Governing Body



What is expected of a Mill Water Governor?
Governors are expected to show vision and ambition for the school and everyone in it. We must prepare pupils positively for life in modern Britain. We promote equality and respect at all levels within the school. 

We do this by providing a balance of challenge and support to leaders, understanding the strengths and areas that need improvement at the school. OFSTED says Governors must understand the impact of teaching, learning and assessment on the progress of pupils currently in the school.  Governors are expected to demonstrate a commitment to their own development to improve their performance. Above all, our dealings need to be transparent and accountable.

Pulling together skills from diverse backgrounds to form strong leadership
When recruiting new Governors we are very much looking for people with existing skills that can be transferred into an educational setting. You do not have to be an expert in teaching or education, we will provide you with that training. You might be a parent, an expert in the needs of your child with a passion for them and their peers to achieve the best they possibly can. You might have experience in business with financial skills, or a background in HR. You might have existing connections to the wider community, expertise in project management or legal training.

If you would like to find out more about being a Governor, please do contact the school on 01395 568890. Governorship is a serious commitment but seeing our pupils, teaching staff, administrators and leaders improve, grow and prosper is also a very rewarding one.