What is the Role of a School Governor?
Governors work as part of a team. They are responsible for making sure the school provides good quality education. Governors govern rather than manage. They are there to give direction and focus by performing a strategic role. The day to day management of the school is the responsibility of the Headteacher. Governors will support and, at the same time, challenge Headteachers by gathering views, asking questions and deciding what is best for the school.
Governors are required to play an active part in the decision making process of the school, getting involved in real issues. Governors make important decisions together on policies and strategies.
Please find some more information about our Governors below:
Alison Parr, Chair of Governors
My name is Alison Parr and I am our Chair of Governors.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if I can help in any way.
Alexandra Stanley, Vice Chair
As the Chief Executive Officer of an International Scientific Union, I have not only gained extensive experience in strategic planning and organizational management but also witnessed the transformative power of education and outreach. I have always been passionate about making science accessible and engaging for learners of all ages.
As a parent, I understand the pivotal role that early education plays in shaping the foundation of a child’s future. I am committed to ensuring that our infant school continues to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where our children can thrive and develop a lifelong love for learning. I believe that effective communication and engagement between parents, educators, and the school leadership are essential for creating a positive learning environment and I aim to to bridge these connections, ensuring that the voices of parents are heard and considered in the decision-making processes that impact our children’s education.
Ros Thomas
My name is Ros Thomas, Vice Chair of Governors and Link Governor for Special Needs and Pupil Premium. I taught English at Grove School, Market Drayton for 28 years from Yr 7 to A level and was Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator and Teacher/Librarian.
I now feel privileged to have the opportunity to participate in education in the early years where the foundation for a love of learning is established. I have always had a keen interest in all aspects of education especially the development of language, reading and literature. To teach a child to read and write is to offer them a precious gift that will open opportunities for life and I feel very lucky to play a part in this at Market Drayton Infants School. I am very proud of all that the school is achieving.
Andy Watkiss
My name is Andy Watkiss and I am a Trust Board Appointed Governor.
I am also one of the Owners and Directors of Mount Lane Day Care Nursery Limited and have had day to day involvement with children, parents and staff ever since we started in 1990. The Nursery started as a concept idea and only a handful of children, but now we currently have over 250 children on our registers. Early Years education has been a very important part of my life and I will try to help as many families as possible in and around Market Drayton.
I posses a lot of skills which I can add to our Governing Body, from financial planning to staff appraisals.
Julie Meijueiro
My name is Julie Meijueiro, Chair of Governors and I work for Early Help in Children’s Services for Shropshire Council as a Parenting Practitioner. I have previously had 13 years’ experience of working in primary schools both as a member of staff and as a governor. My specialty is in teaching children with specific learning difficulties namely Dyslexia, supporting both children and their parents as well as the wider community and have a wide knowledge base in Safeguarding.
I am passionate about supporting children’s happiness and early intervention within their education journey enabling them to reach their learning potential regardless of their backgrounds. I fully support the Empower Trusts Vision of being able to Inspire, Empower and Achieve.
Declarations of Interest
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