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Welcome to the Local Governing Committee Webpage:

The Local Governing Committee (LGC) plays a vital role in supporting the leadership and development of the school. Its members work closely with the headteacher and staff to help shape the school’s vision, monitor academic performance, and ensure that resources are used effectively. They also provide oversight on safeguarding and wellbeing, making sure the school remains a safe, inclusive, and high-quality learning environment for all students.

While the LGC focuses on the specific needs and priorities of the individual school, it operates within the wider framework set by the Trust Board of Directors. The Trust Board is responsible for the overall strategic direction, financial management, and legal accountability of all schools within the trust. It delegates certain responsibilities to each LGC but retains ultimate authority. This structure ensures consistency and high standards across the trust, while allowing local governors to concentrate on the day-to-day experience and outcomes for pupils in their school community.

The LGC represent the Parents, the local Community, Staff and its Church Foundation. Each Governor serves for a term of 4 years. Training is provided for new and current Governors.

The Local Governing Committee (LGC) meets regularly throughout the school year to review progress, discuss key priorities, and support the leadership team. These meetings are closely aligned with the School Improvement Plan, ensuring that governors are focused on the school’s strategic goals and key areas for development. By monitoring progress against the plan, the LGC helps to drive continuous improvement and ensures that actions taken are having a positive impact on pupil outcomes. 

Members of the Local Governing Committee:

• Chair of Governors - Helen Walker-Foss - Foundation Governor Appointed September 2021 (Attendance 2024/2025 - 100%) 

• Klara Bromley - Co-opted Governor, appointed by Governing Board, appointed November 2021 (Attendance 2024/2025 -100%)

• Rob Tice - Parent Governor (Brailsford), appointed May 2025 (Attendance 2024/2025 - 100%)

• Ryan Ward - Co-opted Governor, appointed May 2025

• Bonnie Cossey - Staff Governor, elected by staff, appointed September 2023 (Attendance 2024/2025 - 100%)

• Sarah Graham - Parent Governor (Bradley), appointed September 2024 (Attendance 2024/2025 - 100%)

• Rev. Nicola Briggs - Co-opted Governor, appointed November 2024 (Attendance 2024/2025 - 100%)

Retired Members:

• Linda Hack - LA Governor appointed May 2019, resigned August 2024 (Attendance 2023/2024 - 66%)

• James Travers - Co-opted Governor appointed September 2021, resigned March 2024 (Attendance 2023/2024 - 75%) Relevant interest - Bottle Green Training

• Alison Cresswell - Co-opted Governor appointed September 2021, resigned August 2024 (Attendance 2023/2024 - 100%) Relevant interest - Also governor at Ashbourne Hilltop Primary School.

• Neil Crofts - Parent Governor (Brailsford) - Appointed September 2024, resigned April 2025 (Attendance 2024/2025 - 33%)

• Rev. Lisa Taylor - Foundation Governor - 

Relevant Business or Financial interests to declare for the current Governors: 

Helen Walker-Foss is a member of Brailsford PCC

Bonnie Cossey has familial interest (Nicola Foulds, Executive Headteacher)