On behalf of the Governing Body, welcome to Radford Semele Church of England Primary School.
At Radford Semele C of E Primary School, governors, staff, parents, children and members of our church work together in a happy, creative and high attaining environment, with our Christian ‘Values for Life’ underpinning everything we do.
Governors are appointed to ensure that the school sets challenging but achievable strategic objectives, and that these objectives are met and have the desired impact. We provide strategic direction for the improvement of the school, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the school and hold the school to account for the standards achieved and the quality of education provided to all our children.
Specifically, the Governing Body is responsible for:
In practice, this means that we are a regular presence in and around school.
As a Governing Body, we are committed to ensuring that every one of our children as access to an enriching education and fulfils their potential.We are justifiably proud of the achievements of our children across the curriculum and of the high standards maintained in both learning and behaviour.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank our staff, parents, and wider school community for the support and encouragement they give our children and the school. This support gives our children opportunities for a richer education, and ensures our school has a strong partnership with our local community, particularly our church.
Together we can help our children thrive, today and in the future.
I am available to parents, carers, visitors and members of our community to discuss any matter relating to the school, and I am always delighted to receive feedback regarding our school. I can be contacted via Mrs Clarke, the School Secretary.
Please take the time to browse our school website, including our Governors’ section, where you will learn more about our school.
Warm Regards,
Cara Jenkins
Chair of Governors
Radford Semele Primary School
About our Governors
All Governors are volunteers who work together for the benefit of the school.
They are:
What do they do?
The Governing body:
for example, those relating to Child Protection, Health and Safety, equality legislation and provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
Our Governing Body comprises 12 members: 4 Parent Governors, 1 LA-appointed Governor, 2 Staff Governors (including the Headteacher), 2 Co-opted Governors, and 3 Foundation Governors, who are appointed by the Coventry Diocesan Board of Education. One of these Foundation posts is for the incumbent of the Church of St Nicholas, Radford Semele. The Governors are appointed or elected for a term of 4 years.
The Full Governing Body meets at least twice a term.
All Governors are required to complete regular DBS checks.
If you are interested in becoming a Governor and would like to discuss what it involves, or if you require any further information about the Governing Body, please contact the Clerk, Helen James:
james.h3@welearn365.com or by leaving a message with the school office, 01926 426940
Name |
Type |
Special responsibility |
Term began |
Term Ends |
Faiyza Anwar |
Staff |
|
Sept 2016 |
Sept 2020 |
Drew Arnold |
Co-opted |
|
June 2019 |
June 2023 |
Katie Benson |
Staff (Head) |
Head |
Ex officio |
Ex Officio |
Amber Bartlett |
LA |
SEND Lead |
Sept 2019 |
Sept 2023 |
Nicola David |
Parent |
Vice-Chair, Finance Lead |
May 2018 |
May 2022 |
Tammie Harwin |
Parent |
|
Nov 2020 | Nov 2024 |
Cara Jenkins |
Parent |
Chair |
April 2017 (April 2013) |
Apr 2021 |
Yvette Lyatt |
Co-opted |
|
Sept 2020 |
Sept 2024 |
Mandy Marriott |
Foundation |
Monitoring, Pupil Premium |
March 2017 (March 2013) |
Mar 2021 |
Katherine Pickford |
Foundation |
Safeguarding Lead |
Nov 2017 (July 2011) |
Nov 2021 |
Nicola Smith |
Parent |
Training Lead |
December 2019 |
December 2023 |
Governor Minutes
To view the published minutes of Governors' meetings, please contact the School Office, or the Clerk, Helen James.