Our Governance Board is a group of elected representatives from the community, parents, and staff, as well as appointed associate governors. They bring a range of skills, perspectives and knowledge that shape the running of St Martin’s Primary, working in partnership with Clare Giles, headteacher, and other leaders. 

We are grateful for the knowledge and enthusiasm this group of volunteers provide as they oversee the strategic direction of St Martin’s Primary. They monitor our performance, covering a range of areas such as teaching and learning, finance, staffing, and strategic direction and operations, for the benefit of all our learners. 

Our Governance Board meets three times per academic year. Throughout the year, they work to engage with pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community. 

Governor training is important, and regular training is provided for our Governors so that they can offer robust support and challenge across their broad remit. 

Our Governance Board

Chair - Stuart Jehan

Stuart is a governance and leadership professional with over 30 years experience working in regulated organisations both locally and internationally. His career has focused on supporting strong governance, effective decision-making, and helping organisations operate successfully in complex environments.

Alongside his professional background, he demonstrates a strong commitment to education and to creating positive learning environments for children, having contributed to professional publications and international discussions on learning and career pathways. He enjoys working with school leaders and governing bodies to support the ongoing development and success of the school.

Stuart is passionate about ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, supportive, and inspiring school community, and values the important role that families, staff, and governors play in achieving this together.

Vice-Chair and Associate Governor- Dr Karen Marshall

Parent Governor- Kimberley Girard

Staff Governor- Jo Wilson

Jo has been a primary school teacher in Guernsey since 2008. She is passionate about creating an inclusive learning environment built on strong relationships with children and their families. For Jo, a positive learning environment is one where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered to share their voice.

Since joining the team at St Martin’s Primary School, Jo has taken on various opportunities, including serving as an Education Strategy Champion to understand key leadership qualities and their effectiveness in schools. In her role as Staff Governor, she bridges the gap between leadership and the classroom—ensuring the staff voice is effectively represented while keeping the best interests of the children at the heart of every decision.

Get in touch

If you would like to contact the Governance Board, please do so via the Board Clerk, Gemma Lewin by emailing education.governance@gov.gg (please include a reference to St Martin’s Primary, as our Clerk works with several schools).

Interested in becoming a Governor?

Opportunities to become a Governor will be advertised through our regular parent/carer communication channels. If you are interested in becoming a Governor at some stage in the future and would like to find out more, then please contact Clare Giles, headteacher, for an informal chat. 

Find out more about Education Governance Boards

All States-maintained schools and settings in Guernsey and Alderney have an Education Governance Board. Find out more about Governance here: Education Governance - States of Guernsey