Our School Governors
What schools must publish:
Schools must publish information about their governing body and its committees, in line with the constitution of governing bodies of maintained schools.
Schools should publish information about:
- their structure
- their responsibilities
- each governor or associate member
- governors’ or associate members’ relevant business and financial interests
- whether associate members have voting rights
– 15th May 2024, www.gov.uk, URL below:
Swinemoor Primary School Governors
There are three structural elements to the work of governors at SPS.
Firstly, there are three meetings annually where all academic business and associated matters are discussed – these are attended by the full board.
Secondly, there is the sub-committee of which all governors are members, this sub-committee meets at least three times annually to discuss curriculum standards, school development and any other matters as deemed necessary – this is called the general purpose sub- committee.
The final committee is the pay and personnel committee, this committee meets at least annually and membership of this committee is detailed in the table below.
| Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| Mrs. J. Simpson – Chair | Co-opted Governor |
| Mr. S Richardson – Vice Chair | Co-opted Governor |
| Mr. A. Brown | Parent Governor |
| Mr. D. Cooper | Parent Governor |
| Mr. P. Davison | Co-opted Governor |
| Mr. L. Myers | Head Teacher |
| Mr. D. Pritchard | Co-opted Governor |
| Mrs. J Sharp | Staff Elected Governor |
| Mrs. L. Wilson | Co-opted Governor |
| Mr. C. Williams | Local Authority Governor |
| Ms. A. Rodgers | Associate Governor |
| Ms. C. Stanley | Associate Governor |
| Ms. S. Trulio | Local Authority Clerk to the Governing Body |
| Governor resignations in last 12 months | Date |
|---|---|
| Nil |
Governors are appointed to help:
Further information:
The Governors Curriculum Statement
The Education Reform Act 1988 requires by law that schools provide pupils with a curriculum that:
[br] These are central to the beliefs of the Governors of the school.
At this school, the Governors aim to provide a curriculum appropriate to the needs of all of its pupils.
On entering the full-time education and throughout their time in school, children will follow the programmes of study that ensure that all subjects of the National Curriculum are covered.
In addition to National Curriculum subjects Religious Education is also taught.
It is the Governors’ aim that all children achieve their potential in every aspect of school life in an atmosphere of partnership and support.
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
