The Governing Board
On 1 September 2025, Prince’s Mead School Trust (Prince’s Mead) formally merged with King Edward VI School, Southampton (KES). This merger marks a new chapter for both schools, combining their strengths and traditions to enhance the educational experience for all pupils. Four governors from the former Prince’s Mead Governing Body have joined the Board of Governors of King Edward VI School.
Geraint Davies - Chair of Governors
Geraint, is Chair of Governors and of the Governance and Nominations Committee, in addition to being a member of all other Committees. He is an old Edwardian, and graduated from Bristol University where he read Economics and Accounting. He has worked in senior positions in the ‘Big 4’ accounting firms in the UK, Switzerland, the Channel Islands and Malta, including being Senior Partner at EY Southampton, and has recently retired to pursue a portfolio career. He is married with 3 daughters, two of whom attended KES, and two of whom attended KES Prep. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, cycling, travel and promoting all aspects of Southampton, his home city, and where he was Chair of Governors at City College from 2017 to 2023.
Chris Lowe - Vice Chair of Governors
Chris joined the Board in 2019 and became Chair of the Trust, School and Board in January 2025.
He is a Partner and Managing Director at AlixPartners, advising clients on the financing of corporate transactions. Chris and his wife Jenny, live in central Winchester and their three daughters each attended Prince’s Mead School.
Downtime for Chris is centred on his family and friends, health and wellness, enjoying the mountains and watching sport when time allows.
