Meet the Governors

• Ann O'Reilly
  Chair of Governors
  Ann O'Reilly

  I have lived in the London Borough of Ealing for over 30 years and as a recently retired Primary School Head Teacher, I wanted to become a School Governor to support a school in the vital role they have in supporting children's academic and social development.

  When visiting Oldfield I was immediately impressed with positivity and zest for learning demonstrated by the pupils. I am therefore looking forward to working as a governor in supporting the school as it continues its journey of self-improvement.

• Hannah Abdulai (Vice Chair)
  Parent Governor
  Hannah Abdulai (Vice Chair)

  My name is Hannah Abdulai and I am a Head of the Pharmacovigilance Department at a Pharmaceutical Company. My daughter is currently in Year 2 at Oldfield Primary School. My team and I process and investigate reports of side effects experienced by patients on behalf of my company. We also keep Health Authorities around the world aware of these incidents and advise on the best actions to take to keep patients safe. This involves performing ongoing detailed reviews of data on the products and the patients taking them.

  I have always enjoyed working and socializing with people from a broad range of backgrounds. This has enabled me to develop empathy for people and situations far removed from my own. I enjoy living in the Northolt area, which is very multicultural. I have been actively supporting Oldfield Primary school activities and enjoy getting to know and work with other parents.

  As a parent governor, I look forward to working with Mr. McCormack, the Oldfield Primary teachers and other governors to continue to make the school a provider of good quality education for all children in the locality.

  When I'm not working, I like cooking, gardening and small-scale DIY projects.

• Rosie Mauro
  Staff Governor
  Rosie Mauro

  I have had the pleasure of working at Oldfield for the past 10 years, where I have developed a deep understanding of the school community. As EYFS Phase Leader, I am committed to creating a rich and engaging environment where children can thrive, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong passion for nurturing children's language skills and promoting early reading. I believe that a strong foundation in language and literacy is key to a child's overall development and academic success.

• Iman Basu Roy
  Co-Opted
  Iman Basu Roy

  Having been a part of education for nearly two decades, I feel that now is the time for me to get involved and be a part of the journey of another school. As a governor, my role will focus on supporting the Head as he manages the school and responds to the various accountability measures, so that all strategic decisions are centred around the best interest of the pupils of Oldfield Primary. I am the Headteacher of a two form entry school in Ealing, and I feel that my own first-hand experience and personal expertise will benefit the academic development, pupil engagement and overall culture of the school.

  Currently I am pursuing a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from University College London, which focuses on executive leadership. This has helped to deepen my understanding of the educational landscape and introduced me to range of research behind innovative practices in teaching and techniques of collaborative professional development. I hope to bring these knowledge and skills to the governing body for continued success and growth of Oldfield Primary.

• Fatima Saleh
  Parent Governor
  Fatima Saleh

  I am very proud to join the governing body of the school and the local community. I am a parent of 2 children attending Oldfield Primary School, a parent representative and a volunteer with 10+ years of work experience as an English teacher and an educational administrator/manager in primary schools out of UK.

  I have a BA degree in teaching English language, Translation Diploma, Masters Degree in Pedagogic Management and level II Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools/Pearson. As an active parent, I am fully committed to supporting the school staff to promote high standards of educational achievement and to ensure that the curriculum is broad and balanced.

  This is my first role as a parent governor and I am really passionate about helping all children thrive and reach their full potentials because I believe that Every Child Matters. I am looking forward to positively contributing to the success of Oldfield Primary School and to raising the standards and driving the school forward to become an Outstanding school.

• Saima Anwar
  Parent Governor
  Saima Anwar

  I am a mother of three children, two of whom currently attend Oldfield Primary School. I have an Aeronautical Engineering background and am a Senior Programme Manager at an Aerospace company.

  I have a genuine interest in children's education and how it is delivered effectively. The interests include what facilities are available in delivering an effective education to all the children.

  I have a keen eye for detail and have great planning and negotiating skills. In my profession, effective communication and building good relationships across a wide range of disciplines is key. Delivering Programmes to time and within budget forms part of my role which I believe could be of benefit to the school.

  The skills developed during my career so far mean I am able to communicate effectively and resolve issues/problems. I have great interpersonal skills and build positive relationships with a range of people. I have experience in talking to a number of different Stakeholders and Companies

  I look forward to being able to offer a range of skills that would benefit the school. I would also bring a different viewpoint to the table and therefore offer alternative solutions to potential problems/scenarios. I am easy to approach and have been approached by a number of Parents in the playground so I plan to be the voice of the Parents by representing their viewpoints or raising any matters that may be of concern.

• Sham Sultan
  Parent Governor
  Sham Sultan

  My name is Shamim Sultan (Sham for short). I have worked on the London Underground as a Train Driver for the past 11 years. This has given me exposure to what the fabric of London is like, namely, the broad range of people that have lived here, moved here or work here. I studied Law at University, and have undertaken roles with the citizen's advice bureau as well as having been a workplace representative previously for 5 years. I am extremely passionate about football and am a UEFA qualified coach. I believe in the science that sport, supplements a healthy balance to young people's learning. It is an outlet which teaches the importance of good sportsmanship (equating to good mannerisms) the benefits of working amongst a team environment to benefit all, as well as using tactical intelligence to achieve the goals, something very similar to real life. I coach football with a club in West London and help a young team compete in county and national football leagues and events, as well as supporting the girls football club at Oldfield Primary School. I currently have two children that attend OPS, and this initially triggered my intentions to actively support the educational needs and standards at Oldfield Primary School. This intention now goes beyond that now, and I hope to contribute positively in supporting the teaching staff as well as the School Leadership Team to create an excellent educational establishment.

• Matthias Williams
  Co-Opted
  Matthias Williams

  As a father of two primary school-age children with long ties to the Ealing area, I am deeply committed to fostering an environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. From my first visit to Oldfield, I was inspired by the enthusiasm, curiosity, and engagement of the students, which reinforced my desire to contribute to their continued success.

  With a degree in English Literature, I have built a diverse career as a journalist and newsroom leader with an international news organization, where I managed teams across multiple countries. In my current role, I actively participate in a company mentoring program and lead courses focused on developing the next generation of writers.

  I am excited to bring my experience to Oldfield, supporting its vision and working alongside staff, parents, and the local community to ensure that every pupil reaches their full potential.

• Azzouz Kantas
  Co-Opted
  Azzouz Kantas

  My name is Azzouz Kantas, and I am a Senior Technical Program Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS).

  With a distinguished career at Amazon Web Services and extensive experience in educational leadership, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic educational management. My professional journey is characterized by:

  • Technical Leadership: Senior Technical Program Manager at AWS, driving complex technical initiatives
  • Strategic Vision: Proven ability to support institutional growth and development

  I am committed to support holistic educational development, ensuring strategic decisions prioritize student outcomes and leveraging my professional experience to enhance school governance

  My Personal Strengths not limited to:

  • Multicultural Empathy: Thrives in diverse environments
  • Community Engagement: Active supporter of local educational initiatives
  • Collaborative Approach: Strong interpersonal skills developed through professional and community interactions

  In my Personal life I am more interested in to cooking, gardening and community involvement

  My Core Values are:

  • Educational excellence
  • Strategic thinking
  • Inclusive leadership
  • Continuous learning and development