Lisa joined SGPC in 2024 as one of our Directors and became Chair in 2025. Lisa brings a wealth of experience, having previously served as Headteacher at Warmley Park School and College, a specialist setting for children and young people with SEND. Lisa is committed to supporting families, shaping effective policies, and championing resources and strategies that help all children thrive. Lisa’s collaborative approach and deep-rooted understanding of the SEND community make her a fantastic addition to SGPC.

With a background in educational psychology, Sue has always been passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND. Since her retirement, she has contributed to various projects, including the Autism Education Trust, and served as a school governor at a specialist school. Additionally, Sue is a proud grandparent to two adorable grandchildren.

Sue held the role of chair of SGPC’s board of directors from 2015 to 2025.

Sue has been involved with SGPC since 2009 and manages the operational side of the company. Sue started as a volunteer, and has seen many developments in that time. She became a director when SGPC became a CIC in 2013.

Leonie is SGPC’s community support manager, overseeing all of our support teams. Leonie’s background is in paediatric nursing, but she took some time off from nursing in 2010 to enable her to focus more on her son who has Down Syndrome. At this time Leonie became involved with SGPC as she was interested in making a difference for other families, as well as working alongside professionals to help improve and shape services. She started off volunteering as a parent Rep and in 2013 she became a director and helped to develop SGPC into a Community Interest Company (CIC Not For Profit). Leonie has a passion for helping other parent carers and being part of SGPC.