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Our Governing Board

The school is supported and overseen by a Governing Board. The Board consists of members of our two charitable foundations, several co-optative governors, an Alumni Governor, and parent governors.

The purpose of the Governing Board is to support and challenge the Senior Leadership Team, consult on areas of shared expertise, and oversee the longer-term management and financial health of the school.

The Undershaw Governing Board members are committed to the school’s vision and passionate about its future.

 

The Board of Governors reports to both of our funding foundations on the overall work and development of the school and welcome members of each onto the board.  The main role is to hold the leadership of the school to account acting as a ‘critical friend’.

Co-optative Governor (Parent)

Roles

Teaching and Learning Committee

Current term

10.07.24 – 31.08.25

Register of Interests

Undershaw Parent

Co-optative Governor (staff)

Roles

Teaching and Learning Committee

Current term

05.12.2024 – 01.09.2026

Register of Interests

Employee of the school

Co-optative Governor (staff)

Roles

Well-being Committee

Current term

05.12.2024 – 01.09.2026

Register of Interests

Employee of the school

Co-optative Governor (Parent)

Roles

Teaching and Learning Committee

Current term

01.09.22 – 31.07.25

Register of Interests

Undershaw Parent

Co-optative Governor

Roles

Well-being Committee, Alumni and School Council link

Current term

01.09.23 – 31.07.27

Register of Interests

Alumnus of the school

Leo Lion Foundation Nominee

Roles

Vice Chair of Leadership Committee, Chair of the Finance and Staffing Committee

Current term

29.08.21 – 31.07.27

Register of Interests

Trustee and Commercial Director of Leo Lion Foundation

Co-optative Governor

Roles

Chair of FGB and Teaching and Learning Committee. Leadership, Finance & Staffing and Well-Being Committee. SEND link.

Current term

01.09.22 – 31.08.25

Register of Interests

Chair of Developing Teachers Schools and Academies, Trust Member of Forest Way School

Co-optative Governor

Roles

Well-Being Committee, Mental Health link

Current term

01.09.23 – 31.07.27

Register of Interests

None

Leo Lion Foundation Nominee

Roles

Chair of Well-Being Committee, Safeguarding and LAC Link

Current term

31.01.23 – 31.01.26

Register of Interests

Employee of Pathways Education, Governor of Stratford-upon-Avon Primary School, Trustee DFN Foundation

Co-optative Governor

Roles

Teaching and Learning Committee, Careers link

Current Term

01.09.22 – 31.08.25

Register of Interests

N/A

DFN Foundation Nominee

Roles

Leadership and Finance & Staffing Committee

Current term

10.10.23 – 09.10.25

Register of Interests

Employee of the DFN Foundation

DFN nominative Governor

Roles

Leadership and Finance & Staffing Committee

Current term

06.01.25 – 05.01.26

Register of Interests

CEO of the DFN Foundation

Parent Testimonials
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I absolutely have my trust in the leadership team, the wonderful staff and the vision for the school going forward.

Current parent
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The emotional support and advice has been wonderful

Year 4 parent
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I’m thrilled both my children get to reap the benefits of such a high quality education

Year 4 parent
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She’s made friends and really looks forward to coming to school.

Post 16 parent
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Our daughter commented to me after her first day that the difference in atmosphere was enormous.

Post 16 parent
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Whilst supporting the students with such a fantastic provision, we have certainly felt encouraged as parents too

Year 4 parent
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J has felt able to put her trust in the school from her very first day.

Post 16 parent
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At all times our family felt supported.

Post 16 parent
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E has many years ahead of him at Undershaw and I am excited about the opportunities he is going to get.

Year 4 parent

Eliminating the impossible

Respect

Undershaw is an inclusive community which is based on mutual respect.  Everyone is valued and their uniqueness celebrated.

Read about Employability

Kindness

Undershaw is a caring and considerate school. We look after each other wholeheartedly, fostering meaningful and compassionate relationships.

Read about Therapy

Resilience

Undershaw is a safe space for all, where we can take risks. We support each other to keep going and believe in ourselves when we try new things.

Read about our Curriculum