Governors
Andrew Stammers - Chair of Governing Body
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Member of the Learning and Development Committee
- Well being Governor
- Date of Appointment February 2020
- Term of Office: October 2020-2024 (4 years)
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 8 out of 9 meetings
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
I believe passionately in the right of all children, irrespective of ability or disability, to be able to experience the best education that is available and have full access to opportunities for personal development. My beliefs echo the school motto, “Inspiring success”. My understanding is that Marjorie McClure provides this for local children across a broad spectrum of physical and mental disabilities. I was really impressed during my recent visit by the professionalism and dedication of all of the staff. It was also wonderful to have the opportunity to meet some of the pupils who are clearly benefiting from this supportive and inspirational environment. I hope that I would be able to offer my skill set, experience and perspective as an external member of the team to help the Governing Body forward into the next exciting stage of its development. You can be assured of my full commitment.
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Rebecca Cottage - Head Teacher
- Member of the Governing Body by virtue of position in school
- Member of the Finance and Resources Committee
- Member of Learning, Development and Safeguarding Committee
- Appointment in accordance with the governing body's instrument of Government
- Term of Office: Since September 2019
- Member of all Committees
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 8 out of 9 meetings
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interest: None declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - none
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Kieran Terry
- Local Authority Governor
- Member of the Finance and Resources Committee
- Strategic Planning / Budget Monitoring Governor
- Date of Appointment 1 October 2020
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 6 out of 7 meetings
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - none
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Adil Ghani
- Co-opted Governor elected by the Governing Body
- Transition Link Governor
- Date of Appointment 10th January 2022
- Term of Office : 10th January 2022 - 9th January 2026
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 7 out of 7 meetings
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
Statement:
I want to become a School Governor because I want to give back to my community. I have time, a unique experience and ideas to share, which I believe will benefit the school. I have been a trustee of a national charity called Panathlon Challenge since 2015; this has given me experience in the strategic management of an organisation that provides sporting opportunities to young people with disabilities at a national level.
I believe education is a vital aspect of any individual's life and it's the school's job to provide a high-quality education for their students. Schools should provide students with the life skills necessary to live and succeed beyond school. In recent years, some schools have overlooked the importance of teaching life skills in favour of academic success. I firmly believe that academic success and life skills must go hand in hand as doing one without the other can leave an individual's future compromised. Students living with disabilites can often be overlooked or their talents underestimated. The lack of opportunities can have a detrimental outcomes for the students, thus leaving them marginalised in wider society. As someone living with a disability, I want to ensure all students are afforded the best opportunities to excel.
I have an affinity towards Marjorie McClure; having been a student from 2003 - 2014, I have a unique insight as I am an ex-student of the school and live with a disability. This perspective, to my understanding is not currently represented on the board of governors.
I am passionate about ensuring that young people with disabilities get the opportunities they need to be successful and should be taught how to advocate for themselves to get the support they may need to pursue and achieve their goals.
I believe I'm in a position to be able to relate to students, advocating for them with in-sight and appreciation of the challenges they face. Also understanding the barriers these students may face in life beyond school, I would like to help ensure students are well equipped to explore opportunities to excel without being limited by superficial perceptions of themselves and those from others.
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Beverley Pace
- Partnership Governor elected by the Governing Body
- Date of Appointment 13th October 2022
- Term of Office : 13th October 2022 - 12th October 2026
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 7 out of 7 meetings
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
Statement:
My daughter Holly went to Marjorie McClure School from the age of 3 to 18 years old. I couldn't of wished for a better all-round education and support system and I am forever grateful for that.
I'd like to give something back to the school and hope that my experience in charity work and fundraising can be of help as the school moves forward on to the new site and a new chapter in its history.
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Dale Malcolm
- Partnership Governor elected by the Governing Body
- Safeguarding Governor
- Date of Appointment 13th October 2022
- Term of Office : 13th October 2022 - 12th October 2026
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 6 out of 7 meetings
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
Statement:
I have an ongoing and enduring interest in supporting the requirements of children who have special needs, to help them to live the best lives that they can. Specifically, my experience stems from supporting my own son, now an adult, through his development and with Variety, the Childrens' Charity for which I have assessed applications for funding for over ten years; indeed my introduction to Marjorie McClure was through assessing such an application in 2018.
I have had the privilege of witnessing the good work done at Marjorie McClure School and am interested in playing a part in ensuring that work continues. I recognise the importance that leadership and direction bring to any organisation , and the value that the appropriate level of challenge of that leadership , direction and performance brings in supporting management to deliver the best results.
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Kate Skelton
- Parent Governor elected by the Governing Body
- Behaviour Governor
- Date of Appointment 13th October 2022
- Term of Office : 13th October 2022 - 12th October 2026
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 5 out of 5 meetings
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
Statement:
On a professional level, I have worked for more that a decade in national journalism and public relations for charities. My background means I naturally question and analyse, enjoy building relationships and now work on a daily basis with families across the country to highlight injustice. In the charity sector I have worked with chief executives and trustees to manage budgets and achieve real change that I will always be proud of.
I hope that these skills, my keenness to support the school and its dedicated staff, while also not being afraid to ask difficult questions, makes me the right choice for the role of parent governor.
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Amanda Jones
- Parent Governor elected by the Governing Body
- Health and Safety Governor
- Date of Appointment 13th October 2022
- Term of Office : 13th October 2022 - 12th October 2026
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 6 out of 6 meetings
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Trustee of the School Voluntary Fund
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
Statement:
Like all parents my child's future is of the upmost importance to me and since my child entered Marjorie McClure School at the age of eleven I have been incredibly impressed with the care she has received and the progress she has been able to make. I am extremely keen to give something back to the school who have given so much to my child, hence my application to be a parent Governor.
In terms of my skills and background, I have worked within a school setting for the past 10 years. This has enabled me to learn more about the inner workings of how a school operates, tutors the children in its care, manages risks and resolves conflict.
I have a deep understanding of the needs and challenges other parents and children with additional needs can face on a day-to-day basis. I feel that my professional skills, combined with my passion for making a difference to the lives of children such as mine, who need particular care and attention, would make me a suitable candidate to consider for the position of Parent Governor.
My main priority is to make sure that our children have a safe and secure environment to learn in and that they are given every opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential in the setting of Marjorie McClure School. Therefore, I would be delighted to be given the opportunity in making a difference in the education of not just my child, but to the school as a whole.
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Lauren Cole
- Date of Appointment 26th May 2023
- Term of Office : 26th May 2023 - 26th May 2027
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Governor attendance 2022-2023: 2 out of 2 meetings
- Member of Learning and Development Committee
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
Statement:
I have worked at MMC in Secondary for two years now! I am a positive, enthusiastic and open-minded individual who can provide solutions and strategies to raise the general standards of education and wellbeing at MMC.
Being the wellbeing lead allows me to have an overview of staff morale in our school- understanding staff’s emotional welfare and putting strategies in place to decrease stress and anxiety within our workplace. This includes signposting mental health and wellbeing services we offer and checking in when an individual seems low. I have initiated and provided a range of wellbeing activities for staff after school, a buddy system and treat Fridays. Furthermore, I have organised staff events aiming to bring the staffing community together out of school hours to help build and promote those vital relationships between TAs, teachers and SLT.
Attending the staff forum each term ensures I understand staff concerns on a more personal level. I communicate ideas and strategies back to SLT to ensure the smooth running of our school. To do this, I need a wider overview of our ethos, the culture and character of the school. I can relate to the daily running of school life because I am actively in it! This allows me to empathize with teaching staff and support staff alike due to being on the ground with them all on a daily basis. I have great interpersonal relationships with all staff and believe everybody should be treated equally.
My main role as a teacher in MMC allows me to bring a unique perspective to the governing board. I understand the way our school facilitates children’s social, physical, intellectual, communicative and emotional needs. I am a strategic individual who plans around the children, ensuring lessons are adapted and differentiated based on individual targets set. I follow through with interventions ensuring these targets are met and this informs my future planning. I am really looking forward to joining the governing body.
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Debbie Tompkins
- Date of Appointment 14th December 2023
- Term of Office : 14th December 2023 - 13th December 2027
- Register of interests: None Declared
- Member of Learning and Development Committee
- Charity Trustee Governor elected by Governing Body
- Governance roles in other educational institutions - None
- Co-opted Governor voted onto the board by Governors
Statement:
I have worked in primary education for the past 40 years , in four local education authorities. The primary schools I have worked in have been varied in terms of size, diversity, community schools and finally in a faith school. They have all been mainstream, however, in the last 10 years children with SEND increased in the school. I have worked closely with the governing body and 5 Chairs of Governors. I valued and knew the importance of their support, guidance and counsel, to ensure the best outcomes for our children and the best learning environment for the children and staff.
My greatest passion was to "grow the learning" of the children and staff alike and design a curriculum that all children could access at whatever level they were able to, to not feel excluded from and were integrated completely into their class. I believe that developing children's attitudes, a willingness to have a go and not to worry about failing, preparing them for the next stages of education and life, was equally as important as achieving the best they could academically. It was important to me that the school was a happy place to be for everyone in the community and was described on many occasions and recognised by Ofsted, as being like a family, something I note that your school is described as too.
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Tracy Lelliott Clerk to the Governors appointed October 2020
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Governors No Longer Serving
Josie Hills
Andy Stone
Louise Duffell
Jackie Little
Peter Knowles
Denise James Mason
Steve Scobie
Harry Ward
Kate Widgery
Cheryl Cosgrave
Carol Robjohns
Ellen Worf
June Hurn
Kate Georgiev
Tracey Dudley
Carol Harris Edwards
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