Otley All Saints is a voluntary controlled Church of England school, which means that it is founded on Christian principles, but admissions and funding are controlled by the local authority.  The governing body includes members who represent the church (Foundation governors), as well as those elected by parents and staff, or co-opted by the governing body to ensure a range of skills and experience among its membership. 

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Governors are individuals who work together to form the strategic leadership of the school. This means they are involved in high level decisions, but are not involved in the day to day running of the school.

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They may be involved in staff appointments, (including the head teacher), major financial decisions.

Governors should aim to be a 'critical friend' of the school. That is, they hold the school and its leadership to account, but as a supportive part of the school, not as a hostile watchdog.

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Being a governor is a very rewarding role - a way to influence the culture and direction of the school and contribute to the community.

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Almost anyone over 18 years of age can become a governor. There are no particular qualifications or requirements, other than a willingness to give time to the role and a capacity for working with other people.

 

If you are interested in becoming a Governor at Otley All Saints C of E Primary School, please contact us.

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