Our Governors
At Bryn Offa, our governors play a vital role in shaping the future of our school. As a voluntary team, they work closely with staff to provide strategic direction, ensuring our school continues to thrive and uphold its vision of enabling every child to flourish. Their commitment and dedication are invaluable in making Bryn Offa the best it can be for our pupils, staff, and community.
Who Makes Up Our Governing Body?
Our governing body is made up of a diverse group of people who bring a range of skills, experience, and perspectives. The structure of our governing body, as outlined in our instrument of government, is as follows:
- 2 Foundation Governors – (1 vacancy currently)
- 2 Parent Governors
- 1 Local Authority Governor
- 2 Co-opted Governors - (1 vacancy currently)
- 1 Staff Governor
- 1 Headteacher
What Do Our Governors Do?
The governing body has a strategic role in supporting and challenging the school to ensure the best possible education and experiences for our pupils. Their key responsibilities include:
- Setting the vision, ethos, and strategic direction of Bryn Offa
- Establishing policies that align with the school’s aims and values
- Setting and monitoring key targets to drive school improvement
- Evaluating progress and ensuring accountability
- Acting as a supportive but challenging partner to the headteacher – a ‘critical friend’ who helps ensure decisions are made in the best interests of the school
By working together, our governors help to shape the future of Bryn Offa, ensuring that every child can ‘let their light shine’ in all they do.
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Chair of Governors
Lisa Humphreys
humphreys.l@brynoffa.shropshire.sch.uk
Vice Chair of Governors
Andrew Davies
Appointment Information:
Name |
Category |
Appointed by |
Declared Interest |
Term |
|
From |
To |
||||
Lisa Humphreys |
Parent Governor |
Elected by Parents |
Parent at school |
28.02.24 |
10.02.27 |
Andrew Davies |
Local Authority Governor |
Appointed by LA |
|
10.10.24 |
10.10.27 |
Kate Rushton |
Parent Governor |
Elected by Parents |
Parent at school |
15.10.24 |
15.10.27 |
Rachel Harvey |
Staff Governor |
Elected by School Staff |
Employed by the school |
03.01.24 |
03.01.27 |
Sandra Hayward |
Foundation Governor |
Diocese of Lichfield |
Local nursery provider |
14.01.25 |
14.01.28 |
Stefanie Waddington-Gries |
Co-Opted Governor |
Appointed by Full Governing Body |
Parent at school |
01.03.24 |
01.03.27 |
Celine Keleher |
Headteacher |
Headteacher |
Employed by the school |
01.09.24 |
Not recorded |