Governors

The Federated Board of Governors for Langley Fitzurse & Stanton St Quintin Schools

The role of the Board of Governors, as stipulated by the Department for Education, is to:

• Ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
• Hold the Executive Head Teacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils;
• Oversee the financial performance of the school and making sure the money is well spent.

The Structure of the Board of Governors

The Board of Governors is made up of 12 governor positions and two associate members, as follows:

• 2 Parent Governors (elected by the Parents)
• 1 Local Authority Governor (appointed by the Local Authority)
• 3 Foundation Governors (appointed by the Diocese)
• 1 Staff Governor (appointed by the Staff)
• 1 Executive Head (ex officio)
• 4 Co-Opted Governors (appointed by the Board of Governors)
• 2 Associate members (appointed by the Board of Governors)

The Governing Body must act as a corporate body. It must also act with integrity, objectivity, honesty and in the best interests of the school.  The governing body will:

• Elect the Chair & Vice Chair
• Approve the school budget
• Review & agree the School Improvement Plan
• Agree any general principles on pupil discipline
• Decide any changes in the times of school sessions
• Set the Governors’ objectives for the year
• Ensure all pupils can take part in a daily act of worship

The governing body has a duty to:

• Hold a meeting at least once a term
• Consider the LA’s curriculum policy
• Ensure that the national curriculum is implemented
• Ensure that RE and daily collective worship are provided

Our Committees

There are 3 committees – Finance & Resources – chaired by Huw Solly, Teaching, Learning & Development – chaired by Adrian Cole, and Christian Distinctiveness – chaired by Katherine Bloomer.  The governing body will determine the membership of these committees and remains accountable for any decisions taken.  The overriding objective of the committees is to work towards an outstanding rating from Ofsted and from SIAMS (statutory Inspections of Anglican & Methodist Schools) at the earliest opportunity, and to maintain that standard.  Towards meeting this objective they will work closely with the full governing body, the school and all stakeholders, including the Church.  With them, they will ensure that the necessary steps are embedded in the School Improvement Plan and the Self Evaluation Form to drive the schools forward.

Our Panels and Working Groups

In order to support the work of the committees, we have the following Panels and Working Groups:

Performance Management Panel

Composed of Chair of Governors, a member from each of the Committees, including a Foundation governor and our School Improvement Partner.  The compliment of this committee will not include members of staff or those with a conflict of interest.  Where this may occur the FGB will appoint another person. This panel undertakes the Executive Headteacher’s annual performance review and recommending any Executive Headteacher’s pay increment.

Appeals/Complaints Panel

Composed of 3 other non staff governors (not from the staffing panel), has the delegated power to hear appeals/complaints, ensure the policy for Appeals and complaints is adhered to and make decisions following a Pay Panel Meeting.

Pay Panel

Comprises 3 members.   This panel meets once a year to approve the result of the Headteacher’s performance review and any recommendation for a salary increment. This panel also approves the pay policy including performance related pay for teachers.

Our Link Governors

In order to better understand key areas of the schools and provide a link between the governing body and staff we have appointed link governors for the following areas:

• English
• Maths
• Science
• SEND
• Church/RE
• Safeguarding
• Health & Safety
• Pupil Premium

We will also appoint a Governor of the Term, who will visit both schools in connection with the current FGB focus.

Some of our Responsibilities