005-2013
Biography:
I have been a parent governor since 2012 and before that spent 8 years on the governing board of another local primary school. At Coldfall I sit on the finance and site committee. In my job I am a solicitor working in the construction and energy sector.
Ewan Marshall - Head Teacher
Sevda Kemal - Staff Governor
Date appointed: March 2022
Term of Office: March 2026
Business and financial interests:
Governance in other Institutions
Biography:
I am a teacher at Coldfall Primary School. Aside from being a class teacher, I am the current Year 2 Leader. I look forward to working with the governing body to help support the school in all its future endeavours.
James Bielby - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: July 222
Term of Office: July 2026
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Governance in other Institutions
Biography:
I am a parent of two teenage daughters and have lived in Muswell Hill for more than 20 years. I run a trade association in the food and drink sector, working on issues including school food, including being a member of the School Food Plan Alliance, and the Food Foundation's School Food Review.
Helen Da-Silva - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: November 2024
Term of Office: November 2028
Business and financial interests:
Governance in other Institutions
Biography:
I am the parent of a son at Coldfall. A solicitor who runs her own practice specialising in criminal law. Bringing a mix of skill sets and a different perspective on many levels.
Douglas Blackwood - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: November 2019
Term of Office: November 2023
Business and financial interests:
Governance in other Institutions
Biography:
I have a son and a daughter now attending Coldfall. In my day job I am a doctor in anaesthesia and a clinician researcher. This is my first role as a Parent Governor and I look forward to contributing to Coldfall and being a part of the school over the next few years.
Sinead Queeney - Parent Governor
Date appointed: December 2021
Term of Office: December 2025
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Biography:
Having 15 years experience of teaching in a variety of educational settings, I aspire to be a parent governor that supports and monitors the school's vision by acting as a critical friend. My approach is to advocate for positive change by being an active listener, encouraging honest dialogue and offering solutions. This will all be underpinned by my knowledge and understanding of daily school life and I look forward to positively contributing to the success of the school.
Sebastien Worbs - Parent Governor
Date appointed: June 2021
Term of Office: June 2025
Business and financial interests:
Governance in other Institutions
Biography:
Originally from Germany, I have lived in London for 25 years. My wife Anisha and I have two children at Coldfall. Professionally, I have over 20 years of experience in building and managing digital products and business. The child of a teacher, I loved going to school because it provided a safe and fair environment for figuring out life. As a governor, I would like to help the school team to do the same for our fabulous children, and stand by their side with some of my skills and experience.
Rachael Parker-Stafford - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: November 2023 
Term of Office: November 2027
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Biography:
I have lived in the area for 15 years and have two children at Coldfall Primary School. I work in Human Resouces, with a particular focus on wellbeing and culture, and I hope I can bring these skills to my role as a governor to support this wonderful school. I'm very much looking forward to being part of Coldfall over the next few years.
George Wainwright - Parent Governor
Date appointed: November 2023
Term of Office: November 2027
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Biography:
I have 3 children in Coldfall, and believe the school plays an integral part in the local community. My background is in design which is my profession, and I hope to be able to support the school in any way possible.
Clive Engelbert - Parent Governor
Date appointed: December 2021
Term of Office: December 2025
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Biography:
I have a son in year 4 and a daughter in year 1. I work as a Commercial Finance Manager for a Fibre Company. I am an ex-teacher and a qualified accountant, and I'm keen to support the school in any way I can.
