Our Governing Body

We are proud to be federated with Steam Mills Primary School and we have one federated Governing Body, which is responsible for both schools. We are in partnership with Soudley Primary, which currently has a separate Governing body.

What does a school governor do? (from LA information leaflet) Together with the head teacher, governors set the future direction for the schools and decide how the school’s budget should be spent.

Governing bodies make decisions collectively on matters such as performance targets, school policies and the school improvement planning. Everyone works together for the benefit of the children and they are at the heart of decision making. Governors monitor the impact of policies and oversee the use of the school’s budget. They report to parents on the school’s achievements and respond to inspection recommendations.

They hear appeals from pupils and staff and consider complaints. Governors provide the head teacher with support and advice, drawing on their knowledge and experience. They may ask searching questions. The governing body respect the head teacher’s position as professional leader of the school. Being a Governor is a voluntary, unpaid role and the work of Governors is greatly appreciated by staff and families.

Who are our Governors?

Name of GovernorCategory of GovernorAppointed byDate appointedTerm of officeRegister of interests
Brian BirdAssociateGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026Member of staff
Verity BrainCo-optedGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026
Martin ColemanParentParents14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026
Alison DavisLocal AuthorityGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026
Mel DavisHeadteacherN/A1.09.2010On-going
Jessica FawkesStaffStaff14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026Member of staff. Governor at John Kyrle High School.
Peter GreenwoodParentParents14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026
Richard HallCo-optedGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026
Georgina LewisCo-optedGoverning Body6.10.2022Four years 6.10.2026
Georgina MatthewsCo-optedGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026Member of staff
Vashti TingayCo-optedGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026
Jennifer ThomasCo-optedGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026Member of staff
David WildinCo-optedGoverning Body14.03.2022Four years 14.03.2026

*Relevant business interests (eg catering, building, stationery, transport); other educational establishments they govern; any relationships between other governors and staff members such as spouse, partners or relatives

Governor Attendance Governor attendance at meeting 2022-23

Governor Committees We have two committees. The Quality of Education Committee deals with the curriculum, teaching and learning, provision, Early Years etc. The Business Committee deals with finance, staffing, resources and premises. Mrs Thomas chairs the Quality of Education Committee and Mr Hall chairs the Business Committee.

Associate Governors vote at committee level but not at Full Governor meetings.

We are fortunate that governors collectively have a wide skill and knowledge base including working in the police force, the medical profession, social care, HR, administration and school leadership.

If you would like to contact our Chair of Governors, Mr Dave Wildin, please contact the school or email chair@smwf.org.uk

To contact our Clerk, email clerktogovs@smwf.org.uk