Marika Dixon - Chair of Governors - Foundation Governor     

Hello, I am Marika Dixon and I joined the Governing Board in March 2021, becoming Chair of Governors in September 2024. I am the link governor for English and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), which allows me to support and monitor key areas of teaching, learning, and inclusion across the school.

As Chair of Governors, I lead the governing board in its strategic role of supporting and challenging school leadership to ensure the best possible outcomes for all pupils. I work closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to help shape the school’s vision, monitor progress, and uphold high standards of education and wellbeing. To support me in this role, I undertake regular training and development to strengthen my knowledge of governance and current educational priorities.

My background is in secondary education, where I currently teach English and Media Studies (Years 7–13) in the London Borough of Brent. I have worked at my school since 2008 and am Head of Media Studies as well as the UCAS and Apprenticeship Coordinator for Post-16 students.

I am passionate about high-quality education and ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. I am proud to serve the St Paul’s community and remain committed to helping embed a love of learning that enables all our children to achieve and flourish during their time at the school.

Sarah Reeve - Vice Chair of Governors and Safe Guarding Governor - Foundation Governor

I joined the Board of Governors in 2023 and took on the roles of Vice-chair and Safeguarding Governor in September 2025, alongside my responsibilities as Link Governor for Maths, and membership of the Admissions/Appeals panel. I have lived in Hunton Bridge for more than 20 years and St Paul’s is a very special place for me - we chose it for my daughters because its Christian ethos chimed with ours. They were encouraged to grow their faith during their time here, giving them a really solid foundation as they have grown into adulthood. Having been a governor here many years ago, I am delighted to be back, in a much larger, more successful school where every child really does have the opportunity to flourish whilst developing their own individuality. I have a unique opportunity to observe the school’s progress as I volunteer on a weekly basis to provide extra support for the children (particularly in English and Maths in Y6) and also helping anywhere in school at any time where a spare pair of hands is needed. After a teaching career in a secondary school in Rickmansworth, I am able to use my retirement to see a different stage of education; it is truly a privilege to see the children progress through the school, gaining in confidence both personally and academically due to the unstinting efforts of the entire team of teachers and support staff. 

I am a Foundation governor, worshipping at St Lawrence’s in Abbots Langley.  I look forward to another successful year working with the children, staff and parents of St Paul’s to provide the best possible foundation for our children as they take their place in the wider community.

Jessica Currie - Foundation Governor 

Hello! 

My name is Jess Currie.  I have two children at the school and I primarily chose the school because of its Christian foundation.  I have found that the school to be a welcoming community that you can choose to be as active in as you desire, there are always opportunities to become involved and the school welcomes parental involvement.  

Putting myself forward to become a governor was driven by desire to give my time to help at the school which has a significant impact on the lives of my two children.

Kim Paine - Foundation Governor

I joined St Paul’s as a Foundation Governor in April 2021.
I am a mother of two daughters and my two grandchildren attended St Paul’s school before moving onto Croxley Danes Secondary School.
After 45+ years of teaching, mainly in all age groups of the Primary sector, I am now enjoying retirement.
I believe that children should be encouraged to flourish as individuals, both academically within the classroom, and also by taking the learning out of the classroom and into the wider environment.
I love spending time with my family and am now also looking forward to having the time to be able to help and support the school.

Jane Penry - Foundation Governor 

I became a St Paul's Foundation Governor in April 2024, having just retired from twenty-four years of teaching in primary schools. It was a job that I loved. I worked with children from Nursery up to KS2 and now I am on a new learning curve as I discover my role as a governor.

I am a mother to four grown-up children and I also have eight grandchildren. Two of my grandchildren attend St Paul's. My two youngest children also attended St Paul's and they both loved and thrived during their time here.

I have been so encouraged when visiting some of the classes at St Paul's already and have observed the engagement of the children and the quality of the teaching they are receiving. I am passionate that all children have the opportunity to feel safe and be curious, inspired and creative on their learning journey.

Kirsty Martindale - Staff Governor

I am Kirsty Martindale and I am a staff governor and part of the School Development Committee. I have been part of the governing body for three years and thoroughly enjoy being part of a team that is inspired to make a difference for the school. Being a class teacher and part of the Senior Leadership Team means that I am able to bring a staff's perspective to discussions and share with the governing body what is going on within the school. Leading the subject of RE means that I work closely with the RE link governor and I am passionate about embedding our school vision and values throughout the school. 

Ronnie McLean-Dents - LEA Governor 

Hi, I'm Ronnie McLean-Dents and I am the LEA Governor at St Paul's joining last April 2025.

I have a partner and two girls, 3 and 5 with my eldest attending Kings Langley Primary School.

I'm fortunate to be the link governor to Year 2 and for PE.

My background is in sport, being an ex Rugby Player and Supply Chain, having worked for Wickes and now World Duty Free and I'm hoping to use some of my experiences to support this fantastic school from more of an outside in view and helping to make this school a fantastic place for your children to learn, grow and develop as well as a great place to work.

Jas Sanghera - Parent Governor 

I joined the Governing Board as one of the new Parent Governor's in February 2025. I live locally in Hunton Bridge, and have three daughters - two still attending the school and one who has left to join secondary school last year. This has given me plenty of insight and experience into all aspects of the school. 

Professionally, my background is in computing and technology having worked for Vodafone for over 20 years in various IT-related roles. I hope to bring a "non-education" perspective to help support the school - including all staff, parents and children.

Please do say hello if you see me around the school, am keen to hear your thoughts and ideas.