Meet the Governors
School Mission Statement and Tagline
Our school's mission statement encapsulates our unwavering commitment to education: "Making Learning Irresistible." We firmly believe that learning should be a captivating and stimulating experience, allowing our students to develop an insatiable thirst for knowledge. As we strive for educational excellence, our mission statement serves as a guiding compass, underpinning all our educational endeavors.
Role of Governors
The governors play a vital role in ensuring the overall success of our school. They provide strategic oversight and hold the headteacher accountable for the school's performance, ensuring that the highest standards of education are maintained. Our governing body comprises individuals from various professional backgrounds who bring a wealth of expertise and experience, contributing to the school's continuous development.
The governor's primary responsibilities include setting the school's strategic direction, ensuring financial stability, appointing staff, and monitoring the school's overall performance. By exercising careful scrutiny, they support and challenge the headteacher and senior leadership team, aiding in the constant improvement of teaching and learning.
Chair of Governors
Stewart Savage is the Chair of Governors at our school. With a deep-rooted passion for education and extensive experience in governance, Stewart ensures that our school operates harmoniously and efficiently. As an integral link between the governing body and the school community, he plays a crucial role in facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
Should you wish to get in touch with Stewart, we kindly request that you contact our school office. Stewart is always approachable and welcomes any concerns, feedback, or queries you may have regarding governance matters.
Contact Information
For more information about our governing body and the role of governors, please visit the governor section on our school website. You will find detailed biographies, including professional backgrounds, of all our governing board members. Additionally, the section provides relevant documents, such as meeting minutes and annual reports, ensuring transparency and openness.
We value the pivotal role that our governors play in shaping the educational landscape of our school. Their dedication and commitment to upholding the highest standards of governance contribute significantly to our students' success. As partners in education, we work collaboratively to inspire and empower the next generation of learners, making a lasting impact on their educational journey.
In conclusion, the governor section of our school website serves as a window into the vital work carried out by our governing body. It exemplifies our commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in governance. We invite you to explore this section to gain a deeper understanding of the governance structure at our school and to witness first-hand the immense dedication from our governors towards creating an extraordinary learning environment.
Meet Our Governors
The governing body at Chiltern Primary School is made up of 9 members. Each governor is elected for 4 years and is made up of the following representatives:
- Parent Governors
- Co-opted Governors
- Local Authority Governors
- Staff Governors, both teaching and non-teaching.
Name of Governor | Role | Responsibilities | Term of office |
Stewart Savage | Chair of Governors Co-opted Governor |
| 5 Dec 2023 to 4 Dec 2027 |
Jonathan George | Vice Chair of Governors Local Authority Governor | Development & Training | 24 Jan 2021 to 24 Jan 2025 |
Lee Brewin | Clerk
|
| From 1 Sept 2024 |
Claire Atef | Co-opted Governor |
| 17 Nov 2022 to 16 Nov 2026 |
Seem Alsasa | Co-opted Governor | Safeguarding | 21 Sep 2023 to 20 Sep 2027 |
Deb Bennett | Staff Governor |
| 21 Sep 2023 to 20 Sep 2027 |
Keith Buckley | Parent Governor | Health and Safety | 21 Sep 2023 to 20 Sep 2027 |
Susan Gaines | Co-opted Governor | SEND | 21 Sep 2023 to 20 Sep 2027 |
Nathan Gazzard | Headteacher
|
| 1st September 2021 |
Hollee Vivian | Co-opted Governor |
| 23 Nov 2023 to 22 Nov 2027 |