Otterbourne C.E. Primary School
Excellence for All in Every Way
Meet the Governors
Welcome Message
On behalf of the Governors, a very warm welcome to our school web site. We hope you will find it easy to use and that it gives you a taste of what we have to offer to you and your children.
The Governors meet twice a term to discuss school strategy and policies. Additionally, many governors enjoy coming into school on a regular basis and involve themselves in the day-to- day life of the school .This includes activities such as helping in classrooms and driving the school minibus. Our aim is to provide a safe and caring environment where children are encouraged and challenged to reach their full potential. We are proud of our school and feel privileged to support the Head Teacher and staff in delivering a varied and stimulating education for our children.
Governor applications are welcomed from all members of the community. Elections are held when vacancies arise. You can find a list of the current governors and more information on what we do on the Governors’ page of this web site. If you have any suggestions or queries, or would like to enquire about being a Governor at Otterbourne School please leave a message, with your contact details, with the school office.
Sue Barham,
Chair of Governors
Current Governors
|
Name of Governor |
Category |
Appointed by |
Expiry of office |
|
Sue Barham |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
4 February 2023 |
|
Julian Pearce |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
20 September 2021 |
|
Steve Wootton |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
20 May 2023 |
|
Nick Michael |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
4 February 2023 |
|
Chris Brooks-Martin |
Headteacher |
N/A |
N/A |
|
Chris John |
Parent |
Parents |
12 July 2021 |
|
Rick Longworth |
Parent |
Parents |
23 October 2023 |
|
Gillian MacDonald |
Foundation |
Diocese/Governing Body |
27 November 2021 |
|
Vera Oldham |
Foundation |
Diocese/Governing Body |
None |
|
Kevin Stafford |
Local Authority |
LA/Governing Body |
1 October 2022 |
|
Mel Whitwham |
Staff |
Staff |
11 February 2024 |
| Amber Reed | Co-opted | Governing Body | 9 February 2025 |
Governor Roles and Responsibilities
|
Chair of Governors |
Sue Barham |
|
Vice-Chair of Governors |
Steve Wootton |
|
Child Protection |
Sue Barham |
|
Safeguarding Pupil Premium |
Sue Barham and Julian Pearce |
|
Looked after Children |
Sue Barham |
|
Emotional Health |
Sue Barham |
|
Health and Safety |
Steve Wootton |
|
Staffing matters |
Sue Barham, Mel Whitwham |
|
Development and Training Governor |
Kevin Stafford |
|
Mentor for New Governors |
Vera Oldham |
|
Governor Forum |
Nick Michael |
|
Special Educational Needs |
Julian Pearce |
|
Church Focus Group |
Gill MacDonald, Vera Oldham |
|
School Council |
Gill MacDonald, Vera Oldham |
|
Website |
Chris John |
|
Safer Recruitment |
Kevin Stafford, Vera Oldham, Sue Barham |
| Finance Committee | Nick Michael (chair), Steve Wootton, Sue Barham, Rick Longworth, Chris Brooks-Martin |
| Curriculum and Standards Committee | Kevin Stafford (Chair), Vera Oldham, Sue Barham, Gillian MacDonald, Chris John, Chris Brooks-Martin |
Governor Meetings
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Proposed Dates for Full Governing Body Meetings 2020-21
Wed 25 November 2020 at 17:30 Spring Term Wed 24 March 2021 at 17:30 Summer Term Wed 14 July 2021 at 17:30
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