Crowcroft Park Primary School Governors

Governors are the school’s critical friends. We are there to support the Headteacher and leadership team to set the school’s direction and stay focused on it.

Our role is important and varied. Taking the lead from the Headteacher we look at whether the children are making good progress and of course ensure that they are always safe and happy in school. We also check that the budget makes sense, adds up and isn’t overspent; and think about whether the school buildings, playground and environment are the best that they can be for your children.

We visit the school as often as we can. We stay up to date by accessing information, advice and training on issues we don’t feel clear on. Anybody is welcome to attend the open part of full governing body meetings, which take place at least once a term. Parents can contact the Chair of governors at any time via the school office.

Our current governing body has 9 governors which includes the Headteacher:

• Parent Governors (2) are elected by parents of registered pupils and must be parents or carers at the time of election.
• Local Authority Governors (1) are nominated by the Local Authority
• Staff Governors (1) are elected by the staff employed to work at the school.
• Co-opted Governors (4) are appointed by the governing body to represent community interests.
• We also have an independent, professional clerk who takes minutes during meetings and carries out necessary administrative support.
  
  

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