Corvus Learning Trust

Become a Governor of one of our schools

Local Governing Boards meet regularly to look at the big picture and the schools’ long-term goals. The role is incredibly rewarding and allows local volunteers to support schools to deliver the best possible outcomes for pupils

There are no specific qualifications or requirements for the role - every Governing Board needs a balance and diversity of knowledge, skills and experience. You don't need to be a parent or to have a background in education.

Governance Responsibilities

Governing Boards work together to:

• develop a vision and strategy for the school
• oversee the financial performance of the organisation, making sure its money is well spent
• hold school leaders to account to ensure that every pupil has the best possible education
• engage with pupils, staff, parents and the school or Trust community to understand their views
• work with the Trust to find the best ways to support the school

Governance Activities

• attending Governing Board meetings: these normally take place around six times a year and may be held outside school hours
• looking at information and evidence on the school’s progress and discussing this with leaders
• visiting schools to see plans working in practice, and listening to the views of staff, pupils and parents
• involvement with the Headteacher and senior appointments
• making decisions about issues such as pupil exclusions and staff disciplinary matters
• undertaking induction training and ongoing development

Governance Eligibility

• the time to contribute
• to be aged 18 or over
• not to be disqualified under the relevant rules and procedures

Oaklands Infant and Junior Schools - clerk@oaklandsgov.co.uk

Kennel Lane Special School - Fiona.Stanton@kennellaneschool.com

Edgbarrow Secondary School - Celeste.Moruzzi@edgbarrowschool.co.uk

Sandhurst Secondary School - clerk@sandhurstschool.org.uk

The Bulmershe Secondary School - chails@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk