Academy Committee

Stephen Tollworthy - Chair Of Governors

Worked in Advertising, Creative Director responsible for all creative output and adhering to budgets
On the SBC Education Board Panel
On the SBC Admissions Panel
Been Pastoral Team leader at local church
Lives in Westcliff and is passionate about achieving the best possible outcome for the students in our area

Carly Quick Crockford

Parent of 5 (4 currently in SECAT schools)
20 years experience in finance and accounting.
Moved to Southend 3 years ago and have never looked back.
Interests include health and fitness, reading and having 4 boys it is inevitable that I also like football.
Challenge for this year is researching childrens mental health and the effects of childhood trauma on development.

Steph Frost

Headteacher at Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery
BA Hons in Primary Education
Over 17 years experience in schools in Southend
Specialist Leader in Education working alongside schools in Southend
I am committed to ensuring the best interests of every child are the heart of our school and to ensuring that every child is nurtured and challenged to achieve their true potential

Travis Martinson

Interim Headteacher whilst Steph Frost is on maternity leave.
Teacher since 1996
Headteacher since 2009. I've been a headteacher of a 2 form Junior school, a one form C of E school, a 2/3 form school on Canvey Island and now Thorpedene.
I hold the NPQH qualification and am a qualified inspector and hold the PQSI qualification.

Jo Matthews

Class Teacher at Thorpedene, currently working in EYFS.
During my 10+ years here, I have worked with and supported many pupils across both KS1 and KS2.
I am passionate about creating fun and exciting learning opportunities to enhance the success of all pupils.
I believe the saying ‘It takes a village to raise a child’ and feel it is important to establish positive and supportive relationships within both the local and school communities.

Mike Wild

Two children attending SECAT schools
9 years in the Royal Navy followed by various senior positions with the food manufacturing industry
Believe education should be stretching but also have lots of fun and smiles along the journey. School should be something all children enjoy and get the most out of
Keen gardener and football supporter, manage my sons U11 soccer team

Laura Crow

Parent of three children (all within SECAT)
Over ten year's experience within Further Education providing information, advice and guidance for young adults and adults.
Previous experience of working alongside external agencies within the community for the benefit of the student/public.
My aim is to encourage the growth of diversity within education and beyond. "Every child is a different kind of flower and together they make a beautiful garden".
I believe childhood aspirations within a primary school setting are an important driver for achievement later in life.

If you would like to read the information in the documents listed below, please click on the appropriate link.

Funding Agreement - https://www.secat.co.uk/funding-agreement

Annual Audited Accounts - https://www.secat.co.uk/annual-reporting-statements

Annual Report (as above) - https://www.secat.co.uk/annual-reporting-statements

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