Governors

Our Governors

Fairfield Academy is governed by an Academy Scrutiny Committee.

Our governors are:

Kizzi Matanga

Principal

Kizzi Matanga
Michael Trussell

Trust Senior Link

Michael Trussell

Michael started his career as an NQT in the David Ross Education Trust at Havelock Academy in 2009, initially as a Teacher of ICT and then taking up the post of Assistant Principal in May 2015. During his time at Havelock Academy, Michael has held various leadership positions including Head of Key Stage 3, Subject Leader of ICT and Director of IT.
In his current role as Assistant Principal, Michael has overseen the implementation of successful early careers teacher CPD programmes, established strong partnerships with a variety of ITE partners across Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire and implemented at Havelock the early rollout of the ECF Framework. He has also been a part of the University of Hull's PGCE Secondary Standing Committee. Since 2018, Michael has led on the Trust's Northern SchoolDirect Partnerships.
In 2005, Michael was recognised by the British Computer Society for his performance in A-level ICT, collecting an award at a special event held in London for achieving the top mark for the qualification across all candidate entries. Michael was also nominated for the award of 'Teacher of the Year in a Secondary School' as part of the Pearson Teaching Awards in 2018.
Nicola Pierce

DRET Appointed Governor (Chair)

Nicola Pierce

Nicki was appointed a DRET Appointed Governor on 6 March 2019. She was elected Chair of the ASC by her fellow governors on 17 March 2020. She wanted to learn more about school governance and the primary school education to give her a better insight into her own teaching practice. She also has the assigned link roles for SEND and Literacy. Nicki is a full time modern foreign language teacher in a secondary academy and is also studying for a PhD in Education at Lincoln University. She loves languages, singing and walking.
Alan Tregunno

DRET Appointed Governor (Vice Chair)

Alan Tregunno

Alan joined the ASC as a DRET Appointed Governor on 20 July 2021. He is interested in the future of young peoples education and wishes to support them to get ready for the real world of the working life. Alan is also a governor at Edward Heneage Primary Academy, appointed in 2020, and has the assigned link role for SEND. He has a full-time career in Manufacturing, including teaching / Assessing and training of people from diverse backgrounds within the manufacturing Industries. Alan joined the ASC with an open mind and gives unbiased opinions. Alans interests include DIY, Outdoor pursuits, walking, Cycling and camping. He is also Treasurer of an Allotment association.
Zachary Heywood

DRET Appointed Governor

Zachary Heywood

Zachary was appointed a DRET Appointed Governor on 24 December 2020. He wishes to make a positive impact on his local community, and schools. He is currently a trainee solicitor, working on becoming fully qualified in the next few years. He brings to the committee both legal and local knowledge. Zachary enjoys Swimming, playing musical instruments and jogging.
Shane Ashford

DRET Appointed Governor

Shane Ashford

Shane was appointed a DRET Appointed Governor on 12 June 2019. He wanted to support his children's academy and help to improve the life chances for all children. He has over 10 years' experience serving as governor and has previously acted as an Interim Chair at local Primary Academy also within the Trust. At Humberston he has the link governor assigned responsibility for CEAIG. He brings a good level of challenge to the ASC. Shane was formally a Retail Store Manager for a National Health, Beauty and Home Retailer but is now working for a local Food Production Company which has given him a view of the opportunities in different sectors. He has knowledge of the workplace in both a management and non-management capacity. His interests and passions include spending time with his family and Ten Pin Bowling.
Marc Summersell

Staff Governor

Marc Summersell

Marc was appointed a Staff Governor on 4 December 2020. He has been employed at the academy as a Caretaker since early 2019 and believes his role offers a different objective insight to academy life. He feels it is important that the academy is both productive and a safe environment for the pupils to get their maximum benefit from their time there. Prior to this role, Marc was a Police Officer (both in the RAF and Humberside Police) for a total of 32 years. His many years of Policing have allowed him to gain experience in many areas which contribute to his governor role. He is very Family orientated and enjoys training at the gym, and since retiring from the Police have taken up competing in Amateur Strongman Competitions for fun.
Tristan Creighton

Staff Governor

Tristan Creighton

Tristan was elected by Staff to join the ASC as a Staff Governor on 4 December 2020. He wanted to join the ASC to become more familiar with the inner workings of the academy and support his development into the Vice Principal role. Tristan is a Y5 Teacher and Reading Lead going into VP secondment for 2021/22. He enjoys exercise and keeping fit and reading.
Siobhan Hardy

Parent Governor

Siobhan Hardy

Siobhan is currently serving her second term of office as a Parent Governor originally appointed on 7 June 2017. She is also the Link Governor for Maths. Siobhan has two children who attend the academy and she wanted to become a governor to learn about the role and the work carried out by the ASC.Â Siobhan enjoys working as an Administrator for North East Lincolnshire Council. She enjoys playing netball and spending time with her family.
Ashley Lucas

Parent Governor

Ashley Lucas

Ashley was appointed a Parent Governor on 2 December 2021. He decided to become a governor so he could support the school with their SEMH and Behaviour Approaches. Ashley currently works as the Behaviour Lead at two local Pupil Referral Units in Grimsby. He has a huge passion for supporting young people with their behaviour and SEMH, and more recently supporting staff in schools to better support the children they work with. In addition to this role he also works as part of a Teaching School Behaviour Outreach. In this role he delivers training plus short and long term SEMH support in schools. Prior to this job Ashley served in the Army for 10 years in the Royal Engineers. Outside of work Ashley has a huge passion for martial arts and psychology as well as spending time outdoors walking amongst the mountains and hills.
Anna Chester

Clerk

Anna Chester

Anna has been clerking academies within the Trust since September 2020. Prior to that she spent 33 years working for HM Revenue and Customs, specialising in complaints investigation, including Adjudicator and MP cases. Anna is also Chair and DRET Appointed Governor at Humberston Academy. Anna enjoys gardening, walking her dog and visiting museums and other cities around the world.

Governor Assigned Responsibilities

Literacy and English - Marc Summersell
Art, Music and Pupil Premium - Michael Trussell
Mathematics - Siobhan Hardy

SEND - Alan Tregunno

Safeguarding - Nicki Pierce

Contacting a Governor

To contact a governor, please contact the Trust Governance Team by emailing governorservices@dret.co.uk

Scheme of Delegation

Information about the David Ross Education Trust’s scheme of delegation is available here.

Minutes of the Academy Scrutiny Committee

Should you wish to view a copy of the minutes of the ASC at this academy, please contact the Trust Governance Team, who will be able to provide you with an electronic or paper copy of the minutes.

Are you interested in becoming an academy governor?

We are looking for new governors to support our academies. Our governors work closely with their academies to support the Trust’s goal of broadening the horizons of young people through a world-class education, equipping our students with the skills and experiences to become their confident, academic best, no matter what.

If you have an interest in, and commitment to, improving education and would like to make a difference within your community, please register your interest in becoming a governor by completing our governor application form. If you have any questions about a governor’s role or responsibilities please contact us at governorservices@dret.co.uk or review our information pack below.

What is it like being a Governor with DRET?

To understand what it is like to be a governor with us, take a look at our testimonial booklet and videos which contain insights from serving governors.