Meet our Governors (ID 1200)

• Ben Pheloung
  Chair of Governors (Parent Governor)
  Ben Pheloung

  I'm Ben Pheloung, and I have the honor of serving as the Chair of Governors. My commitment to the school is personal as well as professional, with both of my children attending—currently in Year 4 and Year 6. In addition to my role as Chair, I also act as the Link Governor for Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. Outside of the school, I work in the digital advertising industry, and I bring that expertise and perspective to my role on the governing body. As Governor, I work to support the team at South Grove in their continuing mission to provide an environment of supportive and excellent learning.

• Georgia Winter
  Staff governor
  Georgia Winter

  Co- Opted Staff Governor

  Class Teacher and Lead in Science and Sustainability at South Grove School

  I am Class Teacher in Year 1 at South Grove Primary School, where I have taught for the last 5 Years in Early Years and now KS1. Prior to this, I worked in other locally maintained schools in and out of the borough for 12 years, across all Key Stages. In one of my previous schools, I volunteered for 5 years as Co-Opted Staff Governor and I was happy to continue in this role when the opportunity arose here at South Grove. I was recently re-elected for a second term. I am proud to be part of a close and supportive Teaching Staff who are resolute in their commitment to the children and families we support through the education we provide.

  As we experience challenging times through Government funding cuts and legislation, it is important that the high standards we strive for at South Grove are protected. I feel that my role as a Governor contributes to that challenge.

  I hold a BA in Social Psychology, an MSc in Health Psychology and a PGCE in Primary Education.

• Mohammed Baporia
  Parent Governor
  Mohammed Baporia

  I have three daughters who attend South Grove in years 1, 4 and 5.

  I was elected as a Parent Governor at South Grove in November 2023, and I am proud to have been given this opportunity.

  I am excited to play a role in ensuring that each child's needs are met so that they can succeed.

  I hope to use my life experiences, including growing up in Walthamstow, attending local schools and my background as an accountant, to assist me in my role on the governing body.

  As a governor, I strive to create a supportive and excellent learning environment by listening to as many experiences as possible.

• Claire Sampson
  Co-opted governor
  Claire Sampson

• Noel Low
  Co-opted governor
  Noel Low

  I joined South Grove as a governor in July 2025. I hope to support the school in fostering a collaborative and nurturing environment for every student. Outside of the school, I work as a corporate solicitor.

• Verity Handyside
  Co-opted governor
  Verity Handyside