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Governance

Our school is governed at a local level by an Academy Committee, comprised of individuals local to our community who have a commitment to improving education, parents and staff. The Academy Committee’s main role is to carry forward the vision, values, ethos and strategic direction of the school, hold senior leaders to account for the educational performance of the school, and ensure the voices of stakeholders are heard. The Committee meets regularly and individual governors also visit the school to oversee specific aspects of our work.

Academy Committee:

Chair of the academy committee - Rodney james

I am now retired, but formerly worked in financial services and with the local council as Data Quality Manager.

My Hobbies and interests lie within sports, politics and current affairs, reading and family.

Both of my sons, who are now in their 30s went to Longthorpe Primary School, as does currently my eight year old grandson.

I became a governor to give something back to the school that has featured so much within our family.

mat governor - Colin hammond

CURRENT TRUSTEE ROLES
  • Member of the People and Infrastructure Committee
CURRENT ROLE ON ACADEMY COMMITTEE OF A PKAT SCHOOL
  • Chair of Governors of Longthorpe Primary School
GOVERNOR, EDUCATIONAL AND SCHOOL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
  • Thorpe Primary School
    • Parent Governor & Co-opted Governor since 2005
    • Was a member of all committees, personnel & Finance, Premises & School Effectiveness
    • Link Governor Sport, Food for Life, KS2 + Leadership
  • Completed LA Governors Services courses Level 1 and 2.
  • Completed Safer Recruitment course
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
  • 34 years’ experience in the Financial Services Industry.
  • Business Development Manager for a Large Multi-National company.
  • Worked in various Departments including Senior Management
  • Undertaken courses and Diplomas through employment
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
  • Community Champion for my Team at work.
  • Governor Duties
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE IN RELATION TO SCHOOL GOVERNANCE
  • School improvement
  • Sports
  • Finance
  • Accountancy
  • HR & personnel
  • Premises & Capital projects
  • Strategic planning
  • Data analysis
  • Compliance
  • Business and corporate management
  • Change management
  • Communications
  • Community engagement
  • Pastoral support
  • Extended services
  • Fundraising
  • Marketing
  • Parent engagement

safeguarding governor - gurdeep suali

Work:

In my current role as a support worker, I undertake targeted work with young people that have difficulty managing their emotions and behaviour.

I have been a parent governor at Longthorpe Primary since December 2021.

Hobbies & Interests: 

I enjoy doing a variety of activities during my free time, when I get some! Papercraft, crochet and board games are my top choices and I love doing these with my girls,

Links to the School:

I live in Longthorpe, and have 2 daughters at Longthorpe Primary School. In the last decade I have had almost a dozen nieces and nephews flourish through the school.

Why did I become a Governor?

 I became a governor because I saw how amazing the staff at Longthorpe Primary School are. I see being a governor as a way to support them and value their work. During my visit I enjoy learning many new things and love seeing staff and pupil interaction.

send gOVERNOR - YASMEEN FAROOQ

Qualifications & WORK: 

BSc Psychology (Hons)  |  MSc Health Psychology   |   Level 2 in Equality & Diversity

My educational credentials have paved way for a career in supporting Children with their Mental Health more specifically delivering sessions on Emotional Regulation. However, I am currently taking a career break and I work as a Disabled Children's Co-ordinator for the LA completing Eligibility Assessments for Short Breaks as well as creating and reviewing their plans. 

 
Hobbies & Interests: 

I am married with two beautiful daughters both of whom are my miracle babies.  I love travelling and have already visited 26 countries. My dream would be to participate in the BBC TV show "Race Across The World".

Links to the School:

My eldest daughter started Longthorpe in September 2023 and my youngest is due to start in 2025. I also live locally to the Longthorpe area. 

Why did I become a Governor?

In believing that our children are our most valuable resource - I am passionate about improving educational outcomes for all pupils in particular those children who have barriers to learning and to support and challenge the school leaders to strive for excellence, deliver an outstanding educational experience and provide a safe environment for students to thrive in. 

STaff governor - Lisa waller

 

 

For a full list of active Academy Committee members please click here.

GOVERNOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Academy Committee is here to support you and your child through your child’s school career, if you have any questions about the work of the academy committee or are interested in becoming a member please contact us through the school office or speak to a parent member.  For full details of our governor responsibilities, their business interests and their attendance record, please click here.

 

HOW TO CONTACT THE MEMBERS OF THE ACADEMY COMMITTEE:

Academy Committee members can be contacted through the school office on 01733 265959 or by email office@lps.pkat.co.uk

 

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A GOVERNOR?

To find out more about the role and current opportunities within PKAT, please contact our Head of Governance, Emma Stephens-Dunn, at estephens-dunn@pkat.co.uk

Qualifications & Disqualifications to serve as a Governor

Information for Prospective Parent Governors

 

OUR WIDER GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE

Our Academy Committee is part of the wider governance structure of the Peterborough Keys Academies Trust (PKAT). To find out more about the PKAT governance structure and compliance information please click one of the links below:

Governance Structure

PKAT members

PKAT Trustees 

Local Governance

Funding Agreements

Annual Reports and Financial Statements

Articles & Memorandum of Association

Compliance Documents including Gender Pay Gap Information and Executive Pay Reporting

Accounting Officer Information