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Governors are committed to the school and fulfil the role of critical friend purposefully. They have a strong understanding of the school’s context, its strengths and important areas for development, such as improving pupils ’mathematical skills. They play an active role in the life of the school, using their experience and expertise to support leaders and staff to improve provision for pupils. During a period of uncertainty for the school, governors have worked hard to prioritise the well-being of pupils and staff.

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The governing body is well informed and effective in its role in supporting the school. Members use their skills and expertise to ask professional questions and provide valuable guidance to school leaders and staff. They undertake a variety of relevant monitoring and evaluation though their sub-committees’ activities and have sound knowledge of the school’s strengths and areas for improvement. They value the work of the whole staff and are particularly proud of the role they play in supporting the needs of the local community. Governors make appropriate arrangements for healthy eating and drinking and support leaders to manage finances effectively in line with the school’s priorities. With the support of the headteacher, they monitor the budget prudently and support staff to ensure that they have high quality resources to best meet the needs of learners.

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The governing body is well informed and effective in its role in supporting the school. Members use their wide range of skills and expertise to provide valuable support, guidance and challenge to school leaders and staff. They value the work of the whole staff and are particularly proud of the inclusive nature of the school and the role it plays in supporting the needs of the local community. Governors make appropriate arrangements for healthy eating and drinking and support leaders to manage finances effectively in line with the school’s priorities.

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Governance is a strength of the school. The governing body is supportive of the school. Governors carry out their roles as critical friends of the school effectively. They are fully aware of their responsibility to promote healthy eating and drinking. Together with the headteacher and business manager, governors manage the school budget carefully. They plan the spending of the pupil development grant and other grants prudently.