Dr Ben Godsall - Chair of Governors and Safeguarding Governor
Local Authority Governor
My family and I moved to Falmouth in 2019 and quickly felt at home here. Our son is at Marlborough and the school has given us a great sense of community and introduced us to many wonderful people.
I work as an Environmental Consultant, engaging with agroforestry companies in Indonesia to improve the sustainability of their agricultural operations and ensure high welfare standards for employees and their families. Prior to this I worked at a university in the field of Ecology, managing field sites and lab work as well as guiding students through their final projects. This taught me the value of creating a positive and supportive learning environment for students, something that is at the core of Marlborough's ideology. I hope to bring my experiences into the role of governor and support Marlborough in providing a diverse, enjoyable and supportive place of learning for its students.
I work as an Environmental Consultant, engaging with agroforestry companies in Indonesia to improve the sustainability of their agricultural operations and ensure high welfare standards for employees and their families. Prior to this I worked at a university in the field of Ecology, managing field sites and lab work as well as guiding students through their final projects. This taught me the value of creating a positive and supportive learning environment for students, something that is at the core of Marlborough's ideology. I hope to bring my experiences into the role of governor and support Marlborough in providing a diverse, enjoyable and supportive place of learning for its students.
- beng.gov@marlborough.cornwall.sch.uk
Adam Grice - Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Both my children attended Marlborough and I feel very lucky to have been a part of the school community for nearly a decade now.
The creative approach to learning, the active, multi-facetted curriculum, delivered inside and outside the classroom and the inspiring ethos the school instils in its pupils feels really special. And it meant there was always something new and exciting to hear about on the walk home.
My background is in the arts and education I've worked for University's in Cornwall and London in professional service, learning and teaching roles.
Over my time on the board, I've become acutely aware of the challenges our schools are facing and as I continue as a governor I hope to support to the school and its incredible staffing team in adapting to this changing environment and to help to make the provision for Marlborough children the best it can be.
The creative approach to learning, the active, multi-facetted curriculum, delivered inside and outside the classroom and the inspiring ethos the school instils in its pupils feels really special. And it meant there was always something new and exciting to hear about on the walk home.
My background is in the arts and education I've worked for University's in Cornwall and London in professional service, learning and teaching roles.
Over my time on the board, I've become acutely aware of the challenges our schools are facing and as I continue as a governor I hope to support to the school and its incredible staffing team in adapting to this changing environment and to help to make the provision for Marlborough children the best it can be.
- adam.gov@marlborough.cornwall.sch.uk
Mrs Rowenna Brock
Co-opted Governor
I feel very fortunate to have grown up in Falmouth, where many of my family members and friends attended Marlborough School. Today, both of my children attend the school and love being part of its unique and supportive community.
My career has spanned both education and administration. After qualifying as a primary teacher, I worked in a range of settings, including large inner-city schools in Birmingham, and volunteered as a teacher in Eritrea, Africa. I then spent 15 years working in administration within the hospitality sector before returning to education in November 2023. I now work as the Communications and Engagement Manager for CODE Maths Hub.
I am delighted to have joined the governing body at Marlborough School and look forward to supporting the staff and leadership team as they continue to provide an inspiring, nurturing and child-centred education. It is a privilege to give back to a school that means so much to my family and me.
My career has spanned both education and administration. After qualifying as a primary teacher, I worked in a range of settings, including large inner-city schools in Birmingham, and volunteered as a teacher in Eritrea, Africa. I then spent 15 years working in administration within the hospitality sector before returning to education in November 2023. I now work as the Communications and Engagement Manager for CODE Maths Hub.
I am delighted to have joined the governing body at Marlborough School and look forward to supporting the staff and leadership team as they continue to provide an inspiring, nurturing and child-centred education. It is a privilege to give back to a school that means so much to my family and me.
Martin Gimenez
Staff Governor
Abigail Squibb
Ex Officio
As headteacher, I am a member of the governing body ex officio or by right of office. I attend all Full Governing Body meetings and sit on both committees (Finance; Achievement, Teaching and Learning).
- head@marlborough.cornwall.sch.uk
