Meet our Governing Body

Mrs Sam Halliwell - Headteacher	Revd. Andrew Knight - Incumbent	Mr Mark Herrington - Co-Vice Chair of Governors, Chair of SIPC	Mrs Amy Unwin -  Chair of Governors, Parent Governor
Mrs Debi Green - Foundation Governor, Bowdon Parish, Chair of Resources	Mrs Hilary Gartside -Foundation Governor, Bowdon Parish	Mr Jake Waddington - Foundation Governor, Bowdon Parish, Co-Vice Chair of Governors, Vice Chair of SIPC	Mrs Sarah Kontny - Parent Governor, Vice Chair of Resources
Mrs Lyndsey Cochrane - Staff Governor	Mrs Mary Graham - Foundation Governor, St. Peter's

Governor Committees

Admissions

Mrs S. Halliwell (Headteacher)
Mrs S. Moss (Deputy Headteacher & Assoc. Gov)
Revd. A Knight
Mr J Waddington

Resources

Mrs D. Green (Chair)
Mrs S. Kontny (Vice Chair)
Mrs S. Halliwell
Mrs S. Moss (Deputy Headteacher)
Mr Z. Richardson(SBM & Assoc. Gov)
Mrs M Graham
Mrs H. Gartside

School Improvement Plan Committee (SIPC)

Mr. M. Herrington (Chair)
Mr J. Waddington (Vice Chair)
Mrs S. Halliwell
Mrs A. Unwin
Mrs L. Cochrane
Mrs M Graham
Mrs S. Moss (Deputy Headteacher)

Headteacher's Performance Management

Mrs D. Green (Chair)
Revd. A Knight

Mrs A Unwin

Pay Review Committee

Mrs A Unwin (Chair) - aunwin@bowdoncs.org

Mrs S. Halliwell
Mrs D. Green
Mr J. 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

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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 on-line 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.