I am currently enjoying retirement having enjoyed teaching both Science and Religious Studies in North Tyneside and in Northumberland for thirty years in total. I became Head of Religious Education in a comprehensive school in North Shields, and also taught Human Biology in adult evening classes for about twenty years.

After retirement I became involved in Ashington through my interest in the importance of life long learning, by joining the local University of the Third Age (U3A) organisation. There, I continue to learn new skills and develop existing ones further.

I am family orientated having raised four children, and now very much enjoy helping in the growth and development of my six precious grandchildren. I know the importance of child-centred education and am very keen to be able to have an input in Castle School by helping to ensure that the children are all provided with the best possible education, care, and opportunities. I am looking forward to becoming involved in education once again by supporting the children and staff in this school whenever I can.