Welcome to the section of the website where you can find out more about our school’s governors, and the work that they do.

 

The main role of the governors is one of monitoring and evaluation, in order to support the Head teacher and staff at Bakewell Infants School. We help them to set and reach targets and to strive for excellence so that every child can shine across all aspects of school life.

 

Share in the school’s vision and aims for the future

Uphold and develop the school's Christian ethos

Ensure that the strategic direction of the school is implemented

Supporting the Head teacher in providing effective learning experiences for the children

Work in partnership with parents, school staff and local community

Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent

Holding the Head teacher to account for the educational performance of the pupils

Ensure that the national curriculum is followed

Provide support and guidance for the Head teacher on all matters relating to the school, premises, finance, grounds, security and health and safety

Ensure the National Curriculum is implemented

Ensure that arrangements are made for pupils with special educational needs

Help ensure the school complies with the requirements of OFSTED

 

At Bakewell Infants School the governors are committed to working with the school staff to identify any areas that may require further development in a shared aim to keep the school moving forwards. We currently have 12 governors on our board, our governors are from the local area and have strong connections to the school. Should you wish to contact a governor, please do so through the Clerk to Governors here on 01629 812322.

 

The main governing body meets every term and each member of the board also sits on a sub-committee that meet termly to discuss their specific areas of interest. These sub-committees are focused on Teaching and Learning and Resource Management. All our governors also visit the school regularly on an informal basis supporting us in many activities throughout the school year.