Mrs Kirsty Shurety

Co - Chair of Governors and Safeguarding Governor

I am a mum of 2 boys, my eldest currently attends Northgate Primary School in Year 6 and my youngest recently moved to a local specialist school after 2 years at NGPS. I have been through the tough EHCP process with my youngest child and I am an advocate for SEN after going through the diagnosis process for both of my children. 

 I have been a parent governor now for over a year and I have really enjoyed supporting and getting to know the school and the staff on a different level than I do as a parent. It has been fascinating to learn about the way the school works behind the scenes and how the school as a whole cares for our children's wellbeing and education, also being able to see it for myself on my monitoring visits. In September I became a Co-Chair along with Katie Piggott and I am also the new designated safeguarding governor.'

Cristina Mitran

Parent Governor and Vice Chair

My youngest son went to Northgate Primary School when we moved to Crawley 8 years ago, it has given him a real love of learning and doing his best. I wanted to become a governor to support the school and to be a role model for my children. I really enjoy using my financial skills to support the school and it is great to be able to give something back.
As a parent and a governor, it is sometimes possible to bring a different perspective to the discussion. It has also been an eye-opening experience to see at first hand the dedication and commitment of the school staff, who continually strive for best standards. This ensures that children can continue to benefit from a great start in their early years of education and for many years to come.

Parent Governor Vacancy

Parent Governor Vacancy

Mrs Amanda Harrison

Head Teacher

I was delighted to be appointed as the headteacher of Northgate Primary School in September 2020,  to work with the Governing Body to continue the drive for school improvement.  I am excited about the future of our school and the many opportunities we can offer our young children.  I have worked in primary schools for over twenty-five years and am passionate about making sure every child is seen as an individual with many personal strengths and talents.  It is our job as educators to ignite a love for learning in everyone so they can achieve their best and have a future they truly deserve.

Mrs Sarah Nower

Deputy Head Teacher

Staff Governor

Vacancy

Mr Christopher

Simonovitch

Co - Opted Governor

I have worked for Royal Mail for 35 years and I enjoy railway modelling, I am a keen photographer, and I am a rail enthusiast. While at work I started a course at college which lead to me studying at Birkbeck College for a degree in Psychology. I am now studying for a master’s degree in psychology with the Open University. Until 2011 I was a school governor for a primary school in Waltham Cross. When I moved to Three Bridges, I applied through Governors for Schools to become a Governor at Northgate Primary School. I became a school governor to give something back to the community by using the skills that I have learnt over the years to help others.

Sarah James

Co - Opted Governor

I became a governor at Northgate primary school in 2016 when my daughter attended the school.  I have been in the role for a number of years because I am committed to supporting the school leaders in ensuring the pupils in this school achieve their potential.  The governing body is warm and friendly and everyone is made to feel part of the team.  There is an inclusive culture at the school, and their ethos is one which I align to.  I currently work in the school as a well-being leader and a trainee play therapist.  My previous work experience was 17 year within the private sector where I managed over 100 people and led on strategic management projects.  This experience has provided help and support to the governing body and I would like to continue to do this.  

Ms Katie Piggott

Co - Chair of Governors

I have been involved in education for 15 years in Buckinghamshire, Sutton, Sussex and Surrey in a variety of schools. Currently, I am a class teacher and senior leader in an East Sussex where my focus is on the quality of my pupils' education. I very much enjoy teaching and providing the best opportunities for all children. When I moved into the area, I wanted to be able to give some of my experience and support back to my local community.

Katie Kett

Clerk to Governors

I am new to the role of Clerk to Governors and was appointed in September 2024, I am enjoying the role very much. It has been a pleasure meeting the members of the Governing board and the rest of the staff at Northgate Primary.

My professional background as an Operating Department Practitioner for the NHS for over a decade, has allowed me to further develop my communication and administrative skills. Alongside my clinical role as Theatre Practitioner I work in Practice Development and Wellbeing. This role helps to support and facilitate the development of clinical practice in the NHS and create wellbeing initiatives for staff. I enjoy working in clinical education and chose the role of Clerk to Governors because I enjoy being part of a team and want to explore working in a different area of education.  I am a mum of two and it has been amazing learning about how a school is run. The hard work and dedication from everyone who works at Northgate Primary shows through how much everyone cares for education and wellbeing for children.