Briony Robertson - Head teacher

I have worked in Education for over 25 years and became a school governor at Hollybush Primary School when I took up the role of Headteacher in September 2017. I joined the school when it had been through a time of significant changes and since 2017 we have been on a journey of rapid transformation. 

It has been a privilege to work with the children, governors, the school team and community to define the Hollybush visions and values. Our commitment to these values has underpinned a rise in expectations and aspirations, along with huge improvements in behaviour, ethos, learning and progress.  It is brilliant to see what can be achieved by our children when we work together to nurture respect, a love of learning, growth mindsets determination and self belief - the sky is the limit!

Jane Dickinson (Co-opted Governor) 

Chair of Teaching and Learning

Lisa Buxton (Staff Governor)

I have worked at Hollybush for 5 years as a Teaching Assistant and gained my HLTA qualification with the support of the school in early 2023.  

I have worked across various key stages and enjoy my role supporting and furthering children’s education. It is a privilege to work not only within the education sector, but as a proud member of the Hollybush team - where all staff ensure children’s well-being and learning are undertaken in a nurturing and respectful environment helping the children to aspire to be the best version of themselves. 

I have been a School Governor since 2022, I enjoy this role as I am able to gain insight and further my understanding in different aspects of the education sector.  I am also able to build on my existing knowledge, which helps me support the children to the best of ability. 

Jonathon Tecwyn (Co-opted Governor)

I joined Hollybush as a governor in February 2020 having moved back to Leeds (from London) in summer 2019. I am originally from the area and I’m passionate about supporting my local community. As a governor, I aim to support Hollybush staff to continue to deliver high standards of teaching to develop and nurture the children as they grow at the school.

My career has focussed on the public sector - I worked in the UK Civil Service for thirteen years, including five years at the Department for Education (DfE). I have particular knowledge of funding policy and Pupil Premium. I currently work for Deloitte where I support public sector organisations to use their data more effectively.  

I have numerous hobbies and interests; including football (Leeds United, of course) and cricket (Yorkshire), playing guitar and exploring the amazing running routes in the Leeds area.

Trevor Patterson (Co-opted Governor)

My name is Trevor Patterson. I have been a governor at Hollybush since 2022. I was previously in primary education for 34 years with 10 years as a headteacher and 5 years as an executive headteacher. I was brought up in west Leeds and I know the value of a good education and that a good teacher can transform lives. I enjoy working with staff to ensure Hollybush children are the best that they can be.

Kirsty Tomson (Parent Governor)

I am a parent of a ex student of the school and a member of the PTA. I am a university graduate from the University of Leeds. One day would like to become a teacher and help inspire and develop children’s learning.

I joined the PTA to help the school but to also give back the kindness and support myself and my daughter received throughout the whole primary school journey. I love a good book and a big animal lover, with a cat and a dog.

I feel becoming a governor will give me a better insight of how the school is ran and where I can get involved and help.