Meet the Governors

The Governors of Thurlstone Primary School play a vital role in the life of our school. They are appointed as part of the school’s legal framework and work together to ensure the school runs effectively and in the best interests of all children.

Our Governing Body is led by Ms Nicky Shaw (Chair) and Mrs Tracy Pearson (Vice Chair). They are part of a dedicated, well‑informed group of volunteers with a wide range of professional skills and experiences. Working closely with our headteachers, Mrs Gibbins and Mrs Baker, the governors help to uphold the school’s aims and ensure that every child is valued and supported in a safe, happy and stimulating environment.

Governors act as a “critical friend” to the school — offering both support and constructive challenge. The full Governing Body meets once each term, with additional committee meetings held more regularly to look in depth at areas such as finance, curriculum, premises and staffing. These committees report back to the full Governing Body and may also be given specific responsibilities to carry out.

The work of the Governing Body is varied and important.

• The Finance Committee oversees the school budget, monitors financial performance and makes decisions about the upkeep of the school site, facilities and health and safety. A designated governor works with the headteachers each term to review health and safety procedures and documentation.

• The Curriculum and Personnel Committee reviews school policies, monitors how they are reflected in classroom practice and evaluates progress against the School Improvement Plan. They also oversee the recruitment and appointment of staff and ensure personnel procedures are followed.

Governors receive ongoing training and support from the local authority and national governance organisations to help them carry out their roles effectively. Their work is strengthened by the close partnership they share with the headteachers and staff.

Our governors are always happy to hear from parents and carers. If you would like to get in touch, please leave a message with the school office and it will be passed on

Click on the links below to see what our Governors have been up to:

The following link will take you to the Government website. Here you can find out about the schools finances and compare them to other schools.

Government Financial Benchmarking

GOVERNOR ATTENDANCE 24 25

Governors Register of Business Interests

Governors Code of Conduct Oct 2024