The Waldegrave School Governing Body comprises members of the local school community who work in partnership with the Headteacher to shape the school’s strategic direction and oversee the allocation of its budget. The governors are responsible for key decisions on matters such as performance targets, school policies, and the School Improvement Plan.
Drawing on a wide range of skills and experience, the Governing Body provides both support and challenge to the Headteacher. They also respond to government initiatives and inspection outcomes, handle appeals, and address complaints, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement across the school.
You can see further details of their role here.
In addition to the Headteacher, two teacher governors and a support staff governor, the governing body is made up as follows:
- 6 parents
- 6 community / co-opted governors
Governing Body Members
Community and Co-opted Governors |
Term Ends |
Responsibilities |
| Mr J Bassi | 18/06/2027 | |
| Mrs A Davis | 14/09/2025 | Co-Chair of Governors, Safeguarding Governor |
| Mr A Hetherington | 20/05/2029 | Health and Safety Governor |
| Mr M O’Brien | 18/06/2027 | Vice Chair of Governors, Chair of Finance and Resources Committee |
| Mr A Tanner | 03/12/2026 | Co-Chair of Governors |
| Mrs V Williams | 05/12/2025 | |
Parent Governors |
Term Ends |
Responsibilities |
| Ms S Ellis-Davies | 27/11/2026 | |
| Dr C Goudy | 01/06/2029 | |
| Dr K Jackets | 01/06/2029 | |
| Mrs CY Jones | 27/11/2026 | Chair of Achievement Committee |
| Mrs C Gillies | 12/11/2027 | |
| Mrs E Perks | 12/11/2027 | |
Staff Governors |
Term Ends |
Responsibilities |
| Ms E Tongue | Headteacher | |
| Ms A Amponsah | 11/10/2026 | Support Staff Governor |
| Ms G Hanson | 13/05/2029 | Teacher Governor |
| Ms M Rook | 12/11/2027 | Teacher Governor |
