Governors (ID 1387)

• Adepeju Mobaolorunduro
  Chair of Governors
  Adepeju Mobaolorunduro

  As Chair of Governors, I bring over 20 years of senior leadership experience in education, with a strong focus on improving outcomes, inclusion, and strategic development. I am committed to ensuring every child receives a high-quality education in a supportive and ambitious environment. As a member of the Black Leadership Group, I actively promote equality and representation in leadership. I am proud to work with governors and school leaders to ensure the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

• Lisa Chandika
  Co-Opted
  Lisa Chandika

  I am a co-opted governor at Orion Blenheim and work in Deals Advisory at a Big Four accounting firm, specialising in financial due diligence.

  As a local resident and parent, I am passionate about contributing to the community and supporting a school where every child can thrive in a safe and inclusive environment.

  My focus is on the wellbeing of both pupils and staff, recognising that a positive school culture underpins strong teaching and learning.

• Sameer Durbhaka
  Co-Opted
  Sameer Durbhaka

  I am a co‑opted governor at Orion Blenheim and bring extensive experience from senior roles in data management, governance, and transformation across global institutions. I have always been passionate about education and strongly believe that good governance and clear systems help create the best environment for children to succeed.

  It is a privilege to serve the Orion Blenheim community and I am committed to helping the school maintain strong standards, clear communication, and a supportive environment where every child can thrive. I value collaboration and enjoy working with staff, families, and fellow governors to support the school's continued development.

• Jai Manchaldore
  Co-Opted
  Jai Manchaldore

  My educational and career journey has had many highs and lows but been quite an interesting and positive one. I have learnt a great deal about how collaborative, inclusive and team work can lead to greater success. To say a few words about myself, I work for an investment bank as a Strat, ours is a small family of three, my son started school this year.

  I am very passionate about bringing community together through events and other activities, and involving and encouraging everyone to actively take part which benefits the society.

  When I learnt about Governor opportunity through my workplace CSR, I was excited to take part actively and contribute in developing a positive school culture. I was lucky to get this opportunity at Orion Blenheim and am keen to share my expertise, skills, contacts and knowledge in related areas to bring positive impact in school governance.

• Brian Sweatman
  Co-Opted
  Brian Sweatman

  I was lucky to have the benefit of a good state education that encouraged my natural curiosity and desire to understand how things worked. It enabled me to pursue a career in science, working in Research & Development for a large pharmaceutical company. Although now retired, I still have a keen interest in recent advances in science, technology and innovation, but also have a little more time to help a new generation develop their own curiosity and wonder also discovering new and passions.

  I have been a school governor for many years and have always worked with the schools, and their communities, to provide safe and attractive environments in which the children can learn and a curriculum enriched with extra cultural, sports and educational experiences. I hope that we can provide a breadth of experience at Orion Blenheim that will give our children the opportunity to discover new interests and develop the skills that will enable them to become independent and successful in our rapidly changing world.

• Vacancy
  Co-Opted
  Vacancy

• Vacancy
  Co-Opted
  Vacancy

• Shaulene Ayton
  Parent Governor
  Shaulene Ayton

  As a parent of two children attending Orion Blenheim Primary School, I am passionate about supporting our local community. Joining the governing body in 2023 allowed me to contribute to the school's wider vision, ensuring every child feels safe and encouraged to reach their full potential. My ten-year career as a mental health community worker has equipped me with a non-judgemental approach, listening skills and empathy needed to support young people. My goal is to join the Bromley youth mentoring team. Looking to use my professional background to help children build the resilience and well-being they need for a positive future

• Vacancy
  Parent Governor
  Vacancy

• Miss G Williams
  Staff Governor
  Miss G Williams

  I am thrilled to be a staff governor for Orion Blenheim. I joined Orion Blenheim in 2018 and have taught across many year groups as well as leading on a range of subject leads.
  
  I am currently the year 2 class teacher, Early Reading Lead, PE and Sports Lead and PSHE Lead. I strongly believe that as a school, we must provide the very best outcomes for all of our children.
  
  Throughout my career at Orion Blenheim, I have continued my professional development and have recently achieved a Level 5 Professional PE Qualification as well as currently studying for my NPQSL.
  
  I believe it's vital for everyone – children and staff – to feel safe and happy to enable them to do their very best in school and fulfil their full potential.

• Mrs S Williams
  Staff Governor
  Mrs S Williams

  I have proudly served at Orion Blenheim for the past ten years, working across various year groups and gaining a deep understanding of our school community. I currently teach our enthusiastic Year 2 class, a role I find incredibly rewarding.

  As the English Lead, I am passionate about fostering a love of Literacy throughout the school. I work closely with teaching staff to support the delivery of high-quality English lessons, helping our children develop strong reading and writing skills that will empower them throughout their academic journey and beyond.

  Being a staff governor allows me to contribute to the wider vision of our school. I am committed to supporting its continued growth and success, and I take great pride in being part of a team that strives to provide the very best for our pupils.

• Ms R. De-Graft Incoom
  Principal
  Ms R. De-Graft Incoom

  I have worked in education for the past 23 years in different roles across different schools, both primary and secondary schools. My career started as a learning support assistant working with children with children with high level of special educational needs in mainstream and special schools.

  I have great passion for what I do and building a strong mindset, resilience, self-discipline, self -efficacy in every child is the starting point of everything I do. I believe every child can overcome the challenges they face in this world if they have a strong mental health and this drives a lot of the work that I do and enables every child to achieve great outcomes- behaviour, personal development attitude to learning, academic achievement and so on

  I love sports and basketball is one I like to play when I can. I am really enjoy being the principal and a governor at Orion Blenheim and it brings me so much satisfaction to see our children and community thrive.