Governors
The Governing Body is made up of eleven members, drawn from the school staff, parents, representatives from the Diocese (foundation governors) and the Local Authority. The Archbishop of Westminster appoints foundation governors and all others are elected (parents by the parent body, staff by the staff of the school). The Clerk is appointed by the Governors.
Foundation governors ensure that the Catholic ethos of the school is maintained.
The members of the Governing Body are:
Designation |
Governor |
Term of Office Commenced |
Chair of Governors |
Mrs Margaret Brady |
April 2016 |
Foundation Governor |
Mr Bob Chandler |
October 2016 |
Foundation Governor |
Fr Brian Griffiths * |
September 2015 |
Foundation Governor |
Mrs Bernie Clark |
December 2021 |
Foundation Governor |
Mrs Sheila Frayne |
October 2016 |
Foundation Governor |
Ms Ann Molloy |
October 2016 |
Headteacher Governor |
Mr Anthony Ellul |
N/A |
LA Governor | Mr Peter Harries | March 2022 |
Parent Governor |
Ms Ruth Asamoa-Frimpong |
July 2018 |
Parent Governor |
Mr Anthony Kamara |
December 2021 |
Staff Governor |
Mrs Liz Mills |
September 2016 |
Governors that have recently stepped down: James O'Keeffe (Foundation Governor, Anne Pritam (Foundation Governor) and Carolyn Laws (Headteacher). All of those left the Governing Body with effect from 31 August 2022
* Fr Brian is also a governor of Blessed Dominic Primary School
Our other governors have declared no pecuniary interests, as stated in October 2021.
To conduct our business we delegate decision-making to committees or, where appropriate, to individuals such as the Headteacher. Most of our business is done through meetings, making best use of established guidance, and seeking the advice of the Headteacher. To carry out our duties effectively, we have established committees each chaired by a leader elected by the governors.
Governors arrange informal visits to get to know staff and students. We also ensure our visibility to staff and students by attending events such as: educational 'walk and talk' tours, open days, prize giving and masses at the school.
The Governors feel very proud of the School and remain conscious of its traditions dating back to 1934 when it was founded by the Dominican Sisters.
RE & Curriculum Committee
Governor | Role |
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Bob Chandler | Chair |
Margaret Brady | |
Fr Brian Griffiths | |
Ann Molloy | |
Liz Mills | |
Ruth Asamoa-Frimpong |
This committee meet at least termly
Scheduled Meetings:
Thursday 14 October 2021
Thursday 3 February 2022
Thursday 28 April 2022
Resources & Staffing Committee
Governor | Role |
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James O'Keeffe | Chair |
Margaret Brady | |
Anne Pritam | |
Ann Molloy | |
Theresa Rowley |
This committee meet at least termly
Scheduled Meetings:
Thursday 11 November 2021
Friday 19 November 2021 (Staffing only)
Thursday 27 January 2022
Thursday 5 May 2022
Admissions Committee
Governor | Role |
---|---|
Sheila Frayne | Chair |
Theresa Rowley | |
Ann Molly | |
Liz Mills |
This committee meet at least annually
Scheduled Meeting:
Tuesday 11 January 2022
Behaviour & Welfare
Governor | Role |
---|---|
Ann Molloy | Safeguarding Governor & Chair |
Margaret Brady | |
Sheila Frayne | |
James O'Keeffe | |
Karl Yorrick |
This committee meet at least termly.
Scheduled Meetings:
Thursday 9 December 2021
Thursday 24 February 2022
Thursday 19 May 2022