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Our Governance

¿ìèÊÓÆµ is part of . The Danes Educational Trust Board has responsibility for the operation of the Trust, but delegates some of the responsibilities to a local level. Therefore, schools within the Trust have a School Board, comprising local Governors. The School Board holds 4 meetings per year. In addition, each School Board has an Admissions Committee and a Senior Staff Pay and Remuneration Committee.

For goveranance documents, structure and financial information about the Trust, including the school's funding agreement please see the .

To contact the Chair of Governors or request the minutes of the School Board meetings, please email governors@scd.herts.sch.uk 

School Board of ¿ìèÊÓÆµ

Below you will find further details of our School Board. 

Steve clarke 300dpiMr Steve Clarke (Chair)

Steve Clarke was appointed co-opted governor in September 2019 and he has a son currently at the school. Steve is co-founder of a technology consultancy and he has also been a corporate Chief Technology Officer. As a result, he is particularly interested in helping develop the school’s technology strategy and capability and the student’s engagement with STEM. Steve is the community link governor for staff.

 

HEC Nominated Governors:

     Shane MMrs Shane Markanday

Shane was appointed as a Co-opted Governor in June 2021. She is an experienced accountant currently working as an Internal Audit Manager at a large global banking group. Shane has had varied experience managing and delivering a range of specialist reviews across both the public and private sector including HR, Finance, Operations and Compliance. She is passionate about inclusion and diversity and the importance of wellbeing at work. Shane is the community link governor for parents and the wider community.     

 

MrStefan Stefan Simons

Stefan was appointed as a Co-opted Governor in March 2024. He brings 25 years of experience of working for financial services companies in the City. Stefan is a Technology Director at an international financial services company. Stefan is a father to four children who are at various stages in their education, ranging from university to primary school. In his spare time, he enjoys all sports, particularly football.

 

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Paul Read was appointed a co-opted governor in October 2024. He is the link governor for staff. Currently working for his own consultancy company, he has over 20 years experience working in the private sector and public sector. Paul has experience in running large operations as well as commercial and procurement functions. He is passionate about bringing the best out of people and creating environments where everyone can thrive.

      

Elected Staff Governor:


Henry fryMr Henry Fry 

Henry Joined the School in January 2016 and was appointed as staff governor in December 2023. Henry has over ten years teaching experience working in various educational settings including secondary and higher education where he has been involved in teacher training.

 

Elected Parent Governors:

BlachaMrs Jaime-Lee Keen

Jaime-Lee has a son in Year 9 and twin girls joining the school in September 2023. She believes she will bring a sound parent perspective to the governor role. Jaime-Lee currently works at Deloitte, where she is a senior management consultant alongside mentoring early talent. Prior to this she worked at NHS England in young people’s mental health, policy and transformation team. Jaime-Lee is the community link governor for vulnerable learners.

 

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Mr Danny Kindell

Danny was appointed a parent governor in 2023 and has two sons at the school. For the past seven years, Danny has also been involved in the SCD Business Mentoring Programme. Danny is a former student and former Head Boy of the school in 1992. Following his time at St Clement Danes, Danny was awarded a 4 Year Soccer Scholarship at the University of Hartford, Connecticut USA. On returning to the UK Danny joined the family IT business, NBM Technology Solutions Ltd and after holding various roles in the Company, became Managing Director in 2004. Danny is the community link governor for SEND.

 

Headteacher: 

Mr Toby Sutherland

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Mr Sutherland joined ¿ìèÊÓÆµ in September 2017 as Deputy Headteacher before being appointed Headteacher in January 2018. He joined us from Queens’ School, Bushey where he was Deputy Headteacher for four years. Mr Sutherland is a member of the Education Advisory Group for Challenge Partners, an organisation of 500 schools nationally supporting school improvement. He also Chairs the Herts and Bucks Challenge Partner Hub of twelve schools and is currently the Chair for the South West Herts Consortium group of Secondary schools. 

 

 

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Posted on: 19th December

Charities Week 2025

The halls of ¿ìèÊÓÆµ have been buzzing with holiday cheer this week as the annual Charities Week is officially in full swing. As the Autumn Term draws to a close, pupils and staff have united to raise vital funds for three incredible causes: Endometriosis UK, Spread a Smile, and Herts Young ¿ìèÊÓÆµless. The school is alive with the spirit of giving, driven by a jam packed ‘Advent’ schedule designed to get everyone involved in the fundraising efforts. This year’s itinerary has been filled with exciting activities, ranging from pupil led lessons and a "Mystery Bucket" challenge to the competitive excitement of the "Elf Auction" and various competitions. Pupils have also enjoyed the classic "Sponge the Teacher" event and a visit to Santa’s Grotto, ensuring the festive atmosphere is matched only by the community’s generosity. Beyond the classroom activities, pupils have been sharing the festive spirit with the wider community. On 18th December, the SCD Senior Choir paid a special visit to Chorleywood Manor Care ¿ìèÊÓÆµ. The residents were treated to a beautiful selection of Christmas carols, featuring performances by members of the Chamber Choir, Evensong Choir, and the Barbershop Choir. Year 12 pupils Immy and Chrissie noted that "it was a very joyful occasion and it was lovely to see the residents joining in and looking so happy." The success of such a busy week relies heavily on pupil leadership, and the school extends a massive vote of thanks to Year 13 for their incredible hard work and dedication. Their enthusiasm have been the driving force behind this week's fundraising efforts. The week is set to conclude on Friday with the Grand Finale: the highly anticipated Sixth Form Revue, promising a spectacular end to a week of community, charity and celebration.