The Kingsbrook School

Governors (ID 1276)

• Jo Parsons
  Co-Chair of Governors
  Jo Parsons

  All my career has been spent in the education sector working in a variety of roles and settings. Having started as a primary teacher in London, I have also taught in Aylesbury and the surrounding area working with children from early years through to parents in adult education.

  I have held many voluntary roles include chair of a school parent-teacher association, governance of a pre-school, and parent governor in a local Aylesbury secondary school. I hope my varied experience will help me in my new role at The Kingsbrook School.

  I firmly believe in working towards a more equitable education system for our children, whatever their background or need: I support the Insignis Academy Trust vision to provide an excellent and inclusive educational experience for all local children. As a parent of a child with a physical disability I have a particular interest in supporting children with special educational needs to flourish and achieve their goals. I am really excited to be involved with The Kingsbrook School as it offers new opportunities and a breath of fresh air for the local community.

• Sophie Dand
  Co-Chair of Governors
  Sophie Dand

  I started my career in education studying for my PGCE at the Institute of Education in London. I spent the following decade working as a Teacher of, and later a Head of Geography in a range of independent and international schools all around the world, working with thousands of fantastic children between the ages of 11 and 18. Since moving to Buckinghamshire (from Bangkok!) in 2023 I have built a 6 figure business developing high quality and affordable accommodation for professionals in North Northamptonshire. Outside of work, I enjoy playing pickleball and travelling and I have the aim to visit 5 new places every year.

  I hope my wealth of experience in education, both as a teacher and a leader, as well as my passion for ensuring all students receive outstanding and diverse learning opportunities firmly aligns my values with that of The Kingsbrook School and I am thrilled to be a part of the governance team as this exciting school grows and flourishes.

• Rachel Byrne
  co-opted Governor
  Rachel Byrne

  I spent several years in a corporate environment before embarking on a career in education in 2001. My first role was as a primary teacher in High Wycombe before leaving Buckinghamshire. I specialised with a MA SEN/ALN and AMBDA and taught in EYFS through to KS5. After a career break, I returned home to primary teaching in Buckinghamshire. I am a proud resident of Kingsbook where I live with my children and a bouncy flat coat retriever. In my spare time I can be found in the gym, climbing mountains and travelling. It is a privilege to be able to serve my community as a governor of Kingsbrook School.

• Nancy Simpson
  Co-Headteacher
  Nancy Simpson

• Lucy Wawrzyniak
  Co-Headteacher
  Lucy Wawrzyniak

• Antoninna Anderson
  co-opted Governor
  Antoninna Anderson

  My career has been dedicated to education, spanning a range of roles both in the UK and internationally. I began as a specialist secondary teacher of IGCSE Biology and Chemistry and have since worked across primary, secondary, and higher education settings. My experience includes leadership positions in international schools, teaching in London and Buckinghamshire, supporting pupils preparing for the 11 Plus, and mentoring trainee teachers. I am currently a Lecturer in Education at Buckinghamshire New University, where I teach across both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

  I am passionate about inclusive education and enabling all learners to achieve their full potential. Having recently moved to Buckinghamshire, I am delighted to serve as a governor at The Kingsbrook School and look forward to contributing to its continued growth and success.

• Kathy Gibbon
  co-opted Governor
  Kathy Gibbon

  I began my career as a research scientist, before moving into computer programming to
  support my research. I later worked as a company secretary before following my passion for education and training as a secondary science teacher. I spent the final eleven years of my teaching career as Head of Physics, a role that allowed me to support students, colleagues and the wider school community. After retiring from teaching in 2025, I was honoured to be elected as a unitary councillor for the Bierton, Kingsbrook and Wing ward. I have always been passionate about education both with my own children and the wonderful children I was lucky enough to teach. I strongly support the vision and values of the Insignis Academy Trust and am delighted to be part of the governance team. I look forward to using my educational experience, leadership skills and commitment to support the school to ensure every pupil has the opportunity to thrive and the Trust's ambitions continue to become a reality.

• Paul O'Hare
  Parent Governor
  Paul O'Hare

  I joined TKS Local Governing Body in October 2022 as parent governor. My role is to bring a parent's insight and voice to all the discussions and decisions that the Local Governing Body undertakes.

  I live in Aylesbury with my wife and three children - the eldest of which attends TKS. I currently work for the NHS, leading on urgent care commissioning across south and west Hertfordshire; while also studying for my final year of an MBA programme. In my spare time enjoy my role as a football referee, currently officiating within the Spartan South Midlands Football League.

• Emma Kapinski Noades
  Parent Governor
  Emma Kapinski Noades

  I work for global company managing a team responsible for change and governance and hope to bring my skills in decision making, planning and governance to my role as parent governor. I have 2 children in education in Aylesbury with my youngest at The Kingsbrook School. I am passionate about creating inclusive environments that all children can thrive in not only in class, but in the broader school experience.

• Jenson Thomas
  Staff Governor
  Jenson Thomas

  I am currently in my first year of teaching since qualifying as a teacher in 2024. My role as a staff governor is to share thoughts of the staff and support the school from both a teaching aspect and a governance side. I have held various roles as a trustee for different charities in the past and I am excited to bring this experience into the school setting as a staff governor at The Kingsbrook School.