Chair of Governor Updates
It has been a very busy time for me as Chair and for the governors in general.
We had our first full governor's meeting of the new academic year, and we welcomed Helen Gibson as our new clerk; we hope she will enjoy her time with us, keeping us in order and on the right track.
Our agenda included the election of Chair and Vice-Chair, membership of committees, lead governors for the year groups, a very comprehensive Head teacher report, arranging provisional dates for governor visits and a learning walk.
I have attended three virtual assemblies on Wednesday afternoons and enjoyed being part of these sessions.
Last Friday morning I met with our SENCO Natalie Wilmot, these meeting are always very informative and valuable sessions as they enable me to understand how the school delivers support, assessment, communication and engagement with pupils, teachers, parents and outside agencies. We went through a comprehensive SEND report and shared ideas and ways we are developing new strategies to always ensure inclusivity for all pupils.
On Monday, I met with our Business Manager to go through the Single Central Records (SCR) - these are documents ensuring up-to-date information on all those employed or who volunteer at the school to ensure that they meet statutory requirements re safeguarding.
Governors will also be reviewing the results of both parent and staff surveys to better support both of them in their needs and expectations.
As Governors, we are kept informed of the latest government advice re Covid and the school adjusts the risk assessment accordingly to ensure everyone is kept as safe as possible and is aware of their responsibilities.
Please remember I am available to all parents/carers, as are our parent governors if you want to talk to us.
Have a good half-term and once again thank you for all your continued support for the school as a whole
David Aaronson
Chair of Governors ChairofGovernors@deanshanger.northants.sch.uk
