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: Parent governor of Muswell Hill Primary School 2005-2013 and co-opted governor of Haringey Alternative Provision 2018 – 2021.
Biography:
I have been a governor of Coldfall since 2012 and before that I spent 8 years on the governing board of another local primary school. At Coldfall I sit on the governing board’s finance and site committee and human resources committee. In my day job I am a solicitor working in the construction and energy sector.
Ewan Marshall - Head Teacher
Rhianna Roberts - Staff Governor
Date appointed: October 2025
Term of Office: October 2029
Business and financial interests:
Governance in other Institutions: Black Educators’ Network: Committee member
Biography:
I am a class teacher at Coldfall Primary School and have worked here since 2020 across various year groups. I am a member of the Racial Equity Group and became a staff governor to represent staff fairly and ensure their voices are heard in school decision-making. I am passionate about Coldfall and proud of the hard work staff do every day to support and enrich the lives of our children.
Douglas Blackwood - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: November 2019
Term of Office: November 2027
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions: None
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.
Helen Da-Silva - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: November 2024
Term of Office: November 2028
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions: None
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.
James Bielby - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: September 2022
Term of Office: September 2026
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions: None
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.
Karen Taylor - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: September 2025
Term of Office: September 2029
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions: None
Biography:
I have three boys, one of whom is currently at Coldfall. I have been a teacher for over 20 years and am currently Assistant Head at another Haringey Primary School, where I lead on the curriculum and teaching and learning. I hope to be able to use my skills as an educator to support the school in continuing to move forward, positively contributing to their success.
Thuto Mali - Co-opted Governor
Date appointed: June 2025
Term of Office: July 2029
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Governance in other Institutions:
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George Wainwright - Parent Governor
Date appointed: November 2023
Term of Office: November 2027
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions: None
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.
Sebastien Worbs - Parent Governor
Date appointed: September 2022
Term of Office: September 2026
Business and financial interests: None
Governance in other Institutions: None
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.
Susie Martin - Parent Governor
Date appointed: November 2025
Term of Office: November 2029
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