Samantha Blackshaw

• I have been on the Governing Body for just over 12 years, becoming Vice Chair in February 2017.

• I work as a Manager of a Dental/Optical Practice and in my spare time I enjoy walking and reading.

• Even though my children have now moved on to higher education I still want to play a part in moving Avondale forward and feel I have the drive and focus in order to achieve this.

• I am committed to Avondale and feel passionate about education and the local community.