Trust Member Profiles

On leaving school, Julie trained as a pharmacy Dispenser working for Boots the Chemist.

After several years in the dispensary, she decided on a career change and joined a major airline, becoming a flight Purser, a post that she very much enjoyed.

She has two sons, both of whom attended OPGS. Whilst they were at the school, Julie joined the team of Exam Invigilators and became a Governor, serving for thirteen years, including six as Chair of Governors.

Her years of involvement have enabled a deep understanding and knowledge of Oakwood Park, and she continues to be committed to supporting the school, its staff and the students at OPGS in her role as a Member.

Tom is Director of Income Generation and Communications at St Christopher's Hospice in south east London and a trustee of two charities alongside his role at OPGS.
Tom was a pupil at Oakwood and served on  the Governing Board as a Community Governor for 7 years.  Tom is delighted to continue his relationship with, and contributions to, the school as a Trustee.

Shireen Razey is an experienced Board Member with extensive governance expertise across the secondary and further education sectors. She has served as a Governor for more than a decade, including in the role of Chair, and is deeply committed to ensuring equity of opportunity for all young people. Living locally, Shireen is passionate about enabling every pupil to reach their full potential through high quality local education. 

Recognised with an OBE for services to education in 2025, Shireen brings a proven track record of strategic leadership and sector impact. She is a strong advocate for continuous improvement, believing that excellence is achieved through collaboration, professional generosity, and a relentless focus on supporting and developing others.

Shireen is also committed to social action, recognising the importance of engaging pupils in volunteering and charitable initiatives to help build confidence, character, and a strong sense of civic responsibility.

Professionally, Shireen has worked in post‑16 education for over twenty years and is currently the Executive Principal of a family of three inner‑London Sixth Form Colleges. 

She holds a BA in Business Studies from Manchester University, a PGCE from Nottingham Trent University, and a Master’s in Educational Management from the University of Greenwich. She has also achieved her Level 7 Coaching qualification.

Outside her professional responsibilities, Shireen is active in volunteering and charity work. Her interests include travel, cricket, and supporting Gillingham FC.

Steve is a former pupil at OPGS and was the Vice Chair of Governors at OPGS for a number of years as well as being the Chair of the Finance, Premises, Personnel and Audit Committee. After leaving the school as a pupil in 2001, Steve graduated from Lancaster University with a BA in Accounting and Finance. He worked in Local government whilst completing his professional exams. Steve then moved to the Higher Education Sector where he now holds the role of Director of Finance.

Steve is committed to ensuring that the school continues to provide an exceptional learning experience for students, coupled with an outstanding staff experience.

Steve continues to support the school as a Trust Member.