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Enabling children to flourish and succeed

Governors

The Local Governing Committee

Local governance matters in our Trust. It is what ensures our schools are rooted in their communities. For children, staff, and schools to flourish and succeed, governance at all levels of the Trust must be highly effective. 

Our governors work closely with staff to help children achieve their full potential in a happy, caring environment. Local governing committees collaborate with the Headteacher and senior leaders to ensure the school is running effectively and in the best interests of all pupils. 

Our governors are representatives of all the key groups involved in our school – parents, staff, the local community, the Trust, and the Church. Some governors are appointed, while others are elected, ensuring a wide range of voices and perspectives are included. 

Governors come from diverse backgrounds and bring with them a variety of skills that support the school’s strategic leadership. They work in partnership with the Headteacher and Rise Multi Academy Trust to guide and shape the direction of the school. 

As part of the wider Trust board, our governors have delegated responsibilities which include: 

  • Promoting high standards of educational achievement 

  • Monitor targets and progress 

  • Monitor that schools are working to their vision and values 

  • Ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, are able to thrive  

 

More information about the governance of Rise Multi-Academy Trust can be found here.

Who are our Governors?

Mrs Angela Shepherd

Parent Governor

Appointed 16.10.2022

Mrs Kate Clamp

Trust Appointed 

Appointed 02.05.2023

Mrs Blossom Thompson

Foundation

Appointed 16.06.2022

 

Miss Lauren Galpin

Pupil Premium Link Governor

Staff Governor

Appointed 02.02.2021

Miss Holly Guinan

Staff Governor

Appointed 25.09.2025

David Williams

Clerk to Governors

Mr Phil Poynton

Associate Member

Assistant Head to the Junior School

Appointed by virtue of post held in school

On Interim Secondment Spring and Summer Term 2026