Governor Profiles

Joanna Conn, Chair of Governors 

Joanna’s career in education spans nearly 30 years, both a teacher and for the last
25 years as a science adviser working in local authorities and not-for-profit
organisations. She has sat on numerous educational committees including chairing
the National Advisers and Inspectors group for science and committees for
CLEAPSS. Currently she is Chair of Governors at Watford St John’s School and has
been a governor for over nine years.
She believes passionately in inclusive education and providing children with a
holistic education which enables them to thrive and become active and responsible
citizens.

Paul Ramsey, Vice Chair of Governors

Paul is the Vice Chair of Governors, a member of the Chair of Personnel Committee and Governor Link for Literacy / English.
He is a retired secondary Headteacher with over 30 years teaching experience in mixed, single sex and including 14 years as a Headteacher. Paul has  a wide experience of school improvement and teacher training.
 

Polly Challis 

Polly recently joined the St John’s community as a parent governor and her daughter attends the school.  Polly has worked in education for nearly twenty years and is currently Head of Art and the Creative Arts Faculty at a local secondary school. Her passion and motivation for working in education is ensuring that all young people have access to positive and meaningful experiences to raise aspirations and build confidence.  Polly is keen to add value by supporting St John’s strong ethos and strategic vision.  She is particularly interested in the impact that arts, culture and creativity have on school communities and the wellbeing of young people.

Robin Davis

Robin Davis is the Managing Director for Corporate Services at NHS Elect, with over 25 years of experience in operational and strategic roles within the NHS. He leads initiatives focused on quality improvement and team building, helping organisations and teams thrive.

Robin is also a founding governor of Watford St John's Church of England School, where he played a key role in building and creating the school. He has served as Chair of Governors for the past four years, guiding the school's development and growth.

A practising Christian, Robin is an active member of St James' Church in Bushey, where his faith plays an important role in his personal and professional life.

Father Corniel Quak 

Fr Corniel is the Vicar of St John's Church, as well as our School Chaplain. Prior to becoming a priest, he founded and ran a Fairtrade Coffee Company for 10 years. Before this he worked in residential social care with vulnerable children and young people, and studied Psychology.