Our Governors
Our governing body plays a vital role in the leadership and strategic direction of the school. Governors work in partnership with the headteacher and senior leaders to ensure that every child receives a high-quality education in a safe and supportive environment.Governors are not involved in the day-to-day running of the school. Instead, they provide support and challenge to school leaders, asking questions, reviewing data and visiting the school to understand its strengths and areas for development.
Our governing body is made up of a range of individuals, including parents, staff and members of the local community. They bring a variety of skills and experiences, which help to strengthen the leadership of the school.
By working closely with school leaders, governors help to ensure continuous improvement and the best possible outcomes for all pupils.
The constitution of the Governing Board is as follows:
| Appointed Governors | First Appointed | Term Start | Term End | Personal & Pecuniary Interest |
| Melanie Elliot | 07 Feb 2022 | 07 Sept 2022 | 04 Sept 2028 | Employed by the local authority - Derby City Council |
| Kerri Selby (Parent) | 06 Sept 2024 | 06 Sept 2024 | 05 Sept 2028 | Parent |
| Matthew Ball (Staff) | 05 Sept 2024 | 05 Sept 2024 | 04 Sept 2028 | Teacher |
| Andreia Carrazedo | 01 Feb 2025 | 01 Feb 2025 | 31 Jan 2029 | None declared |
| Carolyn Berry | 20 Oct 2025 | 20 Oct 2025 | 19 Oct 2029 | Business Consultancy - not related to schools |
| Zoe Jeffrey (Parent) | 20 Oct 2025 | 20 Oct 2025 | 19 Oct 2029 | Parent |
Governor Biographies
Mel Elliot (Chair)
Mel has over 25 years of strategic corporate leadership experience in private sector banking and public sector. Working full time whilst completing an MBA in Leadership and Management, she manages a wide range of programmes and projects, both strategically and operationally bringing governance, financial resilience, and strategic risk management skills with her. Mel also has experience in SEND, Voice of the Child, Parent Carer's Forums, Commercialism, Mentoring and Coaching, Change Management. A strong advocate for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion sitting on Derby City Council’s EDI Board and promoting the benefits of diversity, as well as embracing the code of conduct as a chartered member of CMI (Chartered Managers Institute). Mel has a passion for developing people to reach their full potential, previously chairing the Derby College advisory board for business skills, ensuring the children get the best opportunity to learn and thrive with a good education.
Kerri Selby (Parent Governor)
Kerri is mum to two boys, her eldest attends secondary school & her youngest started Beaufort Nursery in 2023.Kerri has a passion for education not only as a mature university student herself, but also as a qualified Teaching Assistant. Kerri has experience with SEND both personally and professionally. Kerri supports inclusive education and firmly believes that every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Matt Ball (Staff Governor)
Matt is the Staff Governor at Beaufort Primary School and has worked at the school since 2019. Matt currently teaches Y5-6 and is the Maths and Computing Lead. Matt became a Governor because he is passionate about supporting the continued development of our school and ensuring that the perspectives of staff are represented at governing body level. Through the role Matt aims to contribute understanding of day to day classroom practice, curriculum development and pupils' learning experiences, particularly in the areas of maths and computing. Matt is committed to working with governors, leaders and staff to help every child achieve their full potential in a happy, safe and inclusive environment. Outside of school, Matt enjoys spending time with family, watching sport, travelling and photography.
Mel has over 25 years of strategic corporate leadership experience in private sector banking and public sector. Working full time whilst completing an MBA in Leadership and Management, she manages a wide range of programmes and projects, both strategically and operationally bringing governance, financial resilience, and strategic risk management skills with her. Mel also has experience in SEND, Voice of the Child, Parent Carer's Forums, Commercialism, Mentoring and Coaching, Change Management. A strong advocate for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion sitting on Derby City Council’s EDI Board and promoting the benefits of diversity, as well as embracing the code of conduct as a chartered member of CMI (Chartered Managers Institute). Mel has a passion for developing people to reach their full potential, previously chairing the Derby College advisory board for business skills, ensuring the children get the best opportunity to learn and thrive with a good education.
Kerri Selby (Parent Governor)
Kerri is mum to two boys, her eldest attends secondary school & her youngest started Beaufort Nursery in 2023.Kerri has a passion for education not only as a mature university student herself, but also as a qualified Teaching Assistant. Kerri has experience with SEND both personally and professionally. Kerri supports inclusive education and firmly believes that every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Matt Ball (Staff Governor)
Matt is the Staff Governor at Beaufort Primary School and has worked at the school since 2019. Matt currently teaches Y5-6 and is the Maths and Computing Lead. Matt became a Governor because he is passionate about supporting the continued development of our school and ensuring that the perspectives of staff are represented at governing body level. Through the role Matt aims to contribute understanding of day to day classroom practice, curriculum development and pupils' learning experiences, particularly in the areas of maths and computing. Matt is committed to working with governors, leaders and staff to help every child achieve their full potential in a happy, safe and inclusive environment. Outside of school, Matt enjoys spending time with family, watching sport, travelling and photography.
Zoe Jeffrey (Parent Governor)
Zoe is mum to two daughters, the eldest started in Reception in 2025, and Zoe's youngest will be starting in nursey in January 2027. Zoe's career background is in healthcare, with experience working as an audiologist in the NHS and the private sector, Zoe was most recently employed as a team clinical lead carrying out audits of staff performance and aiding students obtain clinical qualifications. Zoe has also worked as an examiner assessing the competency of new practitioners entering the profession. Zoe has experience supporting University students through clinic assessments and is keen to gain a better understanding of education at all ages, especially EYFS, being the other end of the education spectrum.
Andreia Carrazedo (Co-opted Governor)
Andreia has been involved in the charity sector for over 15 years. Andrea has managed projects both locally and nationally and has a keen interest in safeguarding, risk management and governance. Andreia has experience with change management, leadership and engagement management, along with being enthusiastic to develop the school so that every child can learn and thrive.
Andreia Carrazedo (Co-opted Governor)
Andreia has been involved in the charity sector for over 15 years. Andrea has managed projects both locally and nationally and has a keen interest in safeguarding, risk management and governance. Andreia has experience with change management, leadership and engagement management, along with being enthusiastic to develop the school so that every child can learn and thrive.
