I joined the governing board at St Andrew’s School in 2021. As a foundation governor, I am responsible for RE and Christian Distinctiveness; I value the importance of faith development in education and I fully support the development of the Christian character and ethos of St Andrew’s School.

I have lived in Cobham for over 20 years and attended St Andrew’s Church before being ordained as a minister in 2019. Though trained as a research chemist I worked in the property industry for many years. I have two grown up children and I enjoy reading, cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Jason has lived in Cobham for the past 23 years. He is married to Kathryn and their two children were educated locally. He enjoys long walks with their three Cocker Spaniels, watching football and many sporting events as well as spending time with his family and friends. Jason joined as Trustee Governor in September 2023.

Jason is a Project Director working for a large International Engineering Business. He began his career with a small engineering company on a 3-year Apprenticeship. He is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, and he has over 30 years’ experience covering a wide variety of Engineering projects in both private and public sectors working in the UK and Internationally. He currently leads multidisciplinary design teams on significantly important infrastructure projects.

“Having seen my own children flourish from education, I appreciate the importance of good schooling both academically and socially”.  It defines who you are throughout your life.

Pauline is a Director of strategy and marketing working for a large International Roofing Business. She has spent a considerable number of years running the commercial and sales teams of mid-sized businesses. Whilst living in Asia and South America she spent a number of years working with the British Council focused on work around cultural differences and its impact for students studying advanced degrees in mainly UK, Australia and Canada. 

Born in Liverpool she was greatly impacted by impact early education has on any child. Her mother trained to be a primary school teacher when she was in her late 30's and was passionate at ensuring good education was available for all, irrespective of city postcode. Pauline herself is a trained teacher as well as having her PGCE qualification and an MBA in business.

“I was taught from an early age that the greatest gift you can give your children is education. It is imperative that when we look at school, we judge the values, community and the education offered. This is what will shape your child and the adult they will become' 

I have a long-standing connection with St Andrew’s as my children attended the school for 14 years. During that time, I was an active parent, regularly volunteering and supporting events through the PTA, which gave me a strong understanding of school life and the value of a supportive community.

My professional background is in early years education, having worked in nurseries for many years, including in management roles. I am passionate about creating positive learning environments where children feel happy, safe, and inspired to achieve their best. I have also been actively involved in the local community, working with Cobham Chamber of Commerce, Cobham Heritage Trust, Cobham Players, and Girlguiding.

I now work as a nanny for a local family, which allows me to continue supporting children’s growth and development on a daily basis. As a governor, I am committed to using my experience and enthusiasm to help St Andrew’s continue to thrive and provide the very best for all children.

Bas Jayaraman has a background in business working with an energy major across India, Singapore, South Africa, Argentina and the UK in senior leadership positions. He freelances as a cover teacher and is also an investor in Start-ups. He is passionate about education and keen to engage with schools to support positive outcomes for the students