Governors

The Governing Body of the William Henry Smith School consists of 13 members all of whom give their services voluntarily and without financial reward.

The Governing Body has a very important role to play in the life of a school. Governors have to work in close partnership with the Principal and staff to ensure the effectiveness of the school. Being a Governor requires commitment and energy: attending meetings, being involved in school activities, working as a team and accepting a fair share of responsibility. A good team combines common purpose, clarity on roles, respect for others, democratic working practices, good leadership and good communication.

To do this effectively and efficiently the Governing Body has set up a number of committees with specifically defined responsibilities, the main ones of which are:

Finance Committee

  • Reviews the School Improvement Plan
  • Monitors income and expenditure
  • Draws up the Annual Budget
  • Provides guidance on staffing
  • Reviews relevant policies annually: Equal Opportunities, Personnel, Disciplinary and Absence policies.

School Committee

  • Monitors the implementation of curriculum policies including the National Curriculum.
  • Monitors assessment and testing arrangements
  • Monitors the implementation of the School’s Safeguarding Policy
  • Reviews relevant policies annually: Admissions, Curriculum, Spiritual and Moral Development, Policy on Learning Difficulties & Disabilities, Child Protection, Food & Nutrition, Care & Behaviour.

Premises Committee

  • Carries out a termly inspection of the School premises
  • Recommends the nature and standard of maintenance required in the school
  • Receives reports from the Premises Officer on maintenance, repairs, damage to premises
  • Reviews –
  • Safety on school trips and off site visits
  • Accident book
  • School security
  • Cleaning, heating and grounds contractors
  • Lettings procedures
  • Asset Management Plan
  • Relevant policies: Health & Safety, School Premises, Accessibility

Find out more on how to become a School Governor.