She initiated the development of the Learning First Federation in 2016 and in 2019, the creation of the Children First Learning Partnership Trust and the successful onboarding of new member schools.

Jonathan has experience in financial accounting, business administration, HR, audit, premises management and service delivery. Jonathan’s qualifications include a BA (Hons) degree in Business Studies, AAT, CSBM, DSBM and Certificate in financial reporting for academies.

As Chief Financial Officer, Jonathan ensures the financial health of the Children First Learning Partnership, implementing the financial actions and strategic moves to attain the vision of being one of the highest performing and constantly improving Trusts in the country. A challenge that Jonathan thrives on.

Lorraine has led Oxhey from Good to Outstanding in their most recent Ofsted inspection. Lorraine is strategic lead for Safeguarding across our Trust and has led the development of a Trust-wide safeguarding audit tool and the creation of highly effective link safeguarding roles across our schools and Safeguarding Champion. She works closely with the LA safeguarding team providing feedback on policy and the impact of key agency work.

With a solid foundation in project management working for Barclays Bank for 14 years, Lucy has honed her skills in financial analysis, risk management, and strategic planning. Having worked in schools for the past 15 years, the previous skillset has been utilised to ensure the smooth running of the business administration, HR and Finance aspects of the school offices.

Lucy adeptly communicates processes and procedures in a clear and concise manner, fostering trust and transparency. Her attention to detail, effective communication skills and ability to build good relationships with all stakeholders means she thrives in challenging environments, excelling in problem-solving and decision-making. The Service Level Agreements for all CFLP schools are managed by Lucy to ensure that maximum cost savings are achieved whilst still providing the best service.

Lucy holds a foundation degree in Project Management, a certificate in ITIL principles and a Diploma in School Business Management.

He has been a member of a number of committees and working groups including a member of The Royal Shakespeare Companies Education Advisory Group, North Staffordshire Representative on the Staffordshire Primary Headteacher Forum, a school governor and school IEB member, a member of The All Souls Group which debates national education policy, a member of a Staffordshire SEND working group and he was a member of the coordinating committee for the Stoke ‘One City’ project when it became unitary authority.

Brian is passionate about making learning active and relevant for children and preparing them to become productive members of society.

The school is located within the Staffordshire Local Authority and caters for the community of Butt Lane and surrounding areas. Children are welcomed from the ages of 3-11 and our aim is to provide the finest educational experience in a caring, safe, bright and stimulating environment.

Elizabeth has led the development of CFLP’s SEND Hub and created highly effective link inclusion roles across all schools in CFLP. This has allowed SEND leaders to share and review good practice as part of our overall school-to-school support.

Carolyn previously taught at Knypersley First School for five years, which means she understands the dynamics and strategic workings of the Children First Learning Partnership. She was previously the Assistant Headteacher and then became the Head of School, which gave her both a taste of the challenges and the joys that leading a school can bring.

Carolyn is very much looking forward to working in partnership with the staff, children, governors and parents to help Team Kingsfield to be the best that they can be.

She has worked in Education since 2011 previously being based at Reginald Mitchell Primary School as Office Manager. Before moving into education, Nicki worked in the banking sector for 24 years in many varied roles.

Over the years, Nicki has developed many transferable skills that she implements successfully within the Trust and still loves a spreadsheet!

Sarah has proven expertise in streamlining office procedures, implementing financial solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. She oversees the invoicing processes within the trust as well as auditing, the PTFA accounts for all schools.

Sarah’s attention to detail allows her to conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes, identifying areas for improvement and efficiency.

April ensures compatibility and seamless integration of the MIS across multiple schools and end users. This involves working with all schools to ensure that complex data sets are transformed into clear and actionable reports that provide valuable insights and key information to all stakeholders within the CFLP.