Jonny Ditchburn

Chair of Governors
Academy Member

I am father of two girls at the school in Years 3 and 6. I am on the Finance and Premises sub-committee with a particular interest in health and safety issues. I have been a member of the governing body since November 2013.

Rob Gordon

Co-Vice Chair of Governors
Foundation Governor

Together with my wife Anthea, we run our own Chartered Accountants firm, Gordon Consultancy. Our eldest two children are at William Howard with our youngest two being in classes 1 & 2. Outside of being treasurer for a number of charities, included the school PTA, I also play league hockey for Carlisle each week.

Sarah Cooper

Co-Opted Governor
Co-Vice Chair of Governors and Safeguarding Governor

My name is Sarah Cooper. I live local and I’m married with 1 daughter who attends Crosby on Eden school.

I am a busy working mum as I manage a local private nursery, but in my spare time whilst juggling the busy life of a 6 year old I enjoy socializing with friends, dog walks and enjoy family time.

The school values really give the pupils a sense of ownership and belonging which in turn highly promotes their well-being and achievements.

Rob MacKenna

Co-opted Governor
Academy Member
Health & Safety Governor

My name’s Rob MacKenna. Originally from the south of England I’ve spent time living in Wales and Scotland before moving to Cumbria seventeen years ago. I’m married and have two daughters both of whom are at Crosby on Eden school.

Having studied for degrees in forestry and business I work in the forest industry as a senior manager for a timber processing company in Lockerbie. I participate in a range of outdoor pursuits and enjoy spending time in The Lake District, out on the water or up in the fells.

Martin Plummer

Parent Governor

I am extremely honoured to be a parent governor with our school and as such I intend to help and support all involved looking to ensure every child gets the very best start on their educational journey allowing them to achieve everything they strive to achieve.

My gorgeous wife Emma and I have two boys who both attend Crosby On Eden school and live in a nearby village.

As a Police Officer with Cumbria Constabulary since 1989, I would like to see all our children embracing openness, honesty and integrity and I am a firm believer that a healthy body enhances a healthy mind.

Rachael Martin

Parent Governor

My name is Rachael Martin, I have a long history with Crosby On Eden Cof E Primary School and the village. I lived in the village until I was 18 leaving to attend university, then moved back in 2014. My dad and I went to the school and I now have my 3 children attending currently in three year groups.

I am a qualified Podiatrist and worked in the NHS for 11 years but my passion has always been gymnastics. I am now one of the directors and coaches at Carlisle gymnastics club which I have been a part of since I was 6 years old. We have a very busy family life but if any spare time appears I can be found eating cake!

David Taylor

Parent Governor

I am a married father of three girls at the school. Originally from Carlisle, I studied Engineering at Birmingham University and then Physics in Grenoble France before re-qualifying as a solicitor in the UK.

I‘m a partner in the international law firm Hogan Lovells and I returned to Carlisle last year after 22 years living and working in Paris, France. Whilst France has much to offer, nothing beats the sheer beauty of Cumbria and the Lake District so we spend as much time as we can enjoying the fells. I am a firm believer in technology and agile working - which enables me to be in Cumbria yet work around the world.

Mrs J. Dalgleish

Headteacher

I’m Mrs Dalgleish. I’m the Head Teacher and I joined our school team in September, 2019. I’m passionate about giving children an amazing and inspiring start in life. I teach in Class 1 and Class 3 and I am getting to know all the other children too. When I’m not in school I enjoy walks in the woods with my family and our bouncy springer spaniel, Lyra. I also, enjoy curling up with a good book.

Debbie Fox

Staff Governor

My name is Miss Fox and I am really excited about teaching in Class 4. Most of my spare time is taken up spending time with my two lovely children although I do enjoy meeting friends, shopping and rock climbing. I enjoy teaching fun, creative and messy lessons!

Sorrel Dinwoodie

Staff Governor

Working at Crosby for nine years, most of you will probably know me quite well already, for those of you that don’t, I’m the one in the playground at 8.40am. The children are also quite well versed in my likes and dislikes, so I won’t bore you with details.

As my girls, now 17 and 15 (I know I don’t look old enough) were Crosby pupils, I have been in the unique position of seeing how decisions made as staff and governors directly impact the children. To see how parents’ and pupils’ views are listened to, and how it shapes changes in school. .

Lydia Wood

Clerk to Governors
Academy Member

Hello, my name is Lydia Wood and I am the School Business Manager & Clerk to the Governors. If I’m not looking at spreadsheets or under a mountain of paperwork, I am spending time with my family, browsing antique shops, gardening or walking.

Dr Michael Briggs

Academy Member

I am a retired GP and a retired medical Director of Eden Valley Hospice of which I am a founder member. I set up the Palliative care service for North Cumbria at the Hospice.

I have been on the governing body of Crosby for about 30 years. I was chairman for 20 years.

I am now a volunteer of The Fellrunner Village Bus Ltd of which I am the Financial Director

Sharon Parr

Diocese
Academy Member

Louisa Day

Academy Member

My name is Louisa and I am a Member of the Academy Trust. I have been involved with the Governors for 10 years, and was honoured to serve at the Chair of Governors for over 3 years. My eldest child attended Crosby-on-Eden school and my youngest is still a pupil.

I am proud to be so involved with our wonderful school, and love to see all our children flourish, develop confidence in their unique abilities and embrace all that life has to offer.