Our Governing Body
We are proud to be part of The Forest Federation of Soudley, Steam Mills and Woodside Primary Schools. We have one federated Governing Body, which is responsible for the three schools.
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. (Article 3- the best interests of the child are put at the heart of all decisions)
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.
Our vision: A thinking school committed to providing a high standard of education where children feel safe, respected and supported, enabling them to thrive and make a positive contribution to the wider community.
Chair of Governors: Mr Dave Wildin Contact Details: 01594 822567 chair@forest-federation.org
Clerk to Governors: Deborah Fishwick clerk@forest-federation.org
Constitution of Governing Body:
|
Name of Governor |
Category of Governor |
Appointed by |
Date appointed |
Term of office |
Register of interests |
|
Brian Bird |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
Supply teacher |
|
Verity Brain |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
|
|
Alison Davis |
Local Authority |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
|
|
Mel Davis |
Headteacher |
N/A |
1.09.2010 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
Member of staff |
|
Graeme Drage |
Parent |
Parents |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
|
|
Jessica Fawkes |
Staff |
Staff |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
Member of staff. Governor at John Kyrle High School. |
|
Richard Hall |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
|
|
Alex Lewandowski |
Parent |
Parents |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
|
|
Georgina Matthews |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
Member of staff |
|
Sarah Mclean |
Associate |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
Member of staff |
|
Jennifer Thomas |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |
Member of staff |
|
David Wildin |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
15.04.24 |
Four years 15.04.28 |