About the Governing Body

School governors form the largest volunteer group in the country.

They are people from all walks of life, who care about children’s education and are prepared to work as a team to support their school and local community.

More than 9,000 people volunteer to be governors in Lancashire, bringing to their role experience of everyday life and a wish to help children and schools. They support schools in raising standards, by determining the conduct and direction of the school.

Members of our Governing Body

The Governing Body comprises of fourteen members:

8 Foundation Governors (of the 8 Foundation Governors, 3 must have children in school when appointed)

• 3 are appointed by Blackburn Diocesan Board of Education
• 2 are appointed by the Parochial Church Council
• 2 are appointed by the "Oliverson’s Trust"
• 1 ex-officio role of the incumbent  (currently the rector)

2 Elected Parent Governors

1 Local authority Governor

2 Staff Governors

• Headteacher ex-officio
• 1 member of staff voted for by all colleagues (both teaching and support staff)

1 Co-opted Governor

The term of office for Governors is 4 years from the date of appointment.

Our governors play an active part in the life of our school. Each governor is linked to a phase of school; EYFS, KS 1, Lower KS 2 or Upper KS 2. They communicate often with the children and staff, including coming into school to spend time in their link class.