The Governing Body’s role in the school is, essentially, a strategic one. In consultation with the Headteacher, the Governors:
· Set aims and objectives for the school
· Approve policies and targets which are expected to achieve these aims and objectives
· Monitor and evaluate the progress of the school
· Act as ‘critical friends’ of the school, offering both support and constructive challenge to the Headteacher and staff.

The Headteacher is responsible for the internal organisation, management and control of the school and is a member of the Governing Body.

The Governing Body normally consists of:
· Headteacher
· Seven Parent Governors
· Four Governors appointed by the Local Authority
· Five Community Governors, local residents appointed by Governing Body
· Two elected Teacher Governors
· One elected Support Staff Governor

Current Membership:

Ian Jungius – Headteacher
Michael Pye – Chair of Governors – Authority
Sue Ticehurst – Vice Chairman
John White MBE – Authority
Andy Watkins – Authority
Jane Birch - Authority
Mark Bosly – Parent
Martin Falkner – Parent
Sandeep Nighoskar – Parent
Karen Brett – Parent
Lisa Boniface – Parent
Rachael Redgate - Parent
Clive Hale – Community
Sam Birch – Community
John Hurwood – Community
Nigel Dumbell – Community
Tim Beard – Community
Tom Hayes – Teacher
Simon Heywood – Teacher
Gina Pellet – Support Staff
Karen Harrity – Clerk to Governors

Governors can be contacted via the school office