Our governors are a dedicated and experienced group of educationalists, local business people and community representatives who are passionate about helping the school go from strength to strength.
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Julia Polley Headteacher
Julia turned to teaching after a successful military career as an RAF Officer. Passionate about young people she became our Headteacher after moving to the area in 2015.
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Rev Stephen Hanscombe Chair of Governors
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Robert Spensley Co opted Governor
Is a Co opted Governor and Vice chair of our Board. Robert is also a parent and local businessman.
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Julie Cooper Staff Governor
As the new Staff Governor, Julie has worked for the school for 12 years and had numerous roles including
English TA and library technician . Her current role is Attendance and Behaviour officer.
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Louise Fieldgate LA Governor
Louise has recently retired to North Yorkshire. She is an ex Middle School teacher with many years of experience. She sits on School Improvement committee
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Stephanie Swift
Dr. Stephanie Swift is a scientist who works as the Director of Swift Science Writing in North Yorkshire, and as a consultant for a market access company in York generating systematic reviews and evidence portfolios for pharmaceutical companies to help them bring new treatments to patients around the world. Her background is in lab-based research, […]
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Hazel Bright Parent Governor
Mrs Hazel Bright joins our board from 01 March 2022 as Parent Governor. She has 2 children at our school.
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Allan Waring Parent Governor
Allan Waring is a serving Royal Air Force Senior NCO at RAF Leeming and a parent. He has a wealth of experience which he brings to the FGB.
Key Information
Governor-Attendance-( 2018-19)
Governing Attendance (2019-20)
2022-23 terms_of_office-update (1)
2022_23-Governor-committee-membership-1
Governor Declaration of Business Interests (2019-20)