The Governing Body is a key part of the leadership team of the school, working in partnership with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership. In accordance with the Government’s requirement for all governing bodies, the three core strategic functions of the Governing Body of Cupernham Infant School are:
1. Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
2. Holding the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils;
3. Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its budget is well spent.
Our Governors bring a wide variety of experience and expertise to the school. This helps ensure that the school is continuously moving forward, maintaining and raising standards in a way that is in line with the culture, ethos and vision of the school.
Our Governing Body:
- Cupernham Infant School Governing Body consists of four different types of Governors and is made up of representatives from staff, the Local Authority, parents and co-opted governors.
- Our diverse backgrounds give us a wide range of experience and views, enabling us to make informed decisions about the school collectively.
- The Governing Body has a clerk who supports us in an administrative and advisory capacity.