Meet our Governing Body

Mrs Halliwell - Headteacher

Revd. Knight - Incumbent

Mrs Unwin  - Chair of governors (aunwin@bowdoncs.org), LA Governor

Mr Waddington - Vice Chair of Governors, Foundation Governor, Bowdon Parish, Chair of SIP

Mrs Green - Foundation Governor, Bowdon Parish, Chair of Resources

Mrs Kontny - Vice Chair of Resources, Parent Governor

Mrs Gartside - Foundation Governor, Bowdon Parish

Mrs Morgan - Paren Governor

Miss Jenkinson - Staff Governor

3 Foundation vacancies at present

Governor Committees

Admissions

Mrs Halliwell (Headteacher)
Revd. Knight
Mr Waddington

Resources

Mrs Green (Chair)
Mrs Kontny 
Mrs Halliwell
Mrs Gartside

Mrs Morgan

Mrs Unwin

School Improvement Plan Committee (SIPC)

Mr Waddington (Chair)
Mrs Halliwell
Mrs Unwin
Miss Jenkinson

Revd Knight

Headteacher's Performance Management

Mrs Green (Chair)
Revd. Knight

Mrs Unwin

Pay Review Committee

Mrs Unwin (Chair)

Mrs Halliwell
Mrs Green
Mr Waddington 

Pupil Discipline Committee

Any 3 selected Governors subject to availability and impartiality.

Complaints Panels / Disciplinary & Appeals Panels

Any 3 selected Governors subject to availability and impartiality.

School Governors

The Governing Board is responsible for both the conduct of the school and for promoting high standards. The Governing Board carries out its role by ensuring the vision and ethos is established and that the school works efficiently and effectively. It does this by building a thorough knowledge of the school and its community, by both supporting and constructively challenging the school, and ensuring compliance. The role of the Governing Body is a strategic one; operational matters are the responsibility of the school leadership team. The Governing Board of our school is made up of various categories of governors who all work together in the interest of children at the school.

Why volunteer as a school governor?
You may consider becoming a school governor because:

• You care about the education young people receive
• You want to make an important contribution to society and local communities
• You are keen to help all children enjoy their time at school and do the best they can
• You want to help to strengthen the link between schools and their communities
• You want to use the skills you have in a worthwhile and rewarding role
• You enjoy the challenge of learning and developing your own skills whilst helping others

Governors need not be experts in the field of education. What they do need is an interest in the school and in the welfare of our children, as well as the time and willingness to get involved. Sometimes parents with particular skills, such as expertise in finance, are invited to apply, but training and support is available to Governors.

Governors need the ability to be able to work as part of a team, to question proposals and contribute to discussions so that the Board can make good decisions. All governors are expected to be able to read straightforward budget reports and data on school standards.

Governors are expected to:

• Attend termly meetings of the full Governing Board
• Contribute as a member of a Committee and attend termly meetings
• Visit the school formally at least once a year
• Attend school events when possible to support the work of the school and improve their knowledge and understanding of the school
• Attend training courses and be ready to be interviewed by Ofsted inspectors when necessary

In return, we commit to

• Provide access to quality training
• Provide governors with access to our online Governor Hub portal, giving easy access to documents, agendas and information to support you in their role

You might also like to look at the information for Governors on www.inspiringgovernance.org or via our Clerking Service www.trustgs.co.uk
Please note that for the protection of children, all governor appointments are subject to a DBS check and identity check.