Governors
The Governing Board is a group of volunteers drawn from all areas of the local community. It is a key part of the decision-making process of the school and is accountable for financial decisions and sustaining school improvement. The Governing Body follows the circle model of governance and holds two full governing board meetings each term to discuss and decide on important aspects of school management. The key strategic functions of the Governing Body are to:
Ensure clarity of vision, values, ethos and strategic direction;
Hold the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils;
Oversee the financial performance of the school and make sure its money is well spent.
(Governors’ Handbook Department of Education 2013)
The Governing Board members visit the school during its working day to understand how the school operates as well and meet on a regular basis. This helps to identify what St Mary’s does well and any areas for improvement. It also gives an opportunity to assess the impact of the decisions taken and agreed by the Governing Board.
We have a number of vacancies on your Governing Board. If you are interested in becoming a Governor, please contact Mrs Beer in the School Office on 0161 480 4736.
Please find below details of how our Governing body is structured, including the names, categories, responsibilities and terms of appointment for each Governor: