FIVE ELMS PRIMARY SCHOOL

Although they are volunteers, they are professional, committed and passionate about what the school does.  Their contribution is voluntary and they generally meet twice a term and visit the school regularly.

The Governing Body (GB) of Five Elms Primary School consists of the people listed below:

*Once elected, parent governors have the same role and responsibility as other Governors.  They are not just a representative of the parents and carers of the school, they are there to further the interests of all children in the school..

Together with the Headteacher, Governors are responsible for making sure the school provides a good quality education for all children and supports their well-being, they do the following:

• Set the vision and strategic direction of the school
• Provide challenge and support to the Headteacher, by holding the Headteacher accountable for educational performance
• Make decisions together on matters such as performance, targets, school policies and the School Development Plan
• Monitor the impact of policies and oversee school budget and staffing
• Report on school achievements and respond to inspection recommendations
• Hear appeals from pupils and staff and consider complaints.

Governors fulfil these duties by:

• Visiting the school on a regular basis;
• Attending Governor Board meetings that take place twice per term;
• Asking questions and considering documents prepared by the school;
• Challenging the Headteacher in a constructive way;
• Developing and supporting the values of the school.

All Governors are aware of and accept the Seven Nolan Principles of Public Life:http://www.public-standards.gov.uk/about-us/what-we-do/the-seven-principles/