Governors

What do Governors do?

Governors are responsible for overseeing the management of school, in terms of strategy and policy. Governors work as a team with the head teacher, staff, and the Diocese. They are responsible for making sure the school provides a good quality of education for all pupils. The role involves supporting the head teacher in managing and improving the school.

Why be a Governor?

Being a governor allows you to gain a variety of new skills and develop ones you already have. Governing bodies need people from all backgrounds who can bring their professional knowledge to the benefit of the school. Being a governor requires regular attendance of formal meetings, as well as regular training.

What is it like being a Governor at St. George’s?

Being a Governor at St. George’s Catholic Primary school enables you to become part of a very special community, with links to St. George’s Catholic Church as well as The Friends of St. George’s. Working alongside the Head Teacher and staff, enables you to contribute towards the nurturing and vibrant environment of the school.

If you are interested in helping the whole school, you should consider becoming a governor. Please contact the Chair of Governors to discuss in more detail.

The Governing Body of St. George's Catholic Primary School shall consist of 7 foundation governors, 2 parent governors, the Headteacher, a staff governor and a Local Authority governor.

Governors are appointed for 4 years.  Foundation governors are appointed by the Bishop; Parent Governors are elected by parents of current children on roll and the Local Authority Governor is appointed by the Local Authority.

Governors meetings are held at least termly.  Copies of the minutes of Governors meetings are available on request

Instrument of Government 

Governors mission statement