​Message from the chair of Governors, Miss Katherine Parsons

On behalf of the Governing Body, a warm welcome to Elloughton Primary School.
We are very proud of all the children and staff in our school, where “children are inspired to learn” in a safe, happy, creative and challenging environment.

Here, governors, staff, parents and children work as a team, and we understand that communication is vitally important when working together. I hope that this website provides some useful information and a sense of life at Elloughton Primary School.
Communication is more than this however, and the Governing Body firmly believes that a good relationship between school and home is the foundation of a happy and productive journey through school. We are fortunate to have the co-operation, support and involvement of parents and the community in daily life here. Our place as part of the local community is always a priority, and as a Governing Body we strive to ensure that within the school every voice, however small, is heard.

As Governors we become involved with a variety of issues including finance, policies, buildings maintenance, governance and staff appointments. However, without a doubt, we consider that our most important role is to play our part in the welfare and achievement of all the children.

Please enjoy looking around our website, and if you would like to contact us, then we’d be happy to hear from you.
Best regards,

Katherine Parsons

The Governors:

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Miss Katherine Parsons  
Mrs Janet Hutson
​Dr S Muzaffar
Mrs Lesley Hemingway      
​Mr David Godfrey 
Mr David Rockett 
Mrs Carole Fulstow 
Mrs Rebecca Brammall 
​Mrs Hannah Stillings
Mrs Amanda Hall-Meill 
​Miss Melissa Oram

Chair of Governors
Co-opted
​Co-opted    
​Local Authority Governor
Parent
Parent 
Headteacher
Associate Member
Staff
Head of Clerking ERYC
Governor Support Officer ERYC

The school Governor's Visits policy is shown on the link below:

Governor's Visit Guidance Policy 

Would you like to be a School Governor? 
We have two vacancies for non-parent positions on our Governing Body. We are particularly keen to recruit individuals with experience in data analysis; financial management and monitoring; risk management and performance management, as well as an interest in Education. Experience in the education sector is not essential for these positions. If interested, please email admin@epsch,.co.uk for more information or click here to complete a short application. 
Click below to find out more:

BECOME A GOVERNOR

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More Information on the Elloughton Primary School Governing Body

Elloughton Primary School has a governing body which comprises members of the local community, parents, teachers, staff and representatives of the Local Education Authority.
The role of the school governor is demanding but very rewarding.  The governing body is responsible for working with the school to ensure that it delivers a good quality education. Together with the Headteacher, who is responsible for day-to-day management, we set the school's aims and policies.

The governing body has three main functions: 

• Ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
• Hold the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff; and
• Oversee the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent.

 
 Specific duties of governors include:

• Monitoring progress with the school development plan
• Determining how the school's budget is spent
• The appointment of staff
• Forming policy on the school's curriculum
• Setting standards for pupils' behaviour and discipline
• Making sure school buildings are welcoming and safe
• Hearing appeals and grievances

Governors are not involved in making day to day operational decisions, as this is the role of the Headteacher and school leadership team.

How many governors are there?
The governing body consists of:

• 1 Headteacher 
• 1 Chair of governors,
• 2 Parent governors;
• 1 Local Authority governor;
• 1 Staff governor; 
• 2 Co-opted governors; 
• 1 Associate governor, non voting role.

What are the different types of governors at Elloughton Primary School?
Parent - elected by the parents of children currently attending the school. Such governors must have a child at the school at the time of the election.
Staff  - member of staff, who is representative of teaching and non-teaching staff
Local Authority - appointed by the Local Education Authority. Typically, these governors possess a specific and useful skill or are known for their community work and interest in education.
Headteacher - may choose to be a governor or opt to remain independent. Whichever is the case, the Headteacher has the right to attend all meetings of the governing body. .  At Elloughton Primary School the Headteacher plays an active role in all meetings and committees.
Co-opted - appointed by the governing body, these governors may possess particular skills or come from a specific group within society such as the business community or the local community.
Associate – the governing body may appoint an associate although unlike the other governors, this is a non-voting role.  At Elloughton Primary School, the Deputy Headteacher has been appointed as associate. 

Governing Body meetings and committees
Our Governing Body meets formally at least 3 times a year, and additional meetings may be called if circumstances require.  Minutes of these meetings are taken and most recent minutes can be found here when they are available:
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​Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Autumn 2020
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Summer 2020
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Autumn 2019
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Summer 2019
​Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Autumn 2018
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Summer 2018
​Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Spring 2018
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Autumn 2017​
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Summer 2017
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Spring 2017
​Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Autumn 2016
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Summer 2016
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Spring 2016
Elloughton Primary School Governing Body Minutes - Autumn 2015

Governors are also invited to informal meetings and some staff meetings in order to be aware of current priorities and areas of development within school and education.

​Many of the key duties of the Governing Body take place within committees, and these meet at least 3 times a year.  Each governor is expected to sit on at least one committee, and these deal with:

• Standards and Achievements;
• Behaviour, Safety and Welfare;
• Leadership and Management;

Other committees also sit when needed to deal with:

• Performance review;
• Personnel, discipline and appointments;
• Complaints;
• Pupil discipline; and Appeals

The links below will show how the Governing Body is organised and committees are made up, the relevant business interests and any material interests arising from relationships between governor or governors and school staff.  You will also be able to check attendance of Governors at meetings for the last year.

Elloughton Primary School - Governing Body, organisation and flow chart
Elloughton Primary School - Governors Details
Governor Attendance for 2020/2021
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​​Each governor also holds a “link” role where they take a lead on a given subject or area within the Governing Body.  Examples include safeguarding, training, literacy, Maths, or science.

Governors are also expected to spend time in school with children and staff, be involved in educational visits, and other school events.  The Governor Visits policy can be viewed by clicking the link Governor Visit Guidance Policy

Do you want to be a school governor?

There are no formal qualifications needed to become a school governor. The one essential requirement is an interest in, and commitment to, the education of children. Governors have to be over 18 years of age.
Governors are ordinary people, drawn from many areas of society. They need to be able to devote time to getting to know the school well and to be active and available in their support for it. Having common sense and a desire to serve the community are also important.
A comprehensive package of training and development is provided, including induction, support from experienced governors, training and information.

If you are interested in becoming a school governor, please contact the chair of the governing body via admin@epsch.co.uk .