Division of responsibilities
Under the current governance arrangements, Walter governors meet once a month for Full Governing Body meetings. Governors are each assigned specific responsibilities, covering a range of areas including the Curriculum, Pupil Premium, Health & Safety, IT and Performance Management. Specific responsibilities can vary year on year and are aligned to the school’s current priorities.
In addition to the formal meetings, governors attend Governor Days in school (3 half day visits; one each term) and also visit the school on an individual basis throughout the year as part of their specific governor responsibilities. Governors often attend school assemblies, parent information evenings and school fairs, as well as undertaking training sessions or attending conferences led by the local authority.
Full Governing Body
The Chair of the Full Governing Body for 2025-2026 is Gary Robinson. Each governor is a member of the Full Governing Body. The core functions of the Full Governing Body are to establish the strategic direction of the school; to ensure accountability; and to oversee financial probity. The Head Teacher is responsible for the implementation of policy, day to day management of the school and the implementation of the curriculum.
The terms of reference for the Full Governing Body, available below, are reviewed on an annual basis and include a comprehensive description of:
- The purpose of the Full Governing Body
- Membership
- Meetings
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Commitment of the Governing Body
- Relationships
- Confidentiality
- Conflicts of Interest
- Breach of this code of conduct