School Governance
We believe that a strong Governing Board is need to run a strong, successful school. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and skills. For more details about membership, structure and committees, please contact the school office.
Our Governance Team
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Name of Governor |
Special Responsibilities |
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Headteacher |
Kate Eastwood |
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Chair of Governors |
Shaun Booth |
SEN |
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Vice Chair |
Craig Walton |
Online Safety |
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Members |
Rebecca Austerfield |
Curriculum |
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Rachael Carr |
Health & Safety |
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Nicola Padget |
Safeguarding |
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Sharon Macey |
Reading |
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*Vacancy* |
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The Core Functions of the Governing Board
School governance is strategic not operational. The day-to-day running of the school is the responsibility of the headteacher. The headteacher fulfils this responsibility through implementing a strategic plan agreed with the governing board.
School governance regulations and the DfE Governance Handbook identify three core functions for governing boards:
- ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
- holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organistaion and its pupils, and the performance management of staff
- overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent
Getting in touch with a Governor
If you need to speak to a school governor, please do so via the school office, in one of the following ways:
- By email to office@mount.wakefield.sch.uk
- By leaving a phone message on 01924 371738
- By writing a letter
If you need to speak to a governor regarding a complaint, they will direct you to our complaints policy.
Current Governing Board
Previous Governing Board Members
(stepped down within last 12 months)
Have you got what it takes to become a school governor?