Governors’ Biographies

Mrs Selby

It is a pleasure and privilege to be the Head teacher of Watford Field School Infant and Nursery.   I work in collaboration with the Governing body in all areas of school life. At Governors’ meetings I am held to account – governors play a crucial role as a critical friend to ensure strategic decisions are made in the best interests of the school.  I am extremely lucky to have an excellent team of staff at the school who create a safe environment and ethos where children are valued, nurtured and encouraged enabling them to thrive, develop and achieve ready for lifelong learning.

Charlie Waite

Growing up, my parents both served as governors. They taught me that strong schools depend on community members stepping up to support them.

Now living in Watford Fields, I can see how central the school is to community life. As a parent of two children, I wanted to contribute to that foundation. I joined the governing body in September 2023 and was appointed chair in April 2025.

I bring analytical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills from my work in technology, which help with budget decisions, strategic planning, and complex challenges.

These skills are useful in serving school, but what gives them purpose is my belief that governance is fundamentally about stewardship – ensuring every child has the foundation where curiosity can take root, confidence an grow, and potential can be realised.

Emma Russell

I joined as a parent governor in 2018 when my son started in Reception. I have 2 children and I work in marketing and fundraising for a local charity supporting children and adults with learning disabilities. I am passionate about ensuring all children have an equal opportunity to reach their full potential and enjoy their learning journey through school. I am an active member of FOFI (Friends of Field Infants) and enjoy helping raise funds for the school.

Sanju Lama

I was appointed as a Parent Governor in 2023 when my daughter was in nursery. I have a great affinity for Watford Fields School and I feel privileged to be part of the governing board. I believe we have a greater responsibility as a whole community to strive to ensure every child is safeguarded well, happy, and deserve a good education. In order to do this, I feel it is essential to support the school succeed for the benefit of all our children. My day job is in accountancy and finance, and I welcome this opportunity to use my skills and experience for helping the school to maintain and fulfil its full potential.

Bernie Martino

I have worked at the school since 2006 and when I first saw Watford Fields I thought it was a hidden gem in the heart of a busy town. I started as  a Year 2 class teacher and I am now currently Deputy Head Teacher. I’m so privileged to be a Co-opted governor for the school as I wanted to have more impact on the future of the school and for further generations to enjoy.

Mrs Rebecca Friend

I joined as a parent Governor in 2024. I have two children, the first of which attended in 2014 and my daughter is currently in Year 2.Field Infant & Nursery has always held a special place in my heart. A school who create such a safe space for our children to learn confidence and be nurtured along their learning journey.By day, I work for an Interior Design & Textiles Co. Where our design studios create & produce beautiful fabrics, wallpapers, paints & homeware for six great British Brands including William Morris & Sanderson to name but a few.Privileged to have been part of this wonderful company for 25 years I strive to bring skills of strategic planning, business operations, data management & more to collaborate and support the Governing body.I am also a certified Mental Health First Aider in conjunction with MHFA England and have a keen interest in wellbeing and Children’s Mental Health.I welcome the challenge to make a real difference to the ongoing development & happiness of our children & staff in our school & local community.

Katie Barton

I have been working at Watford Field Infant and Nursery as a class teacher since September 2020 and have thoroughly enjoyed working at a caring and nurturing school. I have seen first-hand how a happy and positive school environment helps the pupils thrive. I feel very privileged to have been appointed staff governor and I hope I can be positive voice to represent the staff at our school.

Max Bemrose