Our Governors
The role of the Governing Body is strategic in:
- Ensuring the vision, ethos and strategic direction
- Holding the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school & its pupils, and the performance management of staff
- Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure the budget money is well spent
Governors are also responsible for appointing the Headteacher and Deputy Headteachers, determining how other staff are appointed, and pursuing policies for staff grievance, capability, discipline and sickness absence.
The Instrument of Government provides for a Governing Body of up to 14 members:
- Up to 8 Foundation Governors (appointed by the Diocese of Westminster)
- 2 Parent Governors
- The Headteacher
- 1 Local Authority Governor (appointed by the London Borough of Islington)
- 1 Co-opted Governor
- 1 Staff Governor (elected by the school staff)
The business of the Governing Body is transacted at meetings held twice each term. Specific tasks may be delegated to committees who meet once each term.
If you are interested in becoming a Governor you can find out more here.
Please contact the Clerk, at enquiries@sta.islington.sch.uk for further information.
The schedule for Governor and Committee meetings for the 2024-2025 academic year will be available soon
Click here to view Governor meeting attendance information.
All governors' paperwork band documentation is stored on the Governors' hub website.
Please see below for the Boards' Declaration of Interests
Paula Whyte - Headteacher
Profile
I started my Headship at St Aloysius in September 2020. I have substantial experience in senior leadership in Catholic schools both at The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School, Kensington and at Cardinal Pole Hackney. I have also worked on school improvement for the Catholic Diocese of Southwark and was a Foundation Governor from 2014 to 2017.
I studied Mathematics followed by the Higher Diploma in Education at University College Dublin. I then completed an MA in Catholic School leadership at St Mary’s University, Twickenham, NPQH and PQSI qualifications.
I enjoy playing golf, reading and walking in my spare time!
Committees/Responsibilities
- Admissions Committee
- Quality of Education and Outcomes Committee
- HR, Finance & Premises Committee
Registered Interest
Headteacher at St Aloysius' College
Paul Lasok QC - Foundation Governor (Chair)
Profile
I am a Foundation Governor, a barrister (now retired) and former part-time criminal court judge. I held the position of Chair of Governors of Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Holloway, from 1998 until 2010 and have been Chair of Governors of St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Highgate, since 2012 and a member of the Governing Body of St. Aloysius Catholic Primary School, Camden.
Committees/Responsibilities
- Admissions Committee
- Quality of Education and Outcomes Committee
- Appeals Committee
Elected By:
Diocese
Registered Interest
Governor for St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and St Aloysius Catholic Primary School
Term of Office Reviewed:
August 2025
Rosie Winstanley - Parent Governor
Profile
I am a qualified Social Worker and have worked with vulnerable children and families for over 20 years in both a front line and management capacity. My experience incorporates working in child protection, youth justice and with looked after children. I have also managed an Alternative Provision for excluded young people. I am passionate about supporting pupils’ emotional health wellbeing and welfare. I am committed to working to enhance the experience of the boys’ all round education and to raise their aspirations and achievements. I am the mother of two boys aged 10 and 12 and am an Islington resident.
Committees/Responsibilities
- HR, Finance & Premises Committee
- Admissions Committee
Elected By:
Governing Body
Registered Interest
Works at New North Academy, Islington
Term of Office Reviewed:
March 2022
Elaine Doorly - Staff Governor
Profile
I have worked in Education for fourteen years, ten of these at St Aloysius' College, and I currently hold the post of Head of English. I obtained my degree in English and History in Ireland at University College Dublin, but trained to teach here in the UK, in Essex. I have experience of teaching across a range of schools, both in the UK and abroad. I am a keen reader and enjoy travel, supporting Liverpool F.C. and running in my spare time.
Committees/Responsibilities
- Quality of Education Committee
Elected By:
Staff at St Aloysius' College
Registered Interest
None
Term of Office Reviewed:
September 2023
Charlene Wilkinson - Local Authority Governor
Profile
I am a Local Authority Governor at St Aloysius and have also held the post of Parent Governor at Berrymede Infant School. I am a former secondary school History teacher with over 12 years' experience in the education sector. I am dedicated to raising standards in education and committed to ensuring all young people have a positive experience in school and leave with high aspirations for their future endeavours.
Committees/Responsibilities
- Quality of Education and Outcomes Committee
- Appeals Committee
Elected By:
Local Authority
Registered Interest
None
Term of Office Reviewed:
July 2023
Lamech Solomon - Foundation Governor
Profile
I am a Foundation Governor at St Aloysius College. I currently work as a Civil Servant and have worked across many government departments in range of policy, strategy, and project management roles – including online safety, net zero and enterprise. I have done a lot of work in outreach, mentoring and careers support, especially for those from under-represented groups and want to ensure that students at St Aloysius College have the best access and support available to ensure better outcomes and raise their aspirations. I also attended St Aloysius College in the not-too-distant past, so will be able to offer some unique insight regarding my experience.
Committees/Responsibilities
- Quality of Education Committee
Elected By:
Diocese
Registered Interest
None
Term of Office Reviewed:
August 2025