All Saints Church of England (VA) Infant School

All Saints Church of England (VA) Infant School

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All Saints Church of England (VA) Infant School

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  2. Governors

 Our Governors


Mrs Ann Tann - Chair

Foundation Diocese

I have been a school governor for about 30 years, first as a teacher and deputy head, where I was the staff representative and then as headteacher of a local primary school. I have been associated with All Saints for about 15 years working with colleagues and, since my retirement, I feel privileged to continue that association as a governor. I am passionate about getting the best outcomes for the children in our care, both academically and pastorally to develop confident, happy and well rounded children.

Mrs Ann Gunn

Foundation Diocese

Having spent her career in Primary Education, Ann brings a huge wealth of experience to the Governing Body. She has been a governor in a variety of primary schools for 20 years, and retired from school headship in 2019, taking up the mantle of Local Authority Governor at All Saints in 2020.

She is keen to positively contribute to school life as we look ahead to future opportunities, and to support All Saints’ staff in continuing to provide the very best education for each child.

Mrs Brigid Walters

Headteacher

I live locally with my family in Farnham. Professionally I have amassed seventeen years of teaching in Early Years, Key Stage 1 and 2 in a range of schools.  Prior to joining All Saints I was a successful year leader in a Surrey Primary School for 6 years.  I am passionate about children’s education.

Mrs Jayne Griffiths

Parent

My name is Jayne Griffiths.  My eldest son has just left All Saints and my other son is currently in Year 2.  I have a 3 year old daughter also.  I worked as a teacher for ten years before taking a break after having my daughter.  I am very excited to be a part of the governing body at All Saints.

Mrs Jennifer Stearn

Foundation (PCC)

As a chartered accountant with experience in the corporate world, Jen brings financial & analytical skills to this role. Parent to four children, Jen is a strong supporter of the school and the local Tilford community. Jen has held PTA treasurer roles in two local schools as well as the treasurer role for two local village charities. She has also worked as a long standing children's liturgy helper and a catechist for First Holy Communion preparation in her local parish.

As a governor, Jen is keen to forge strong links between the parent body and the school governors. She is committed to ensuring the children at All Saints have the opportunity to experience the best possible start in education, and she has a keen interest in the outdoor aspect of All Saints' experience.

Vacancy

Ex Officio

 

Vacancy

Staff

Mr Naseer Taheem

LA

My name is Naseer Ahmed Taheem. I have studied Social Sciences and I have a keen interest in Human rights and Education. I see in every individual child a leader of tomorrow and that is only possible if we invest in their today. Two of my lovely children attends All Saints. The younger is in year reception and the older in year 1. I previously worked as a youth Table Tennis coach and a Trainer. Through continuous support and training some of our children were selected at a National level. I have experience as a case worker at Amnesty International Netherlands and I was also elected to manage funds of a National charity organisation whilst in the Netherlands. I am currently working in the security team at Islamabad, Tilford.

Mrs Olivia Babbington

Parent Governor

Photo to come

My eldest is in Yr 1 at All Saints Sch and my daughter attends Tilford meadow nursery.  I am really passionate about the school and part of the Tilford community so excited be part of the governor. I have worked at GSK (most recently Haleon after we divested our brands) for 14 yrs across numerous roles in Sales, Operations, Execution and most recently in marketing across oral health such as Sensodyne, Pain relief and currently Vitamins and Minerals, Centrum leading a team. 

 

Mrs Alice Robinson

Foundation PCC

Vacancy

Foundation PCC

Governors who have left during the past 12 months:

 

Michael Harvey-Brown Foundation (PCC) 22.10.2021-07.03.2024

Louise Walters (staff) 02.03.2020 - 31.12.2023

Sara Cox (HT) 01.09.2020 - 30.08.2023

The School’s Governing Body’s key responsibilities are:  

  • To ensure clarity of vision, values and strategic direction of the school
  • To hold the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff
  • To oversee the financial performance of the school and make sure its money is well spent 

 Other duties include: 

  • Determining how the school's budget is spent
  • The appointing and dismissing of staff
  • Hearing appeals and grievances
  • Forming policy on the school's curriculum and collective worship
  • Setting standards for pupils' behaviour and discipline
  • Making sure school buildings are welcoming and safe
  • Setting and monitoring the school's aims and policies  

 Membership of the Governing Body

 The Governing Body for All Saints is a group of 12 people made up of: 

  • 7 foundation governors (1 ex-officio (the resident priest in Tilford), 3 nominated by the Diocese of Guildford and 3 nominated by the Tilford Parochial Church Council (TPCC))
  • 2 parents elected by parents
  • 1 member of staff elected by staff
  • 1 head teacher
  • 1 local authority representative of the local authority (nominated by Surrey County Council)

 The Governing Body meets at least three times a year when, amongst other work, it considers the recommendations of its two major committees – Children & Standards and Resources.

The current composition of the Governing Body is as follows:

Foundation Governors (7) 

 

Appointed by

From

To

Ann Tann

Diocese of Guildford

03.11.23

02.11.27  reappointment

Ann Gunn 

Diocese of Guildford

29.09.21

28.09.25

Michael Harvey-Browne

Diocese of Guildford

22.10.21

21.10.25

Alice Robinson

TPCC

28.09.21

27.09.25

Jennifer Stearn

TPCC

25.07.23

24.07.27 reappointment

Vacancy x2

TPCC and Ex Officio

 

 

Parent Governors (2) 

 

Elected by

From

To

Jayne Griffiths

School Parents

14.10.22

13.10.26

Olivia Babbington

School Parents

20.10.23

19.10.27

 

Staff Governors (2) 

 

Elected by

From

To

Vacancy

Staff

 

 

Brigid Walters

Ex-officio (as Headteacher)

September 2023

N/A

  

Local Authority Governor (1) 

 

Nominated  by

From

To

Naseer Taheem

SAFE

05.07.2022

04.07.2026

 

Associate Members 

There are currently no Associate Members, with specific expertise and experience, who have been appointed.  Associate Members do not have voting rights on the Governing Body.

 

Specific Responsibilities 

Chair of Governors – Ann Tann

Vice- Chair – Jennifer Stearn

Link Safeguarding – Ann Tann

Link Governor – Ann Gunn

 

Vulnerable Children – Ann Tann

Looked After Children - Ann Tann

SEN and Gifted and Talented Children - Ann Tann

 

Honorary Treasurer – Jennifer Stearn

Governors' Fund, Trust Fund and School House - Jennifer Stearn

PE and PP - Ann Tann

Building Development -  Michael Harvey-Browne

Health & Safety - Michael Harvey-Browne, Alice Robinson

 

The Curriculum - Alice Robinson

Religious Education - Vacancy (Ex Officio) Ann Tann as interim

EYFS - Ann Gunn

 

FOAS Link - Jennifer Stearn

Public Relations, Community Link - Naseer Taheem

Safer Recruitment - Brigid Walters, Ann Tann

Health & Well-being - Ann Tann

Staff & Well-being - 

 

Membership of the Children & Standards Committee (clerked)

Ann Gunn (Chair)

Brigid Walters

Jayne Griffiths

Alice Robinson

Ann Tann 

Vacancy (Ex Officio)

 

Membership of the Resources Committee (clerked)

Jennifer Stearn (Chair)

Brigid Walters

Michael Harvey-Browne

Ann Tann

Naseer Tahem

Olivia Babbington

Jo Webb (in attendance) 

Vacancy

 

Membership of the Pay Review Committee (clerked)

Ann Tann (Chair)

Ann Gunn 

Jennifer Stearn

Brigid Walters

 

Membership of the Head Teacher's Performance Management Panel

Ann Tann (Chair)

Ann Gunn

Vacancy (Ex Officio)

 

Membership of the Admissions Committee (clerked)

Ann Tann (Chair)

Ann Gunn

Brigid Walters

Vacancy (EX Officio)

 

Membership of the Governance Committee (clerked)

Ann Tann (Chair)

Jennifer Stearn

Ann Gunn

 

SFVS Working Group

Jo Webb

Jennifer Stearn

 

Pupil Discipline, Staff Disciplinary and Staff Disciplinary Appeal Committees are convened as required.

 

The Clerk to the Governing Body is

Jules Williams:

email: jwilliams@allsaints-tilford.surrey.sch.uk 

All belonging under the umbrella of God's love, we enable children to flourish in His beautiful world as we love one another, persevere in learning and experience joy.

ADMINISTRATION

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POLICIES

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