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 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 2026-2027 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 

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
  • Pay Committee

Elected By:

Governing Body

Registered Interest

                                                                                                                

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: 

October 2023

Charlene Wilkinson - Additional Governor

Profile

I serve as a Local Authority Governor at St Aloysius’ and currently work within Initial Teacher Education. I bring a strong commitment to raising standards across education and to ensuring that all young people benefit from a fair, inclusive, and academically rigorous curriculum that delivers the best possible outcomes for every learner. 

Committees/Responsibilities

  • Quality of Education and Outcomes Committee

Elected By:

Local Authority

Registered Interest

None               

Term of Office Reviewed: 

July 2024

Lamech Solomon - Foundation Governor (Vice Chair)

Profile

I currently work as Head of Decarbonisation Policy at Logistics UK, where I lead work supporting the transition to cleaner, more sustainable transport across the logistics sector. Prior to this, I spent over five years in the Civil Service working across a range of policy, strategy, and project management roles, including online safety, net zero, and enterprise. I have also worked in the electric vehicle infrastructure sector, helping to accelerate the shift to zero-emission transport. Alongside my professional work, I have a strong interest in outreach, mentoring, and careers support, particularly for individuals from under-represented backgrounds. I am passionate about ensuring that students at St Aloysius have access to the opportunities, guidance, and support they need to achieve strong outcomes and raise their aspirations. As a former student of St Aloysius College, I bring both personal insight and a strong commitment to giving back to the school community

Committees/Responsibilities

  • Quality of Education Committee

Elected By:

Diocese

Registered Interest

None               

Term of Office Reviewed: 

October 2025

Elmedina Baptiste-Mendes - Parent 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
  • Admissions Committee

Elected By:

Governing Body

Registered Interest

Specialist Community Public Health Lead Nurse      

Term of Office Reviewed: 

December 2024

Olivia Zinga - Foundation Governor

Profile

I am a newly appointed Foundation Governor at St. Aloysius, I have over 10 years’ experience as a Project Manager in Construction and I am a mother to two boys, one of whom is an Aloysian alumnus. I am a devoted Catholic deeply involved in my Parish Church, Sacred Heart, where I volunteer as a Confirmation catechist and Administrator. I am also a volunteer at the Sacred Heart Foodbank. I am strongly committed to supporting the school’s educational goals and upholding the Church values

Committees/Responsibilities

  • Quality of Education Committee

Elected By:

Diocese

Registered Interest

None               

Term of Office Reviewed: 

August 2025

Jon Cooper - Foundation Governor

Profile

I am a newly appointed Foundation Governor and work as a Building Surveyor, managing multi-site portfolios for corporate clients. A practicing Roman Catholic and parishioner at St Joseph’s, where I serve as a Eucharistic Minister. This is my first role as a school governor after 5 years as a volunteer Board Member at Hill Homes in Highgate, supporting independent living for senior citizens

 

Committees/Responsibilities

  • HR/Finance Committee

Elected By:

Diocese

Registered Interest

None               

Term of Office Reviewed: 

November 2025

Edmina Odeyemi - Foundation Governor

Profile

I am a practising Catholic and a foundation governor. My passion for education is rooted in my belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive and achieve their full potential. My professional background is in the housing sector, with over 19 years experience and expertise in strategic planning, safeguarding, community engagement, and supporting vulnerable individuals and families through my work as a parent champion in the borough.

 

Committees/Responsibilities

  • HR/Finance Committee

Elected By:

Diocese

Registered Interest

None               

Term of Office Reviewed: 

December 2025