Governing Board
What does the Local Governing Board do?
Outstanding local governance is vital to the continued success of our school. Our Local Governing Board (LGB) carries much of the responsibility for setting the strategic direction of our school and for monitoring all aspects of performance.
Governors are committed individuals from the local community, who share their knowledge, experience, expertise and skills to support and challenge the Headteacher/Principal and Senior Leaders; playing a part in improving pupil outcomes and to enhance the opportunities for our young people and families within the community.
Our governors come from all walks of life and backgrounds. This diversity is a crucial component of the success of the school as our governors bring a wide range of different perspectives.
The role of the LGB is a strategic one, the three core functions of the LGB are to:
- Ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
- Hold the Headteacher/Principal to account for the educational performance of the Academy School and its pupils, and the performance management of staff; and
- Oversee the financial performance of specified grants and revenue streams of the Academy School and making sure its money is well spent.
Linked Governor Roles
Each governor is assigned a linked role to understand, oversee, monitor and report on specific aspects of the School Development Plan (SDP). Link governors enrich the whole LGB’s understanding of their particular area and contribute to informed decision making.
We also consider that link governors help the LGB develop positive links with staff and create a visible and professional profile within the school.
There are additional link governors who have specific roles in supporting the governing body to fulfil its statutory responsibilities in areas such as Child Protection, Safeguarding, and Special Educational Needs.
| Name | Role | Date Appointed | Appointed By | Date Stepped Down |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julie Davis | Executive Head | 01/09/2021 | Ex-Officio | |
| Roy Wilson | Chair, Parent Governor | 17/11/2022 | Parents | |
| Koya Bakarey | Community | 10/01/2024 | Co-opted Governor | |
| Daley Brooker | Community | 17/03/2022 | Co-Opted Governor | 17/03/2026 |
| Rebekkah Howlett | Staff | 15/12/2025 | Staff | |
| Tiah Grant | Parent | 20/01/2026 | Parent | |
| Josiah Calugay | Staff | 13/05/2024 | Staff | 04/12/2025 |
| Krystal Tabi | Chair, Community | 18/02/2022 | Co-opted Governor | 26/06/2024 |
Governors’ Roles and Responsibilities
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rebekkah Howlett | Pupil Welfare, Behaviour and Attendance |
| Koya Bakarey | Safeguarding, Wellbeing and The Race Charter, SEF |
| Roy Wilson | SDP |
| Tiah Grant | EAL & SEND |
Schedule of Board Meetings
Governance documentation
Governance Structure
John Wood School & Nursery is part of the Chancery Education Trust.
The Trust operates as a multi-academy Trust with clear lines of decision-making for the organisation as a whole. The Trust Board of Directors has responsibility for all schools within the Trust and all Committees are required to report to the Trust Board.
The Local Governing Board (LGB) is a committee which normally meet once each term.
The minutes of John Wood School & Nursery meetings and the Trust Board are available to view – please contact the Trust Governance & Marketing officer on Tel No: 020 8462 5867 Option 3 or via email: office@chanceryeducation.com
How to become a governor
If you are interested in finding out more about or would like to become a school governor, please visit: https://www.chanceryeducation.com/join-us-asgovernor/
