Governance Board Committees and Members
Governance Board meetings minutes
Governors Terms of Reference and Strategic documentation
Governor Visit Reports
What does a Governor do? Click here to find out!
The Governance Board of Holy Trinity Primary School and Community Nursery endorses the school's values of Respect, Faith, Harmony and Lifelong Learning. The Board adheres to the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education. The Board has completed an ethical audit into the Board's operations and decision making processes, and recently conducted a staff survey to monitor their health and wellbeing during the Covid pandemic. We have been recognised as a Pathfinder school for ethical leadership. The Ethical Framework incorporates our school's values, as does the National Governance Association (NGA) Code of Conduct to which we also adhere. Every Governor fully abides by the terms of our Code of Conduct, click here to read it. Our Committees focus on three specialised areas; Teaching & Learning, Finance & Personnel and Community & Ethos.
Members of the Governance Board were involved in the June 2018 Ofsted inspection and met the Lead Inspector. In the published report it was noted "Governors are active within the school and challenge leaders effectively to secure school improvement." We were delighted that the school achieved a Good rating, and will continue to support the school to fulfil its greater potential.
The role of a school governor is one that is constantly evolving, and we continue to develop our skills with training from the NGA, the Diocese of Salisbury and other external providers.
The Governance Board focuses primarily on strategic issues rather than operational matters. Our strategic aims are set to raise aspirations based upon Excellence, Enjoyment and Expertise. To see Our Vision for 2025 click here. Because we review our performance against Our Vision for 2025, we ensure that we are on target and focused to achieve what is in the best interests of our school.
If you wish to know more about our School and Governance Board please contact Helen Keedy, Chair of Governors, through the school's email:
Helen Keedy: Co-opted Governor, Chair of Governors
I am serving my sixth year as Chair of Governors, my term expiring in 2022. I have completed the Chair's Development Programme in order to ensure that the school benefits from best practice. My career was corporate law and finance so combined with a previous school governorship, I am able to offer a considerable range of relevant experience.
I am a member of all the sub-committees.
My motivation to support the school is to ensure that every child has the best life opportunities through receiving the greatest educational start possible. An outstanding primary school education is the most valuable gift any child can receive; my goal is to support our school in delivering the greatest educational start to all our pupils.
Richard Fuller: Parent Governor, Joint Vice Chair of Governors
I am an appointed Parent Governor, my term running until 2022.
I moved to Weymouth from Nottingham in 2007 to be with my now wife. My son and daughter attend Holy Trinity Primary School.
Since attaining a bachelor's degree in my favourite childhood subjects (mathematics and computing) my professional career has specialised in computer networks where I now hold a position as a Senior Project Engineer. I enjoy the volunteering for my company to help promote engineering and STEM subject careers to children of all ages and genders. As a governor I hope to help this school provide its pupils with the best educational opportunities.
In my personal time I like to relax by spending time with my family, reading, watching movies and gaming.
David Motson: Parent Governor, Joint Vice Chair of Governors
I am an elected Parent Governor appointed by the school.
I have two daughters and a son who attend Holy Trinity Primary School. I've lived and worked in Weymouth for 14 years, during which time I've married and started a family. My background is in Software Engineering and I currently hold a position as a Systems Engineer. My interests include sports, information technology and the outdoors.
I am the Chair of the Teaching and Learning committee and Sports Funding Governor.
Helene Bishop: Foundation Governor
I am a Foundation Governor, with my term expiring in 2022. My background is mostly in pre-school teaching, but I've also worked with children in school, charity and church settings for many years.
I'm married and have two daughters, both pupils at this school. I'm also a member of the Sunday school team at Holy Trinity Church.
I believe that the school's Christian values should permeate every aspect of its life and teaching, to best benefit our children and the community around us. As a governor, I hope to uphold and defend these values, and to work to increase their impact in every necessary context, together with the board, the staff, the pupils and their families.
I am a member of the Community & Ethos Group.
Fiona Daykin: Headteacher
As Headteacher I hold an ex-officio position on the Governance Board and I serve on all the Governance Board Committees, as well as attending Full Governance Board meetings and working parties. I have the responsibility of providing the Governance Board with the school information that they require in order to inform their decision making. I have been a Governor for 9 years, in two different schools. I have been in education for 30 years, and have fulfilled a range of roles during that time, including being a Headteacher, School Improvement Consultant and Borough Moderator.
I have the best interests of our children and their families at the heart of everything that I do, and I am passionate about raising aspirations, expectations and ambitions. My aim is to provide the children and families of Holy Trinity with the highest quality of education, within the context of the schools' values of Respect, Harmony, Faith and Lifelong Learning.
Alana Fordham: Staff Governor
I am very proud to be Deputy Headteacher of Holy Trinity Primary School and a Staff Governor this year. My term runs until 2022. I am delighted to sit on both the Teaching and Learning and Finance and Personnel Committees. I am passionate about teaching and providing the best possible learning experiences for all children. I have considerable experience in leading curriculum development, assessment, phonics and the teaching of early reading and writing, in addition to my maths subject specialism. My particular interests include developing maths mastery practices, reading up on the very latest pedagogical research and supporting the continuing professional development of teachers through coaching and mentoring. My additional teaching qualifications include being a Specialist Maths teacher (MaST) and a Specialist Leader in Education (SLE).
My other interests include sporting activities such as swimming, tennis and volleyball. I also enjoy watching and supporting my favourite football team, Arsenal!
Bobby James: Parent Governor
I am a newly elected Parent Governor, with my term running until 2024.
I have always lived locally with my wife and two children who attend Holy Trinity Primary.
I am an experienced Civil Servant, based at HMP The Verne. Being in this role allows me to demonstrate high levels of professionalism and confidentiality, I am also very sympathetic to all opinions. I am passionate about ensuring the children at Holy Trinity receive the best education and start to life as they can. As a Parent Governor I will strive to make sure this happens and help the school make an outstanding grade at the next Ofsted inspection.
In my personal time I like to spend time with my family and attend the local gym.