The School Governors can be contacted via email – governors@barnfield.barnetmail.net
Wendy Kravetz
Chair of Governors
Term of office:
31st March 2023 – 30th March 2026
I am thrilled to be The Chair of Governors at Barnfield Primary School. My is background as a Director in Strategic Boards, Owner of WendyK HR, Non-Executive Director at Community Souls, a member of Saracens Community Sports Group and Director/Chair at North London Aquatics.
I have over ten years of governance experience, and over 20 years of HR experience, including being Chair at Frith Manor Primary and recently serving as a Local Authority Governor at Queenswell Primary. My strategic involvement with 21 schools reflects my passion for fostering positive change in the education sector.
I am an Aqua zumba enthusiast and enjoys spending my leisure time swimming, reading, live music, good coffee, trips to France and walking my beagles. As a local activist residing in Barnet, I am intricately connected to our community.
My aim is to add value to Barnfield in any way I can.
Drew Thomson-Jones
Governor
Term of office:
16th November 2023 – 15th November 2026
I am delighted to be a Governor at Barnfield Primary School. I have taught in secondary schools, both state and independent, for sixteen years, so my background is very much rooted in education. I trained as a physics teacher and have held posts as Head of Physics and Head of Science. For the past five years, I have been Deputy Head Academic at St Albans High School for Girls.
I have lived in Colindale, and currently North Finchley, for over a decade having moved from Watford and more distantly Scotland, where I was born and went to the University of Edinburgh. I have a great affinity for the wider Barnet area and I am excited to have the opportunity to contribute to Barnfield and its community.
Mamta Gandhi
Governor
Term of office:
10th February 2022 – 9th February 2026
My background is in Financial Services having done a Bachelors Degree in Development Economics. I am a firm believer in the importance of our education system providing strong foundations to prepare our youth in an ever competitive world. I admire the dedication and drive with which Barnfield seeks to deliver this for its pupils and I hope to use my experience and expertise within my capacity as Governor to help Barnfield fulfil its ambition to ‘be the best it can be’.
Nono Mujaranji
Governor
Term of office:
31st March 2022 – 30th March 2026
I moved to Edgware almost a decade ago from Harrow. I have a bachelor’s degree in architectural technology and my master’s degree is in Construction Commercial Management. My background is in project and programme management within built asset project and major programmes. Having previously worked on the delivery of several new build primary schools and special schools across London and the south. I am looking forward to making a positive contribution to Barnfield and the school community.
Swati Dave
Co-opted Governor
Term of office:
9th December 2025 – 8th December 2029
I am passionate about becoming a school governor because I believe my extensive experience in the education sector can significantly contribute to the academic and personal development of children. Over the past 15 years, I have honed a comprehensive skill set that includes advanced knowledge of curriculum design, classroom management, and adaptive teaching. My proven track record of improving student outcomes through tailored learning plans and effective teaching strategies underscores my commitment to educational excellence. Furthermore, my experience in mentoring and training early career teachers has refined my ability to foster professional growth and create collaborative learning environments.
Mrs Nasreen
Parent Governor
Term of office: 5th February 2024 – 4th February 2028
I am a science teacher from Pakistan who moved to the UK. I have four children and my connection with Barnfield Primary School started in 2015.
I have a strong connection with the school and, as a parent governor, I am ready to support the school in building a strong relationship with parents so that our children can flourish in the best educational environment.
I enjoy gardening, sewing and baking.
Richard Logue
Governor
Term of office:
9th October 2023 – 8th October 2027
I am a project management consultant specialising in transport related projects. I was a school governor at Frith Manor School for four years. I helped set up the NW7 Hub charity that runs Mill Hill Library and was chair of Mill Hill Residents Association for five years. I joined Barnfield as a governor in October 2023.