Our School
Our Governors

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The Governors at Kington St Michael CE Primary School are a voluntary team who guide and support the strategic direction of the school. They are an integral part of the school community, and their contribution to its running is highly valued.
Our Governors

Our Governors

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    Sara Pierson

    Chair of Governors and Parent Governor

    • Sara Pierson

    Sara Pierson is an experienced Human Resources leader with over 20 years in the travel and banking industries. Drawing on her deep understanding of large commercial organisations and hands-on operational experience, she is committed to helping teams thrive and perform at their best. Sara is passionate about supporting the school and contributing positively to the lives of pupils and the wider community.

    Sara loves reading a good book and chocolate, but doesn't like walking her dog in the rain.

    Responsibilities/Committees: Sits on all committees
    Named Governor for: Equality & Diversity (Including Community Cohesion) and Personal, Social, Health, Relationship, Sex & Economic Education (PSHRSE)
    Link Governor for: Literacy, Mental Health & Wellbeing and Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
    Date Appointed: 05/05/2023
    Term of Office: 05/05/2023 - 04/05/2027
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: None
    Current Employment: Nationwide Building Society
    Directorships: None
    Governance roles in other educational institutions: None
    Meetings attended previous academic year 2022 - 2023 (FGB): 2 of 2
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    Matt Scarsbrook

    Vice Chair and Parent Governor

    • Matt Scarsbrook

    Matt Scarsbrook is an Alternative Provision science tutor, long distance runner and proud father of two at KSM.

    He loves winter walks on the beach, but dislikes weird smells.

    Responsibilities / Committees: Sits on all committees
    Chair of S&C Committee
    Named Governor for: Filtering & Monitoring
    Link Governor for: ICT/Computing, Mathematics and Science
    Date Appointed: 05/05/2023
    Term of Office: 05/05/2023 - 04/05/2027
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: None - spouse is a member of the Friends of KSM charity organisation
    Current Employment: Self-employed
    Directorships: None
    Governance roles in other educational Institutions: None
    Meetings attended in previous academic year 2022 - 23 (FGB): 2 of 2
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    Andrea Bridle

    LA Governor

    • Andrea Bridle

    Andrea Bridle has been a governor at KSM for 4 years, a role she took on after retiring and moving to this area from Hampshire. During her career, she has worked with children and young people in both the social care and education sectors.

    Mrs Bridle loves her garden and travelling to new places. She doesn't like roller coasters!

    Responsibilities / Committees: Sits on all committees
    Named Governor for: Safeguarding/Child Protection, Looked After Children, Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) and Pupil Premium
    Date Appointed: 02.12.21
    Term of Office: 02.12.21 - 01.12.25
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: None
    Current Employment: Retired
    Directorships: None
    Governance roles in other educational institutions: None
    Meetings attended in previous academic year 2022 - 23 (FGB): 6 of 6
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    Joanna Merry

    Foundation Governor

    • Joanna Merry

    Responsibilities / Committees: Sits on all committees
    Named Governor for: Equality & Diversity (including community cohesion)
    Link Governor for: RE and Collective Worship, Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Music and Assessment
    Date Appointed: 26.09.19
    Term of Office: 26.09.23 - 25.09.27
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: None
    Current employment: Self-employed
    Directorships: None
    Governance roles in other educational institutions: None
    Meetings attended in previous academic year 2022 - 23 (FGB): 6 of 6
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    Robert Griffin

    Co-Opted Governor

    • Robert Griffin

    Rob Griffin is an experienced Project and Production Leader with over 20 years' expertise in location-based attractions worldwide. His career has given him unique opportunities to lead large creative teams, work across various countries to understand different cultures and values, and deliver strategy, guidance, and commercial success.

    Rob enjoys outdoor adventures, running and gardening, but he does not like being cold.

    Responsibilities / Committees: Sits on all committees, Chair of F&P Committee, Health and Safety
    Named Governor for Health & Safety
    Link Governor for Humanities, Art & DT, Attendance & Behaviour, Whistle Blowing and PE
    Date Appointed: 22.05.19
    Term of Office: 10.01.23 - 09.01.27
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: None
    Current Employment: Merlin Entertainments
    Directorships: None
    Governance roles in other educational institutions: None
    Meetings attended in previous academic year 2022 - 23 (FGB): 6 of 6
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    Catherine Harris

    Parent Governor

    • Catherine Harris

    Alongside being a parent governor, Catherine Harris is an experienced teacher and currently works as a deputy headteacher at a specialist SEN school. When not teaching, she is passionate about all things Japanese, having studied Japanese at university, and lived in Japan for six years.

    Catherine loves swimming and reading, but she does not like eating mushrooms.
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    Sarah Myers

    School Governor

    • Sarah Myers

    Mrs Myers has worked at KSM for just over 2 years in our Kingfisher Class (Years 4 and 5). She loves all things science and enjoys leading any kind of scientific activity, including running science and STEM clubs for all year groups. Above all, Mrs Myers' naturally empathetic nature ensures that all the children feel safe, valued and inspired to do their best. Mrs Myers is a Staff Governor, and holds a position on the school board, helping to shape and support the strategic development of the school.

    Mrs Myers loves cats, Lindt chocolate and a good book, but she doesn’t like spiders!

    Responsibilities / Committees: Sits on all committees
    Date Appointed: 01.09.24
    Term of Office: 01.09.2024 - 31.08.28
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: Staff Member
    Current Employment: Teacher at KSM school
    Directorships: None
    Governance roles in other educational institutions: None
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    Victoria O'Brien

    Ex-Officio Governor

    • Victoria O'Brien

    Mrs O’Brien is an experienced educational leader with over 20 years in teaching and senior leadership across both maintained and independent schools. Her career has spanned roles including Headteacher, Education Director, Compliance Director, Ofsted Inspector, Head of Lower School, DSL, and Head of EYFS, providing a deep understanding of school improvement, regulatory compliance, and high-quality teaching across all phases.

    Mrs O’Brien loves Kit Kats and owls, but she doesn’t like traffic jams.

    Responsibilities / Committees: Head teacher
    Date Appointed: 01.09.2024
    Appointed by: GB / Ex-Officio
    Term of Office: Duration of headship
    Business, Personal & Pecuniary Interests: None
    Governance roles in other educational institutions: None
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Our governing body is made up of:

  • 1 Staff Governor

  • 1 Foundation Governor

  • 1 Local Authority Governor

  • 2 Parent Governors

  • 1 Co-opted Governor

 

The full governing body meets at least once per term (six times per year).

The role of the governing body is primarily strategic. Its key responsibilities include:

  • Setting the school’s aims and objectives

  • Developing policies to achieve those aims

  • Setting targets to measure success

  • Monitoring and evaluating the school’s progress

  • Acting as a critical friend to the Headteacher, providing both challenge and support

 

The Governors work alongside the Headteacher and staff to ensure that Kington St Michael CE Primary School continues to provide the best possible education for every child.

Former Governors in office during academic year 2023-2024:

Sarah Meleady - Co-Chair/Co-Opted Governor - Appointed 29.09.2015 Resigned 25.09.2023 Attendance  6 of 6 (2022/23).

Chris Southam - Parent Governor - Appointed 05.01.2022 Resigned 26.11.2023.  Attendance 6 of 6 (2022/23).

Kate Cavey - Ex-officio Governor - Appointed 01.09.2019 Resigned 31.08.2024 

Tracy Hussey - Staff Governor - Appointed 28.09.2022 - 31.08.2024