Governors

Roles: Vice Chair of Full Governing Body, Chair of Resources Committee

LEA Governor

Link Governor for Music, French, PSHCE and SRE Education, Staff Well-being

Date of appointment: 16.1.22

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: North Yorkshire Council

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 6/6 meetings; Resources Committee Attendance = 3/3; Admissions Committee Attendance = 1/1

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I have served on the Governing Body since December 2013, firstly as a Parent Governor and more recently as a Local Authority Governor since my appointment in January 2022.  I am currently Vice Chair of Governors, Chair of the Resources Committee and sit on the Admissions Committee.  I am also Link Governor for Staff Wellbeing together with a range of other subjects including Science, Computing, Art and Design, and Design Technology.  Regular contact with the subject leads allows Governors to monitor and support the work of the school across the school year.

As a governor, I have been able to gain a privileged and valuable insight into the day to day running of our school and into primary school education, as well as contributing to and supporting the continued development of the school.  I am particularly proud of the caring, family environment which staff, governors, pupils and their families all work so hard to maintain.  This in turn enables every child to strive to meet their full potential, either in terms of their academic attainment or their particular strengths and talents, to prepare them well for the next step of their education.

My daughters both attended the school and enjoyed all that was on offer at St Mary’s.

Professionally, I work as a Planning Officer and can offer this strategic skill set to the Governing Body.

Roles: Chair of Admissions Committee

Foundation Governor

Link Governor for EYFS, Phonics, SEND, Geography

Date of appointment: 27.9.24

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Diocese of Leeds

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 5/6 meetings; Resources Committee Attendance = 3/3; Admissions Committee Attendance = 1/1

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: Owner of land adjacent to school field on which planning application for building is sought

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I am proud to be a Foundation Governor of Bolton-on-Swale St Mary’s and am now in my second term of office on the governing body.

I am a local dairy farmer and my active involvement in the local community and an understanding of its context, helps me to support the school in living out its vision: ‘To love, live and learn together’. My understanding of rural issues and farming and my experience of building maintenance are all skills I bring to the governing body.

I am keen to support the distinctive Christian ethos of the school and the way in which it ensures all children are valued and included. It is a privilege to be working with such a committed school staff and a strong governing body.

Roles: Foundation Governor

Link Governor for Maths, PE and Sports Premium, History

Date of appointment: 27.9.24

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Diocese of Leeds

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 4/6 meetings; Resources Committee Attendance = 2/3

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: Trustee of Bolton-on-Swale Ecclesiastical and Educational Trust from 15.1.21

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: Brother in law to Clare White, Foundation Governor

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I was delighted to be invited to join the governing body of St Mary’s Bolton-on-Swale school in 2016 as a foundation governor. I am currently link governor for Maths, PE (including Sports Premium) and History and sit on the Resources Committee.

My children previously attended St Mary’s School so I have a strong connection to both the school and to St Mary’s Church, the parish and community. My aim, as a foundation governor, is to support the school, teachers and pupils to live out their vision: ‘To love, live and learn together’.

Professionally, I have a strong background in business and leadership and bring my skills of strategic management, finance and HR to support the work of the governing body.

Roles: Foundation Governor

Health and Safety Governor

Link Governor for Science, Computing, Art and Design and Design Technology

Date of appointment: 22.7.23

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Diocese of Leeds

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 5/6 meetings; Resources Committee Attendance = 3/3; Admissions Committee Attendance = 0/1

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: North Yorkshire Council Insurance and Risk Officer from 19.12.07

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I was invited to become a Foundation Governor in 2019. This was a role I was pleased to accept, having been a Parent Governor since 2016. I have had a child at the school, who is now in secondary school, and he has benefited, developed and grown up with the school’s vision: ‘To love, live and learn together’. I am keen to support the school in maintaining this mission for the good of everyone in the school and community.

My professional background is in insurance. I have worked in the Property and Liability insurance industry for 30 years and the last 20 years has been with North Yorkshire Council. This has provided me with experience in providing insurance and risk management and claims handling services to schools, which has enabled me to understand the issues and needs of schools in providing education across the County, some of the risks to this and how they have been addressed. I also have a good understanding of processes and procedures of the Local Authority such as procurement and traded services and how these can impact schools. I aim to share this knowledge and experience for the benefit of the school.

As well as attending the regular Governor Meetings, I sit on the Resources Committee and Admissions Committee. I am currently the Health and Safety designated Governor and the link Governor for Art and Design, Design Technology, Science and Computing.

I enjoy working with the Headteacher, Governors and staff to support their excellent work in helping the pupils to reach their full potential and my aim is to contribute towards the continued strong development of the school.

Roles: Foundation Governor

Link Governor for Maths, PE and Sports Premium, History, Collective Worship

Date of appointment: 10.12.22

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Diocese of Leeds

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 4/4 meetings

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I joined the governing body as a Foundation Governor in December 2022 and am Link Governor for Maths, PE and Sports Premium, History and Collective Worship. This role gives an excellent insight into both the educational life of the school and its wider ethos and values.

Professionally, I have worked as a Teaching Assistant in Nursery and Primary Schools. I am also a registered Social Worker having worked in both statutory and charity settings in the UK and Australia for over 20 years.

I completed a Bachelor of Education degree in Early Childhood Education in 2011 and became a Teaching Assistant in 2019 when my own child started nursery school.

My vision for Bolton-on-Swale St Mary’s Primary School aligns perfectly with its Mission Statement: ‘To love, live and learn together’. I am passionate that all children at the school feel safe, happy, valued and have fun learning while developing their whole selves. I am pleased to be able to support the school in living out its vision through my role as Foundation Governor.

Roles: Foundation Governor

Link Governor for Art and Design, Design Technology, English, RE, Collective Worship

Date of appointment: 21.2.23

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Diocese of Leeds

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 3/3 meetings

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I am both proud and humbled to have been nominated to represent the parish as a Foundation Governor of Bolton-on-Swale St Mary’s Church of England Primary School.

I am a retired teacher of Art and have had the privilege to work in a number of different schools in both the private and public sector. I have taught Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth-form. I bring this range of teaching experience and a love of the arts to my role as Foundation Governor.

I volunteer in the parish and wider community and this knowledge enables me to better serve as a governor. I particularly value working with children and families. I serve as a member of the Parochial Church Council; regularly attend services in the parish; volunteer in school on a weekly basis as a member of the Open the Book Team (dramatising Bible stories in Collective Worship) and run puppet workshops.

I am keen to use my skills to support the Christian vision and ethos of the school and to enable everyone in the community: ‘To love, live and learn together’.

Roles: Parent Governor

Link Governor for English and RE

Date of appointment: 30^th January 2024 to 29^th  January 2028

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Parents

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 6/6 meetings

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I was delighted to be re-elected as parent governor in January 2024 after my previous term of office which commenced in November 2019. I have a daughter in school, giving me first-hand experience of the curriculum and an opportunity to see the workings of the school from a parental viewpoint.

I am the link governor for English and RE. I also sit on the Admissions Committee.

As a trained Archivist and Records Manager, I bring to the role of governor, my analytical and administrative skillset. In accordance with the school’s mission: ‘To love, live and learn together’ and a vision for developing the whole child, I have a passion for education and a commitment to furthering the potential of all the young people in our school. I seek to promote a positive and inclusive environment where every child can flourish.

Roles: Parent Governor

Link Governor for Safeguarding, including online safety, Pupil Premium, Attendance, Music, French, PSHCE and SRE

Date of appointment: 19.10.22

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Parents

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 4/4 meetings

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I am pleased to be able to support the school as a Parent Governor. I have two children currently attending Bolton-on-Swale St Mary’s School. As an experienced senior leader in education, I am able to bring insight and experience to the policies and procedures relating to school management and organisation. I am particularly interested in staff and student wellbeing. In my role as a governor, I have particular responsibility for monitoring Pupil Premium, Attendance, Music, French, PSHCE and SRE. I am committed to supporting the school in its delivery of a broad and rich curriculum to all children.

Roles: Staff Governor

Date of appointment: 12.1.22

Term of office: 4 years

Appointed by: Staff

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 5/6 meetings

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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As staff governor, I aim to work collaboratively with our Governing Body to secure the best possible outcomes for all our children ensuring that they all achieve their full potential and ‘love, live and learn together’ in the best way possible.

As Deputy Head, EYFS Teacher, Phonics Lead, Mental Health Lead and Special Educational Needs Coordinator I bring a broad educational skill set to the governing body. As an Early Years Teacher, I am passionate about ensuring that every child and their family has the best possible start to their education. My interest in Special Educational Needs and inclusion also supports the governing body in fulfilling its important responsibilities in this area.

As Mental Health Lead, I aim to ensure that health and well- being is a priority for staff and pupils, ensuring that everyone can thrive. I report regularly to the governing body in this area.

Roles: Headteacher Ex officio

Date of appointment: 1.4.10

Term of office: Ex officio

Appointed by: Ex officio

Full Governing Body Attendance 22/23 = 6/6 meetings; Resources Committee Attendance =3/3; Admissions Committee Attendance = 1/1

Business and/or Pecuniary Interests: None

Governance Roles in other educational institutions: None

Relationships between governors and/or governors and school staff: None

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I was delighted to be appointed Head teacher at Bolton-on-Swale St Mary’s Church of England Aided Primary School in April 2010. It is a privilege to work with such a talented and enthusiastic staff team, wonderful children and a committed and able governing body. I enjoy the strong partnerships we have with parents and families as we work together to provide the very best primary education for the children in our care.

I particularly value the strong Christian ethos of our school and its parish and wider community links. Our school has a warm family atmosphere and we are committed to developing the whole child and their individual gifts and talents in a caring, happy and supportive environment.

Our vision: ‘To love, live and learn together’ enables everyone in our school community to enjoy, ’life in all its fullness’.

I bring with me a wealth of experience teaching across the primary age range in a variety of schools and education authorities for over 30 years. I came to North Yorkshire in 2006 to be Deputy Head at RAF Leeming Primary School. I continue to enjoy teaching in the classroom and am also involved in the professional development of practising teachers; running courses, supporting aspiring and new head teachers and working in partnership with Durham University to train student teachers. I work as a Consultant Headteacher for the Swaledale Alliance of schools and more recently have enjoyed delivering the NPQ programme, Leading Teaching.