Role of Governors

Governing Bodies are established by law as corporate bodies. The Governing Body of the school provides a number of functions and is answerable to parents and the community. Its role includes:

• providing strategic management
• acting as a critical friend to the school
• ensuring accountability
• promoting high standards of eduction and achievement
• planning the schools long term future
• setting the schools aims an values
• appointing senior members of staff including the Head Teacher
• budgetary allocation and control.

The governors of Beech Hill Community Primary School believe it is important that the governing board reflects the diversity of our school community. Diverse boards promote inclusive school environments and provide diverse role models for our children and young people.

Types of Governors include Parent Governors, LA Governors (appointed by the Local Authority) Staff Governors and Co-Opted Governors.