Our Governors
Mrs Ann Marise Tann - Chair
Foundation Diocese
I have been a school governor for about 30 years, first as a teacher and deputy head, where I was the staff representative and then as headteacher of a local primary school. I have been associated with All Saints for about 15 years working with colleagues and, since my retirement, I feel privileged to continue that association as a governor. I am passionate about getting the best outcomes for the children in our care, both academically and pastorally to develop confident, happy and well rounded children.
Mrs Brigid Anne Walters
Headteacher
I live locally with my family in Farnham. Professionally I have amassed seventeen years of teaching in Early Years, Key Stage 1 and 2 in a range of schools. Prior to joining All Saints I was a successful year leader in a Surrey Primary School for 6 years. I am passionate about children’s education.
Mrs Jane Elizabeth Sylvester
Foundation Governor
I bring over 20 years of ecperience as a professional opera and musical theatre performer, having worked in both the UK and USA, including musical productions in London's West End. I hold a master's degree in music and have taught singing in the Farnham area for almost 20 years, supporting students at schools such as Edgeborough and Frensham Heights through ABRSM vocal exams and musical development.
Alongside my music work, I have also spent 8 years as an EYFS nursery assistant, giving me a strong understanding of early years education and the vital role it plays in laying the foundations for learning and wellbeing.
As the link governor for both EYFS and Music, I'm passionate about supporting creativity, curiosity and confidence in young learners. I'm looking forward to contribuitng to the school's ongoing development in these areas and helping to ensure that all children thrive in a nuturing and inspring environment
Mr Ross Trevor Alexander Sadler
Foundation Governor
Ross is a qualified Architect successfully working across the residential and ecclesiastical sectors. Parallel to this, he has a passion of education, recently taking up the mantel of Foundation Governor for All Saints Infant School Telford alongside the occasional Guest Lecturer visit to the University of Portsmouth.
Ross looks forward to working with the School and other Governors in bolstering All Saint's existing nurturing environment and guiding the school into the future.
Reverend Benjamin Cahill-Nicholls
Ex Officio
Ben has been parish priest of All Saints Tilford since June 2024. He combines this ministry with his role as Chief Executive of Clergy Support Trust, the largest and oldest charity supporting Anglican ministers and their families, since 2020. In 2023, the Trust helped more a fifth of Church of England priests, and scores of others in Wales, Scotland and Ireland, with their financial, mental and physical wellbeing.
After studying Music at Cambridge University, Ben began his career in the civil service, and was an adviser to both the Laming Report and the House of Commons Education Committee. He subsequently held senior posts in the education sector, including at Newham College and Charterhouse School, and in corporate philanthropy. Following three years’ formation at St Augustine’s College, Ben was ordained in 2021, and previously served as curate at Holy Trinity with St Mary's in Guildford.
Ben has been a trustee of several charities, including as founder-chair of the youth arts charity RicNic; is a Fellow of the Westminster Abbey Institute; and has been a governor of three Church of England schools. He lives with his wife, son, daughter and two cats in Tilford Vicarage, next door to the school.
Mrs Polly May Sedgwick
Staff
I hold a degree in Childhood and Youth studies, which led me to pursue a career in education through compeltion of my PGCE. I have been teaching for eight years, with experience across both year one and year two. I currently lead English, as well as Art and Design Technology at All Saints. I chose to become a governor because i believe it is vital for staff to have a voice in shaping the direction of our school..
Mr Attique Rana
LA
Olivia Margaret Babbington
Parent Governor
Both my children attend All Saints Infant school, my eldest is in Year 2 and my youngest is currently in Reception. I am really passionate about the school and part of the Tilford community so excited be part of the governor. I have worked at GSK (most recently Haleon after we divested our brands) for 14 yrs across numerous roles in Sales, Operations, Execution and most recently in marketing across oral health such as Sensodyne, Pain relief and currently Vitamins and Minerals, Centrum leading a team.
Mrs Alice Louise Robinson
Foundation PCC
My son is currently a pupil at All Saints school. My two daughters were there previously. They have all been very happy there. As a family we attend All Saints Church in the village. I am a part time teacher at a primary school locally, and grew up nearby.
Mr Mark Robert Peachey
Foundation PCC
Mark has a background in finance and currently works as Group Treasurer for an international organisation spanning commercial businesses, rural estate management and support for philanthropic initiatives.
Mark aims to bring long-term perspectives and a knowledge of the external macroeconomic environment to the school, and has a passion for helping provide a supportive and engaging environment for every All Saints pupil in their journey at the school.
Educated at Cambridge University and Durham University, Mark lives with his family in Tilford. He is a Fellow of the Association of Corporate Treasurers and a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Governors who have left during the past 12 months:
Jayne Griffiths 27.03.25 - 26.03.2030 - Stood down 22.09.25
Ann Gunn 29.01.21 - 28.09.2025 - Stood down 18.07.25
Naseer Taheem 04.09.22 - 04.02.2026 - Stood down 12.02.25
The School’s Governing Body’s key responsibilities are:
- To ensure clarity of vision, values and strategic direction of the school
- To hold the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff
- To oversee the financial performance of the school and make sure its money is well spent
Other duties include:
- Determining how the school's budget is spent
- The appointing and dismissing of staff
- Hearing appeals and grievances
- Forming policy on the school's curriculum and collective worship
- Setting standards for pupils' behaviour and discipline
- Making sure school buildings are welcoming and safe
- Setting and monitoring the school's aims and policies
Membership of the Governing Body
The Governing Body for All Saints is a group of 10 people made up of:
- 6 foundation governors (1 ex-officio), 2 nominated by the Diocese of Guildford and 3 nominated by the Tilford Parochial Church Council (TPCC))
- 2 parents elected by parents
- 0 member of staff elected by staff
- 1 head teacher
- 1 local authority representative of the local authority (nominated by Surrey County Council)
The Governing Body meets at least three times a year when, amongst other work, it considers the recommendations of its two major committees – Children & Standards and Resources.
The current composition of the Governing Body is as follows:
Foundation Governors (6) plus Ex Officio (1)
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Appointed by |
From |
To |
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Vacancy Ann Tann |
Diocese of Guildford Diocese of Guildford |
n/a 03.11.23 |
n/a 02.11.27 reappointment |
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Jane Sylverster |
Diocese of Guildford |
11.07.24 |
10.07.28 |
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Alice Robinson |
TPCC |
28.09.21 |
27.09.25 reappointment in process |
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Ross Sadler |
TPCC |
20.10.24 |
19.10.28 |
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Mark Peachey |
TPCC |
06.06.24 |
05.06.29 |
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Ben Cahill-Nichols |
Ex Officio |
08.06.24 |
07.06.29 |
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Parent Governors (2) Elected by From To
| Liv Babbington | Parent Body | 20.10.23 | 19.10.27 |
| Vacancy | |||
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Staff Governors (2) |
Elected by |
From |
To |
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Polly Sedgwick |
Staff |
September 2024 |
N/A |
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Brigid Walters |
Ex-officio (as Headteacher) |
September 2023 |
N/A |
Local Authority Governor (1)
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Nominated by |
From |
To |
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Mr Attique Rana |
LA |
15.5.25 |
14.5.2029 |
Associate Members
There are currently no Associate Members, with specific expertise and experience, who have been appointed. Associate Members do not have voting rights on the Governing Body.
Specific Responsibilities
Chair of Governors – Ann Tann
Vice- Chair – Mark Peachey
Link Safeguarding – Ann Tann
Link Governor – Vacancy
Inclusion/SEND – Ann Tann
Honorary Treasurer – Mark Peachey
Governors' Fund, Trust Fund and School House - Mark Peachey
PE and PP - Ann Tann
Building Development - Ross Sadler
Health & Safety - Alice Robinson
The Curriculum - Alice Robinson
Religious Education - Ben Cahill-Nichols (Ex Officio)
EYFS - Jane Sylvester
FOAS Link - Liv Babbington
Public Relations, Community Link - Olivia Babbington
Safer Recruitment - Brigid Walters, Ann Tann, Ben Cahill-Nichols
Health & Well-being - Ann Tann
Staff & Well-being - Polly Sedgwick
Membership of the Children & Standards Committee (clerked)
Brigid Walters
Alice Robinson (Chair)
Ann Tann
Ben Cahill-Nichols (Ex Officio)
Polly Sedgwick
Jane Sylvester
Vacancy
Membership of the Resources Committee (clerked)
Mark Peachey (Chair)
Brigid Walters
Ann Tann
Olivia Babbington
Ross Sadler
Vacancy
Membership of the Pay Review Committee (clerked)
Ann Tann (Chair)
Mark Peachey
Ben Cahill-Nichols
Brigid Walters
Membership of the Head Teacher's Performance Management Panel
Ann Tann (Chair)
Olivia Babbington
Vacancy
Membership of the Admissions Committee (clerked)
Ben Cahill- Nichols (Ex Officio) (Chair)
Brigid Walters
Ann Tann
Jane Sylvester
Membership of the Governance Committee (clerked)
Ann Tann (Chair)
Mark Peachey
Alice Robinson
SFVS Working Group
Ann Tann
Mark Peachey
Olivia Babbington
Pupil Discipline, Staff Disciplinary and Staff Disciplinary Appeal Committees are convened as required.
The Clerk to the Governing Body is
Jules Williams:
All belonging under the umbrella of God's love, we enable children to flourish in His beautiful world as we love one another, persevere in learning and experience joy.
