Governance

Board of Governors

The core functions of the governing body include, but are not limited to ensuring:

that the vision, ethos and strategic direction of the school are clearly defined
that the headteacher performs their responsibilities for the educational performance of the school
the sound, proper and effective use of the school’s financial resources

act with integrity, objectivity and honesty and in the best interests of the school
be open about the decisions they make and the actions they take and shall be prepared to explain their decisions and actions to interested parties

The governing body also has legislative responsibility and strategic oversight for the school’s safeguarding arrangements.

Foundation Governors are appointed by the Diocese of Westminster.

Parent governors are elected by parents and carers.

A staff governor is elected by members of staff.

In addition there are also associate members, who are:

Clerk to the Governing Body: Katie Jeffreys

The Governing Body meets once a term. There are three sub committees of the governing body with delegated responsibilities. The committees are:

Becoming a school governor is a valuable way of serving the local community.

Please contact Ms. Beveridge, our School Business Manager for further information.

See the link to the Diocese below.