Pen Portraits

Mr J Kay

I am honoured to serve as a governor at Christ the King. My mum attended Christ the King and I grew up in the local area. Currently, I am the headteacher at St Teresa's Catholic Primary School in Preston, where I am committed to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment. I am passionate about the local community and firmly believe in the transformative power of education to create a better society. I am committed to working with everyone at Christ the King to support our students in achieving their fullest potential.

Mrs C Monaghan

Safeguarding Governor

As the current serving Headteacher at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston, I bring my knowledge of the curriculum, school management and school improvement. I am passionate that Catholic education should enable all children, regardless of their background to achieve their true potential. Through my contribution to the strategic direction of Christ the King, I am able to live out my faith and serve the community.

Fr C Pedley

Acting Chair of Governors

I am a Jesuit and Parish Priest of St Wilfrid’s, Preston. I was born and brought up in Rugby and joined the Jesuits after studying Economic and Social Studies in Manchester. I did my training in Rainhill, Birmingham, London, Zimbabwe, Cambridge Massachusetts and the Philippines and was subsequently ordained in 1986. I initially worked in retreat houses before becoming involved in administration and for thirteen years was Librarian at Heythrop College, University of London. From 2013 I was on the staff of Farm Street Church, London, before coming to Preston in 2021.

Mrs L Orr

With an Engineering degree and Masters in Project Management, Lorraine has spent 30+ years leading process improvement & change programmes across all industry sectors She is a Director of several businesses including the provision of maintenance services for social housing, and is the Joint founder of a CIC which provides housing & community support for ex-prisoners during their rehabilitation journey Lorraine currently volunteers for the NSPCC, delivering workshops to primary schools across Lancashire to encourage children to recognise when they need to “Speak Out to Stay Safe” She is the chair of the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) for her local RC parish church and is keen to bring business skills and to contribute as a Foundation Governor for CtK

Mr R Day

At Christ the King, I currently hold two positions of leadership responsibility: Head of English (KS3) and Head of Learning and Life Skills. I am passionate about Education and value that Christ the King recognises and develops the whole child – by supporting all in achieving their potential – spiritually, academically and personally. I feel strongly that our English Curriculum is a major component of this because it equips the students with the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate the world whilst fostering their curiosity, awe and wonder for learning. I take responsibility for leading a high value PSHE curriculum by guaranteeing the strategic delivery of statutory content and embedding it within the whole school curriculum. My overview of these areas, as well as supporting the Student Council and Prefect Team, ensures that we prepare the students not only for academic success but create responsible citizens of the future.