I joined the Wheatcroft community initially as a volunteer in 2021.
I was elected to the role of Co-opted Governor by the Full Governing Body on 16th October, 2022.
I am a retired Nurse of 37 years. Having worked in both the General, Mental Health, and Forensic settings. My last position being in a role of Unit General Management.
I have 1 grandson who currently attends Wheatcroft school. I am involved in weekly guided reading sessions in Reception 1 & 2, and more recently I have become involved in Wheatcroft’s new initiative – The Reading Champions Programme.
I am Deputy SEND Link Governor (Appointed 14/3/23).
My hobbies are reading, travel, and eating out. My main strengths are planning and organisation, risk management, and supporting and managing large teams within a work setting.
Wheatcroft is a happy, friendly, caring “Good” rated school, and I will work hard within my role as School Governor along with our dedicated staff to uphold the reputation of the school in the community.
FULL NAME: Mrs Anne Riches
CATEGORY: Co-Opted Governor
APPOINTING BODY: The Governing Body of Wheatcroft Primary School
TERM OF OFFICE: 16th October 2022 to 16th October 2026
Committee/s served on: Full Governing Body
Details of Responsibility:Deputy SEND Link Governor
Relevant Business Interests: None declared