Welcome to the Governors' section.
Governors play a key role in the life of any school. This importance is underlined in the three strategic functions that they are expected to deliver by the government and Ofsted. These core functions are to -
* Ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction of the school.
* Hold the head-teacher to account for the school’s performance, the educational performance of pupils and the performance management of staff.
* Oversee the financial performance of the school, ensuring money is well spent.
It is important that we carry out these functions with a high degree of competence. Furthermore, we also feel that it is very important that we have evidence that clearly shows what the impacts of our activities are. At Northfield, we have decided to do this by creating our own Governor Action Plan which records our key activities and how they impact on the three strategic functions shown above. This action plan is reviewed and updated each term and the latest version is published below.
Northfield governors are very active in many areas of the school’s work and curriculum. We know that our work, which includes providing both and support and constructive criticism, is much valued by the Head-teacher and her staff. In turn, we feel that we are helping the school improve year on year.
The role of a governor is wide-ranging and can often be challenging particularly when we have to get to grips with new changes to the law or potentially unpopular instructions from government. Having said all that, being a governor is also a very enjoyable and rewarding experience.
If you’re interested in becoming involved please contact me (chair of governors) via school or speak to the head-teacher.
Neil Woodcock
New governors
We welcome new governors and want to help make their experience at Northfield both productive and enjoyable.
The induction process for new governors comprises an initial meeting with the Head-teacher to familiarise themselves with the school and its day to day running. A meeting with the Chair of Governors will also be arranged to explain the role of governors and consider their input and impacts on the running of the school.
New governors will be invited to attend any or all of the governing body committees to see how and what business is conducted. Governors will be encouraged to join any committee that they are interested in according to their skills, experience and interest.
A welcome pack will be given to all new governors containing
The School Improvement Plan
The Governor Profile document
The Governor Action Plan
Relevant DfE documents on the role of governors
Membership and contact details for the current governing body
Details of training opportunities
A buddy system is available where more experienced governors can provide support and act as mentors to new governors. Arrangements will be made by the Chair in conjunction with the Training Co-ordinator on request.
The school’s website contains a considerable amount of information about the ethos of the school, how the school is organised, key performance data and details of the curriculum besides links to other important education sites. New governors will be encouraged to familiarise themselves with the website and useful linked sites.
Neil Woodcock
Chair of Governors
July 2016
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Neil Woodcock, Chair of Governors.
Governor Category. Local Authority
Appointed by. Nottinghamshire County Council
Date joined. September 2001.
Term of office. 07/09/2017 – 06/09/2021.
Register of interests. None registered.
Positions held. Charity Trustee, Jigsaw Support Scheme.
Committees. Finance & GP, Strategic, Pay Committee.
Link governor roles. Complaints, Appraisal, Assessment & Standards, Health & Safety, Modern Foreign Languages.
A bit about me..........
I retired in 2011 after 36 years working for Nottinghamshire County Council. My last post was as head of Service for Highway Safety where I was responsible for all aspects of road safety from school crossing patrols to safety cameras. I have extensive experience in managing budgets, staff performance and appraisal, policy development and communications. I have been a governor for almost 30 years and Chair since the school’s creation in 2001. Previously, I was Chair of Northfield Infant and Nursery School. My three children all came to school here and three of my grandchildren now attend. I am also a product of the Cox’s Lane Infant School as it was originally known in the 1950s. I have strong connections and commitment to both the school and local community and I am passionate about giving our children the very best start to their education. I would like to see the school become “outstanding” whilst maintaining a secure and happy learning environment where children enjoy their learning.
I have no business or financial interest at the school, and I am not a Governor at any other school.
Mr Chris Charnley
Co-opted Governor
Service Ends 05/11/22
Mr David Annis
Staff Governor
Service End Date 16/11/21
I started working as caretaker at Northfield Infants School in 1993, I became a governor of the school in 1998.
Northfield is a warm, welcoming, safe environment where children can achieve their best, have fun and make friendships, many of which will last a lifetime. I hope I can do my bit in both my roles to ensure it continues.
I have no business or financial interest at the school.
I am not a Governor at any other school.
Parent Governor
Service Ends 20/06/22
Parent Governor since 2010
Moved to Mansfield Woodhouse in 2005 from Birmingham, to bring children up in a less busy, more safer, friendly place of which Woodhouse and Northfield School are.
I have three children who have now moved on to Manor Academy and Manor College. All three have been happy and progressed well at Northfield. Since I became a Governor, I have learnt a lot more of what goes on to ensure every child is encouraged to do their best. I will as a Governor be there to help maintain this and ensure Northfield can be more than just a "Good" school.
I am also a relief Lunchtime Leader for the school as well as being trustee for local charity Little Roots.
Mrs Rachael Saville
Parent Governor
Service ends 08/10/2021
Mr David Woodcock
Parent Governor
Service Ends 08/10/2021
Mrs Gaynor Moriarty
Co-opted Governor
Service Ends 30/07/22
Mrs Jeni Studholme
Co-opted Governor
Service Ends 30/07/22
Mrs Jayne Bradley
Co-opted Governor
Service Ends 30/07/22
I have no business or financial interest at the school.
I am not a Governor at any other school.
Mr Andrew Bradley
Co-opted Governor
Service Ends 30/07/22
I have no business or financial interest at the school.
I am not a Governor at any other school.
Mrs Margaret Trewick
Co-opted Governor
Service Ends 01/11/2021
Ms J.Jenkins
Governor Category. Head Teacher
Appointed by. Automatic appointment on taking up role as Head Teacher
Date joined. September 2001.
Term of office. The Head Teacher is a permanent member of the Governing Body
Register of interests. None
Committees. Finance & GP & Pay Committee.
I am delighted to be the Head Teacher of Northfield Primary and Nursery School, a position I have held since 2001. I believe passionately in providing an educational environment where every child feels safe, secure, happy and motivated to learn. I aim to provide a creative and exciting curriculum therefore giving every child the opportunity to succeed and reach their potential.
I am privileged to lead a forward looking school into a future where, together, we continually strive to provide the support, opportunities and challenge which change and improve children's lives forever. To enable this to happen I strongly believe in the school and community working in partnership for the benefit of all.
Governors Who Have Left in the Past 12 months.
Northfield Primary School - Governor Roles – September 2018
Link Area |
Staff Leader |
Link Governor |
English |
Nikki Corrigan |
Neil Woodcock |
Maths |
Gaynor Moriarty |
June Ryan |
Science |
Jeni Studholme |
Rachel Saville |
RE, SMSC, British values |
Vic Wood |
Margaret Trewick |
Computing |
Mike Windibank |
Dave Annis |
Geography |
Hayley Pugh |
Chris Charnley |
History |
Hayley Hyatt |
Andrew Bradley/Rachel Saville |
Art & Design |
Hannah Hallett |
Chris Charnley |
Design & Technology |
Carole Jones |
June Ryan |
PE/Outdoor learning |
Laura Woodcock |
Dave Annis |
Music |
Ann Pullin |
|
Modern Foreign Languages |
Sam Rodgers |
David Woodcock |
PSHE/Bullying |
Amanda Ingram |
Margaret Trewick |
EYFS |
Carolyn Burgin |
|
SEND |
Carolyn Burgin |
Jayne Bradley |
Child Protection, safeguarding/safer recruitment |
Julie Jenkins |
Jayne Bradley |
Behaviour/Attendance |
Julie Jenkins |
Jayne Bradley |
Assessment & Standards |
Julie Jenkins/ Christine Gear |
Neil Woodcock/Jayne Bradley |
Complaints |
Julie Jenkins |
Rachel Saville |
Appraisal |
Julie Jenkins |
Neil Woodcock/Andrew Bradley |
Training co-ordinator |
|
Chris Charnley |
Health & Safety |
Julie Jenkins/Dave Annis |
Neil Woodcock |
GDPR |
Julie Jenkins |
Rachel Saville |
Meeting. |
Date |
Full Governing Body Meeting |
Thursday 25th Feb2021 @ 6.30pm
|
Strategic Development |
Thursday 26th Nov2020 @ 8.30am |
Finance and General Purpose |
Wednesday 3rd Feb2021 @ 8.30am |
Governing Body Profile |
3rd Dec2020 @ 6.30pm |
On-site Training
|
|
Governor Attendance Records For Academic Year 2020 - 2021
Full Governing Body Meeting Attendance |
Nov 2020 |
Feb 2021 |
June 2021 |
Mr N Woodcock |
Yes |
|
|
Mrs J Bradley |
Yes | ||
Ms J Jenkins |
Yes | ||
Mrs K Evans | Yes | ||
Miss J Ryan |
Yes | ||
Mrs R Saville | Yes | ||
Mr A Bradley |
Yes | ||
Mr D Woodcock |
Yes | ||
Mr C Charnley |
Yes | ||
Mrs G Moriarty |
No | ||
Mr D Annis |
Yes | ||
Mrs J studholme |
Yes | ||
Mrs M Trewick | Yes |
Governor Attendance Records For Academic Year 2019 - 2020
Full Governing Body Meeting Attendance |
Nov 2019 |
Feb 2020 |
June 2020 |
Mr N Woodcock |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mrs J Bradley |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Ms J Jenkins |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Miss J Ryan |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mrs M Trewick |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mrs R Saville | No | Yes | Yes |
Mr A Bradley |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mr D Woodcock |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mr C Charnley |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mrs G Moriarty |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mr D Annis |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Mrs J studholme |
Yes | No | No |
Mrs K Evans | Yes |
Governor Attendance Strategic Development Meetings 2019
Meeting Attendance |
July 18th 2019 |
Nov 15th 2019 |
March 6th 2020 | ||
Mr N Woodcock |
Yes |
Yes | Yes | ||
Mrs J Bradley |
Yes |
Yes | Yes | ||
Mrs C Gear |
Yes |
Yes | Yes | ||
Miss J Ryan |
No |
Yes | Yes | ||
Mrs R Saville | Yes | No | Yes | ||
Mr D Woodcock |
Yes |
Yes | Yes | ||
Ms S Smith |
Yes |
Mrs J Fox minutes | Yes |
Governor Attendance Finance and Personnel Meetings
Meeting Attendance |
Nov 6th 2019 | Jan 28th 2020 | March 9th 2020 |
May 19th 2020 via Teams |
July 9th 2020 Via Teams |
Mr N Woodcock |
Yes | Yes | No | Yes | |
Mrs J Bradley |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Ms J Jenkins |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Miss J Ryan |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Ms S Smith | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Mr A Bradley |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Mr C Charnley |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Mr D Annis |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Mrs M Trewick | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Mrs K Evans | Yes |