Governance

School Governance:

Governors serve as a key link between the schools, parents/carers and the local community. They monitor the performance of the school, advising the Trustees of any concerns.

We have a committed team of Governors on the school Challenge & Community Board who are actively involved in the life of the school. They reflect the community we serve and include parent representatives.

The Governors are passionate about our School and are here to make sure that every pupil is given the best education, opportunities and experiences possible. They play an important role in overseeing the work of the school, acting as “critical friends” for the Senior Leadership Team and holding the school to account for performance and development.

Adam Copping - parent governor 

Adam is a parent with an understanding of the rewards and challenges that learning can provide for different children. He is passionate about supporting all children to be resilient, life long learners. 

Adam works in the financial services industry. He brings expertise in being a critical friend to support his governance role. 

• Date of appointment: 17 March 2025

• Appointed by: Parents

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): Parent

Joanna Dalzell - co-opted governor and Chair 

Joanna an experienced leader and manager of Inclusion Service teams and qualified teacher.  She is passionate about working in collaboration with other professionals to co-ordinate services and ensure the needs of children, young people and their families are met and engaging pupils in learning that is appropriate to their individual needs.

Joanna volunteered to be a governor to use her skills to benefit the community she lives in.

• Date of appointment: 16 July 2024

• Appointed by: Trustees

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): None

Daniel (Dan) Hyland-French - co-opted governor

Dan is a Primary school leader, qualified SENDCo and parent who is committed to high-quality education for all pupils. 

Dan became a governor to support the school’s vision to inspire and nurture every child to reach their full potential. He brings expertise in education to help guide strategic decisions that ensure high standards of teaching and pupil support. He is passionate about fostering an inclusive and aspirational environment where all children, regardless of background or ability, can thrive.

• Date of appointment: 25 March 2025

• Appointed by: Trustees

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): Parent

Joanne Ling - co-opted governor 

Joanne is a former Deputy Headteacher, with a long-standing career in primary education. Joanne wishes to make a difference to the local community through her role as governor. 

• Date of appointment: 16 December 2025

• Appointed by: Trustees

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): None

Lucy Martin - parent governor 

Lucy is a Partnership Executive for a national charity. 

Lucy cares deeply about the kind of school experience our children have - how they learn, how they feel, and how they grow. She enjoys supporting the school to continue to bring the Trust vision to life and nurture ambitious, respectful, confident scholars.

• Date of appointment: 21 March 2026

• Appointed by: Parents

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): Family member employed by another Trust school until 31.08.26 

Am'e Moris - ex-offico governor 

Am'e is the Executive Head Teacher and a governor by virtue of her position.

• Date of appointment: 19 March 2026

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): Partner delivers peripatetic classes to Primary schools in the trust. 

Steven Shaw - co-opted governor and Vice Chair 

Steven was the Principal at Folkestone Academy and brings education knowledge and expertise to the Board. 

• Date of reappointment: 2 September 2024

• Date of appointment: 2 September 2020

• Appointed by: Trustees

• Relevant business and pecuniary interests: None

• Governance roles in other educational institutions: None

• Relationships between other governors or school staff (including spouses, partners and close relatives): None