The Governing Body plays an active role within the school, meeting regularly to provide both challenge and support. Governance is a strategic role and together with the Headteacher, the governors oversee the strategic direction of the school. The Headteacher, Mr Beach, is responsible for the operational running of the school.
Being a Governor of a small village school brings special challenges and commitment to support the school’s leadership team. Governors are very proud of the children and the school, devoting time to their formal commitments and to participating in the life of the school.
The Full Governing Body (FGB) meets at least every half term and there is a resource committee that also meets regularly.
Individual governors additionally take on responsibility for specific areas Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Curriculum and Vulnerable Pupils for example . In these linked roles, they carry out learning walks, pupil voice surveys and discuss the School Development Plan (SDP) with subject leaders. Governors visit regularly and report to fellow governors, these reports are circulated at FGB meetings.
The Governing Body is committed to the continuous improvement in the overall quality of education, including improvements to facilities, buildings, IT and the school infrastructure.
The Governing Body brings together the professional skills and experience from its members. An effective governing body is an essential part of the school’s leadership and management team.
If you would like more information about the work of the Governing Body, please contact our Chair of Governors, Mrs Sarah Pugh via the school office.
Mrs Sarah Pugh
Chair of Governors
Sarah is our Chair of Governors and Foundation Governor. She works closely with the Headteacher and oversees the work of the governing board. To find our more about the governing body, Mrs Pugh can be contact via the school office: admin@greatgaddesden.herts.sch.uk
