Linda Dickinson
Acting Chair/Vice Chair

I am a retired Primary schoolteacher and have lived in the locality for over 26 years.
I worked full time for many years but now am able to volunteer and spend time as a governor for our local school. I was also a Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator during my career and apart from my teaching degree I also obtained a P.G.C in Dyslexia Studies.

I am married with children and three grandchildren. I also volunteer in our local St Barnabus hospice shop so you may see me there too! When I have time I try and go to Pilates classes and I also enjoy hill walking. My other hobbies include reading, scrabble and gardening.

I look forward to being a member of Waddington Redwood Primary Academy's Governing Body.

Fiona Kent
Headteacher

I am very proud to be the head teacher and a member of the governing body at Waddington Redwood Primary Academy. As a mature entrant to teaching after a 12-year career in the Royal Air Force, I have been a qualified teacher for over 20 years. In that time, I have worked in a variety of schools across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. I became a head teacher because I am passionate about education and the difference that it can make to children's life chances. I believe in the importance of nurturing children and so the Redwood ethos of 'Broadening Horizons' is very close to my heart.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Dave, my children, Bradley and Emily, and my dog, Gryffindor. I also like running, Crossfit, visiting the theatre, skiing and reading.

Lance Pennell

I was born and raised in Blackburn and studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. I am now a retired RAF pilot and lived in the Brant Road area when I flew Vulcans from RAF Waddington. Subsequently, much of my 36 years in the RAF was spent in flying training posts, teaching and standardizing both students and their instructors. After my retirement from the Service, in May 2011 I became the North Kesteven District Councillor for the Waddington Ward where the School is located and then joined the Governing Body in September 2012. I believe firmly that good education and training is key to our future.

A keen golfer, I also follow motor sport and enjoy skiing with my wife.

Jeanette Wilson

I have lived in the Brant Road area for over 30 years and my daughter, nieces and nephews were all Redwood pupils. My two grandsons aged six and nine currently attend the Academy.

I am keen to support the Academy’s aim to ‘broaden horizons’ for every pupil. I am eager to help all pupils achieve their potential both academically and creatively.

I have a professional and academic background in accountancy, finance, business management and teaching.

I retired six years ago from Lincoln College as a Business and Finance lecturer and whilst there I was a chairperson for the Skills for Life group, we supported adult learners with learning difficulties and disabilities. I taught Literacy to adult learners. I was also an Equal Opportunities representative.

I am looking forward to working with the governing body, staff, pupils and parents.

I have been a parent at Waddington Redwood Primary Academy since 2009 and have had three children in school during that time; my youngest child is still at school. I have had close involvement with school during that time, including a period as Clerk to Governors and being on the Friends Association. I currently work at another primary school in the administration team.

I believe that children of all abilities should be able to access the best educational experience during their time at Redwood and have opportunities to widen their experience and knowledge as often as possible. 

This is my first appointment as a school governor and I hope to be able to bring some of my knowledge to the board and help to ensure the best journey for all children at Waddington Redwood Primary Academy.

Sian Milling

I have a strong affiliation with Redwood having started as a child in the Reception class at the age of 4.  Since then, I have returned as a student and as a teacher and have had the privilege of spending the majority of my teaching career here.  This has given me the opportunity to watch a generation of children grow up and bring their own children back through the gates.  In fact my own children, Rosie and Peter, both attended the academy.  I am now pleased to be part of the governing body and look forward to being able to work alongside colleagues to secure the best outcomes for Redwood.  

In my spare time I love to go walking and see the countryside and I often go out in all weathers!  I enjoy reading and can devour books better than anyone I know.  I also love spending time with my friends and family.