Governors are a voluntary body of people who guide and support the strategic direction of the school.  They are members of the school team and their contribution to the running of the school is highly valued. Our Governing Body meets regularly to help with strategic planning for the school.  The Governing Body is made up of people from various occupations and backgrounds, including those that live within our local community and have children within the school. They contribute a diverse range of skills and knowledge to successfully support and lead the school's development. They do not manage the school; that is the job of the headteacher and the leadership team.  

 

 

 

Thamina Khatun - Chair

Ozma Khan

 

 

School Governors are one of the largest voluntary organisations in the country. A school governor is often referred to as a ‘critical friend’ providing support and challenge to the Headteacher in managing the school. Essentially they are responsible, in collaboration with the head teacher, for managing the effectiveness of the school.

The law requires governing bodies and for the governing body to fulfil 3 core functions:

 

 - ensure the vision, ethos and strategic direction of the school are clearly defined, including reviewing and agreeing policies written by the school;

 - ensure the Headteacher performs his/her responsibilities for the education performance of the school;

 - ensure the sound, correct and effective use of the school’s financial resources.

 

Governors are not responsible for:

 

 - the internal organisation, management and control of the school;

 - the educational performance of the school.

 

These are the responsibility of the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the governors offer support and advice to the Headteacher, drawing on knowledge and experience from outside the school.

 

Governors are appointed for a 4 year term. Each governor volunteers and undertakes their duties in accordance with the governor code of conduct.