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Governance
In trusts, the purpose of governance is to provide:
- strategic leadership
- accountability and assurance
- strategic engagement
The board has collective accountability and strategic responsibility for the trust. It has a focus on ensuring the trust delivers an excellent education to pupils while maintaining effective financial management and must ensure compliance with:
- the trust’s charitable objects
- regulatory, contractual and statutory requirements
- their funding agreement
The board of trustees manages the business of the academy trust. They act as Directors in terms of Company Law, Trustees in terms of Charity Law and Governors in terms of Education Legislation. As a mixed MAT, the Trust Board lead on the responsibilities to maintain the Christian Distinctiveness of our church schools in line with the SIAMs framework, and, to preserve the non-religious nature of our community schools.
For further details of the Trust's governing structure click here.
Minutes from the meetings are available on request from the Governance Professional, Binky Clark, who can be contacted at: b.clark@palladianacademytrust.com
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Headteacher |
Jo Coppens (Ex Officio) |
|---|---|
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Foundation governors |
Mrs Kirsty Mokebo Mr Jack Wiggins Mr Chukwudinma Eluwah |
| Chair of LGC | Mr Jack Wiggins |
| LGC Members |
Mrs Kirsten Holland Mr Tim Quick |
| Parent Governors |
Mr Toby Knight Mr Peter Lock |
|
Clerk |
Mrs Vanessa Locke |
Governors' Attendance at Meetings 2021 - 22
Governors' Attendance at Meetings 2022 - 23
Governors' Attendance at Meetings 2023 - 24
STP IEC Attendance April 2024 - 2025
Governors' Register of interests 2023-24
Mrs Jo Coppens
Staff governor since September 2018
I have worked at St Philip’s since 2002; I started as a class teacher; mainly in Key Stage Two. I am now the deputy head teacher and non-class based for 3 days per week. I have a variety of roles in school which include the oversight of children in receipt of Pupil Premium Funding and whole school assessment. As a result of having a wide range of roles in school and being part of the schools journey for a number of years I feel that I have a lot to contribute to the governing board as we continue on our journey of self-improvement.
Mrs Kirsty Mokebo
Foundation Governor since December 2021
I am a parent to children at St Philips, live locally and also attend St Philip's Church. It has been so encouraging to see the strong, positive Christian values at St Philip's and how this affects the feel of the school. It has been good to see the school and church work together. I hope to work alongside the other governors to ensure the school provides for pupils and staff, and provides a safe, supportive environment for all.
Mr Chuks Eluwah
Foundation Governor since June 2023
I have over 14 years of experience working in health, 10 in my home country and 4 years in the NHS. I am currently rounding off the 2nd year of my training as a GP.
I have completed foundation courses at the NHS Leadership academy and currently am a member of the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management.
I have a keen interest in studying systems and devising ways of improvement.
I have great interpersonal skills which I think will be key in identifying the ideas, concerns and expectations of those I will encounter in the course of serving as a Governor and try my best to address said ideas, concerns and expectations.
I have come to love the St Philip's family. I have 3 precious jewels there at the moment. I naturally would want to give all I can to ensure that the high standards and dedication to excellence which have attracted me to this school is maintained.
Mr Jack Wiggins - Chair of Governors
Myself and my wife, Tori, are parents to 3 children, we are soon to have 2 of those attending the school, and we are part of the St Philips Church family.
Professionally, I hold senior management responsibility in a global Defence organisation. I am experienced in and accountable for adherence to corporate policies and procedures and wider legislative requirements. This involves the review of new and existing business, assessing performance, viability and opportunities for improvement which are all skills useful in governance.
As a foundation governor who is also a parent, I hope to support St Philips leadership team in the delivery of its vision and strategy so that we provide an environment for our children to flourish within. I also hope to maintain and strengthen the ties with St Philips church and the broader community.
I love being a part of this wonderful community and always happy to be contacted if you ever have something you wish to raise or talk through
Mrs Kirsten Holland
My name is Kirsten Holland and I love working in schools; I think it is an absolute privilege to work with young people. I have been teaching since 1999 and started my career in Croydon where I led Y7 transition in a large comprehensive school. I moved to Bristol in 2005 and have since taken on pastoral leadership roles in three comprehensive schools. I am very excited to be joining the team at St Phillips and look forward to meeting everyone and working with you all in the months and years to come. I know what a fantastic school St Phillips is and look forward to contributing using my own lived experiences.
