Our Governors
The Governing Body works alongside the Education Schools Commission for the Archdiocese of Southwark (Sponsors). Together with the Academy Leadership Team, we all strive to ensure every child at the Academy receives the best education possible, whilst also addressing some of the issues that are impacting on progress.
Please also see declarations of interest below:
Matthew Ringham, Chair of Governors
Headteacher at OLSPN
Stephen Kelly, Vice Chair
Employed at St Michael's Catholic College
Michael Fargen, Foundation Governor
Prior work with the Academy - ceased December 2022
James Potter, Headteacher
Employed at the school
Chevon Whyte, Parent Governor
Claire Garland, Staff Governor
Employed at the school
Martina Maurer, Parent Governor
I have lived on and off in Greenwich since 2010 and my twin daughters attend SMA.
I am a secondary school teacher for Maths, RE and Drama, having worked at various schools in the UK and abroad.
After the birth of my girls, I took a career break and supported our family to transfer to the US.
There I worked as a volunteer for the council and other charities. Mainly tutoring maths at schools across the district and helping vulnerable families by giving them the support needed.
I have 4 years of experience as a board member on a disciplinary committee at a German secondary school.
I am committed to using my skills and experiences to make a positive contribution to the children’s education and the wider school community at SMA.
Joan Forrest, Reappointed June 2022
Governor at St Saviours Primary School, Lewisham - resigned 31.08.2025
- Governing Board
- Resources Committee
- Pay Committee
Joan was appointed as a Foundation Governor at SMA in September 2018 and has been a Foundation Governor at St Thomas the Apostle College for 5 years and is a member of Southwark Schools HR service. Joan is a solid and determined governor and has a strong skillset with her expertise in HR being invaluable. She is committed to making a positive contribution to the children's education at St Matthew Academy to 'Let their Light Shine.'
Tony Halmos, Co-opted Governor
- Governing Board
- Resources Committee
Tony was appointed in September 2018. He was Director of Public Relations for the City of London Corporation for 21 years until retirement in October 2015. He is now a visiting professor in the Policy Institute at King's College, London, focussing on key London issues. He is a Community Director and Company Member for St Matthew Academy.
