The Board
The Board of Governors
The Board of Governors plays an important role in supporting the Norwegian School in London. Together with the Head Teacher and staff, the Governors help set the School’s long-term direction, ensure good financial management, and uphold its values and educational standards. The Board is made up of dedicated volunteers who bring a range of professional experience to help the School thrive and continue offering an excellent education within a warm, nurturing environment.
The Board meets five times a year and ensures the school will be managed according to the current laws and
regulations. The head teacher, staff representative and the president of the pupils council joins every board
meeting.
For any matters of concern please contact:
Emma Franck-Gwinnell
Emma.franck-gwinnell@norwegianschool.org.uk
The registered office address is 28 Arterberry Road, SW20 8AH, London UK.
Emma Franck-Gwinnell | Chair of Governors
Emma is Norwegian-British and grew up between Norway and the UK. She is a qualified lawyer with experience across ESG, regulation and dispute resolution.
Emma joined the Board of Governors in August 2023 and became Chair in September 2025. She chairs the Internal Control Committee and is also a member of the Finance Committee.
“I enjoy volunteering with the Norwegian School in London because it represents the best of both worlds — the high quality and values of Norwegian education, within a close-knit, international community. Having grown up between Norway and the UK, I’m proud to contribute to an institution that helps children stay connected to their Norwegian heritage while thriving in London.”
You can contact Emma at emma.franck-gwinnell@norwegianschool.org.uk.
Torgeir Hoff | Deputy Chair of Governors
More information about Torgeir will follow.
Tone Myhre
Tone is a Norwegian devoted Londonist who holds a position at the Faculty of Education and Arts at Nord University, Norway. Prior to joining Nord in 2012 she taught English in secondary education for many years. She recently completed a PhD in English didactics with focus on oral communication and outdoor education at lower secondary school.
Tone joined the Board of Governors in May 2024, and is the School’s SEND and Safeguarding Link Governor.
“I am proud to be a member of the Board of Governors at the Norwegian School in London and contribute to the running of the school. Two of my children were pupils at the school in 2019-2020. They had the best time, both academically and socially. We all appreciated the extended classroom with focus on practical and place-based learning. I still remember very well the English presentations held at the bank of the river Thames where I was allowed to join English teacher Jenny, and my daughter still talks about her trip to Madrid. Also, both my children still keep in contact with classmates from the school. Personally, I loved being involved with the FAU, the Friday morning coffee in the Village and the monthly Mammapub”.
Martine Tørressen
Martine holds a Bachelors degree in Business and Human Resource Management from Oxford Brookes University, enjoys working and living in London and also has experience as an au pair in High Wycombe.
Martine joined the Board of Governors in May 2024.
“I think it’s wonderful that the Norwegian School in London provides an offering for Norwegians in London, whether they are with us for just a semester or multiple years.”
Christine Lindewald Murphy
Christine is from Norway and has lived in the UK since 2011, working in Human Resources in the hospitality industry. Christine joined the Board of Governors in September 2025 and is a member of the Marketing Committee.
“When my daughter started at the Norwegian School in London in 2024 I loved the school environment, high level of teaching and inclusive community of the school. I am delighted she can connect with her Norwegian heritage while living in London. I wanted to contribute to the school and joining the board of governors on a volunteer basis is an excellent way to offer my time to help the school continue to deliver outstanding education.”
Elisabeth Lind Jones
Elisabeth is a Norwegian mum with two children at the Norwegian School in London. She is a financial advisor and investment comittee board member for large institutional investors with over twenty years of experience in the financial services industry.
Elisabeth joined the Board of Governors in August 2025 She is a member of the Internal Control Committee and is also a member of the Finance Committee.
“We have been a part of the Norwegian School and Kindergarten community for almost ten years. All three of my children have enjoyed the wonderful and nurturing environment the school provides. It has been instrumental in building their confidence and helped them learn and maintain Norwegian even though our family language is English. I am thrilled to volunteer as a governor with the Norwegian School in London, because it allows me to give back to the community we love and contribute to the future success of the school.”
