Governors
The Governing Body of the school consists of elected parents, Local Education Authority nominees, Foundation governors, Parish Council representatives and an elected teacher. The Governors meet at least twice a term and have general responsibility for the effective management of the school. They work within the framework set both by national legislation and the policies of the Local Education Authority.
Their responsibilities include the appointment and dismissal of staff, discipline, control of the delegated school budget, the forming of curriculum policies and maintenance of the premises. In practice, the Governors delegate the day to day running of the school to the headteacher.
Parents can raise any concern with a governor at any time, although it is usually more appropriate to contact the headteacher in the first instance.
Elections and appointments of Governors take place every four years.
Governor Profiles
Profile: Jan Liversage Chair of Governors
I am a retired Headteacher of a Hertfordshire Special school for children with Severe Learning Difficulties, which received 4 judgements of Outstanding by Ofsted. Over the years my skills and knowledge were used in many projects, workstreams and innovations to assist in the development of special education in Hertfordshire, which also impacted on provision and support provided to mainstream primary and secondary schools in East Herts. In the past I have been a part-time tutor for Birmingham University and was instrumental in establishing new specialist ways of working with Multi-sensory impaired children in Hertfordshire Special Schools.
In other parts of my life I am a Parish Councillor, Joint President of the local WI and keen gardener. I enjoy going to the theatre and music concerts as well as yoga and Dancing with Saracens ‘Love to Dance’ programme. I enjoy all sport, but top of my list is Rugby (Saracens of course) and Horse Racing although I don’t like betting, so just cheer on the horse and jockey that I pick. I play Bridge, although I am only a beginner and have been singing in a choir for several years.
I am a busy person who is passionate about promoting the best educational opportunities for children, alongside offering a protective and caring and nurturing environment for all pupils to keep them safe. The quality of teaching and learning is a key focus for me along with providing a wide and varied curriculum. Children and young people deserve the best provision that we can offer, and I will work hard to help the Stapleford School Headteacher and staff to achieve this.
19.10.22
Profile: Janet Warrington
I have been a school governor for over 25 years with three terms as a Chairman, all at a local village junior school. Currently I am Chairman of governors at another Church of England primary school.
It is important never to underestimate the importance of the role of a school governor and to acknowledge the value that can be added to a child’s school life. Additionally, I have always found the involvement to be very rewarding.
My working life has been in the science sector initially conducting cancer research for a pharmaceutical company then as a biomedical scientist in the NHS carrying out cytology based medical diagnosis working at managerial level. I have been a Magistrate and Treasurer of the regional branch of our professional body.
When I visited Stapleford, following a link through Herts Governors, I was impressed by the caring environment in the school and the approach to learning and was more than happy to become a part of the team
I am proud to work with my fellow governors, the Headteacher and the staff to fulfil my responsibilities and to see the school grow and flourish giving all the children the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Vivien
22/11/22