Meet Our Local Advisory Council Members
Tim Cross Chair of Local Advisory Committee
Tim started his career as a secondary school teacher but currently works part time as the Pastor of the River Church in St Pauls Cray which is seeking to care and support the local community. In his other role he works for the Leigh Academies Trust as the Head of Digital Engagement supporting schools in using technology to drive forward learning and progress. He is married with three boys who all attend Midfield Primary School.
| Type of Appointment: Trust Appointed |
| Date of Appointment: June 2023 |
| Attendance Record 2023/24 (YTD): 1 of 1 |
| Business or Pecuniary Interest: Director Eltham Green Community Interest; Head of Learning Technology Leigh Academies Trust; LAC member at Midfield Primary School |
| Date Interest Acquired: June 2017; August 2013 |
| Business Interests of close family members: None |
| Gifts of Hospitality Received: None |
Diana Anthony (Parent appointed)
I have worked as a Personnel Assistant for an organisation for over 18 years, and following a career break have recently returned to work. I have three children, two of which attend Leesons Primary
| Type of Appointment: Parent Governor |
| Date of Appointment: February 2024 - February 2028 |
| Attendance Record 2022/23: 2 of 2, 2023/24 (YTD): 1 of 1 |
| Business or Pecuniary Interest: None |
| Date Interest Acquired: N/A |
| Business Interests of close family members: None |
| Gifts of Hospitality Received: None |
Phillip Collins Headteacher
| Type of Appointment: Headteacher |
| Date of Appointment: 3 June 2019 |
| Attendance Record 2022/23: 2 of 2, 2023/24 (YTD): 1 of 1 |
| Business or Pecuniary Interest: None declared |
| Date Interest Acquired: n/a |
| Business Interests of close family members: None declared |
| Gifts of Hospitality Received: None |
Former LC Members
Lisa Elliot
| Type of Appointment: Parent Governor |
| Date of Appointment: May 2019 - resigned on 23 June 2023 |
| Attendance Record 2022-23: 1 of 1 |
| Business or Pecuniary Interest: DFE Employee |
| Date Interest Acquired: 2013 |
| Business Interests of close family members: None |
| Gifts of Hospitality Received: None |