Welcome from our Governors 

As school governors, we are a dedicated team of parents, staff and community members who work together to help our school thrive.

We play an active role in school life, supporting pupils and staff, asking thoughtful questions and championing continuous improvement. By engaging with each of the classes, monitoring school performance and ensuring that our resources, policies and environment are the best they can be, we strive to create a school where every child feels supported, inspired and able to achieve their full potential.

 Governors 

Local Authority Governor

• Mrs Liz Appleby "I joined in March 2019 and I work in Special Education supporting teaching staff in analysing outcomes for learners. I love to learn and help others to enjoy their learning. I am a very keen sports fan and hill walker."

Co-Opted Governors

• Miss Molly Turnbull: "After finishing my degree in Accounting and Finance in Liverpool, moving back home and becoming a governor at the North Lakes School where I attended as a child has felt like a huge privilege. Musical theatre is a big interest of mine and over the weekends you’ll normally find me supporting Carlisle United FC."

• Ms Emma Fallowfield:  "I am a qualified Level 3 Beauty Therapist and former pupil of North Lakes School. The future of the school is very important to me. I love nothing more than time with my family. I am married with two daughters and a son."

• Mrs Lauren Rigg  (Joint Vice Chair): "I am currently a teacher at UCC Secondary School and have a background in primary education. I am a passionate English teacher and enjoy seeing children thrive in their education."
• Mrs Amanda Ellis "Currently, I work in the data department of Greggs. I am passionate about children enjoying education and have two grown-up sons  who are both very sporty and were previous students at North Lakes." 

Parent Governors

• Mrs Jo Adamson-Parker "After working in Film and Television for many years, I now spend my time writing and learning new things. Moving to Penrith from Leeds, I love being able to swim in the local lakes and develop my love of photography. I have two sons and look forward to getting involved with North Lakes School. "
• Mrs Alex Airey - We moved to Cumbria in School in September 2025 and I am passionate about supporting schools to offer children a fun and exciting curriculum through nurture and care. I also work part time at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School.   
• Vacancy

Headteacher

• Mrs Nicole Spibey  "Having taught in London, Manchester and South Cumbria, it is a privilege to be working with, learning from and supporting the children, staff, governors and community of North Lakes School.

Staff Governor

• Mrs Lindzi Greenwood "As one of the longest members of the teaching staff and leadership team at North Lakes, it is a wonderful opportunity to support the governing body. Outside of school I am passionate about sports and you will often find me supporting Liverpool FC!"

Contact the Chair of Governors

To contact the chair of governors please email admin@northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk