St Paul's C of E Primary School

The Governing Body of St Paul’s School

The Duty of the Governors

(1) to ensure that the vision, ethos, and strategic direction of the school are clearly defined;
(2) to ensure that the Head Teacher performs her responsibilities for the educational performance of the school; and
(3) to ensure the sound, proper, and effective use of the school’s financial resources.

Each governor works with his or her colleagues:

(a) to develop the strategic plan for the school;

(b) to determine the aims, policies and priorities of the school;

(c) to set statutory and non statutory targets;

(d) to monitor and evaluate the work of the school;

(e) to appoint staff and ensure the implementation of appropriate personnel procedures;

(f) to manage the budget;

(g) to secure high levels of attendance and good standards of pupil behaviour;

(h) to ensure all children in the school have access to a broad and balanced curriculum suitable to their age, aptitude and ability, and which prepares them for adult life;

(i) to ensure the health and safety of pupils and staff: and,

(j) to have regard to advice received from the Clerk about the nature of the Governing Body’s functions.

Committees

Resources Committee: Mr Young (chair), Mr Grant, Mr Curry, Mr Cochrane and Mrs Turnbull (School business manager).

Education Committee: Mrs Hall (chair), Mr Curry, Mr Cochrane, Mrs Johnston, Mrs Normanton and Mr Frame.

The Governors

Please see below the governors for the Academic Year 2025-2026.

Rev George Curry – Chairman

Ex-officio Foundation Governor (since 1981)

Minister of Elswick Parish Church, St Stephen and St Paul