Governors

Mr Mat Galvin - Head teacher of The Macclesfield Academy.

Responsible for Finance Resources and Audit Committee. Health & Safety Committee. Head teacher, The Macclesfield Academy. 2021- current.

Andrew Stallard - Chair of Governors  

Currently serving as the Chair, I bring extensive expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and organisational leadership to the role. I am passionate about improving educational outcomes for student whilst meeting their diverse needs. In addition to my professional responsibilities, I am actively involved in the local community as a football coach and enjoy competing in triathlons. 

To contact the Chair of Governors, please email chair@macclesfieldacademy.org

Keith Williams - Vice Chair of Governors, Chair of Health and Safety Committee, Chair of Quality of Education Committee

I am currently Chair of the Academy’s Quality of Education Committee having been a governor, first at Macclesfield College and then TMA, for about twelve years. I was privileged to enjoy a long career at the Open University and also the British Council. At the OU’s Technology Faculty I developed courses and innovative computer-based teaching. Subsequently I held leadership roles in the Technology Faculty and the OU’s international department. Involvement in an EU funded development of a methodology for Quality Assurance of online programmes expanded my interest in approaches to assessing teaching quality. Though contexts differ teaching must centre on learner needs and teachers must be supported by effective systems.

On a personal note I have lived in Macclesfield for nearly 25 years, my wife and I share three children and ten grandchildren.  Leisure interests include Macclesfield Civic Society, building projects, walking.

Mr. Giles Beswick - Vice Chair of Governors, Chair of Finance Resources and Audit Committee

Director of Vita Property Group. Sponsor Governor 2018-current. Financial and corporate management experience.

Sunita Mistry Shah - Co-Opted Governor

Sunita Shah has worked as a Speech and Language Therapist for over 27 years, specialising in education, bilingualism, and social, emotional and mental health. She spent 22 years working within the NHS before establishing her own highly regarded private practice, which she has led for the past 20 years. Sunita is recognised nationally as an advisor for the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and is widely respected for her expertise in bilingualism and communication in multicultural contexts. She has delivered national and international training on speech, language, and communication development, supporting professionals across education and healthcare.

Alongside her clinical career, Sunita is an accomplished author, having written 25 books for children exploring Hindu Dharma, making complex cultural and religious teachings accessible and engaging for younger audiences. She is also a passionate advocate for food, culture, and language. As a food blogger, she leads a global community of over 85,000 members, celebrating culinary traditions from around the world. In her spare time, she enjoys playing cricket for Langley Cricket Club Ladies, reflecting her love of teamwork and commitment to wellbeing.

Fluent in four languages, Sunita brings a deep understanding of diversity and inclusion to all her work. Her professional experience, combined with her passion for education, culture, and community, makes her a valued and inspiring member of the governing board.

Mr Andrew Dethick -  Staff Governor

Teacher English Department, Macclesfield Academy. Staff Governor 2019-current.

Annie McDowall - Staff Governor 

Non-Teaching, Macclesfield Academy Staff Governor 

2023 - Current