Local Committee

At St Mary's C of E Primary School, we are proud to be part of an academy trust that is committed to providing the highest quality education for our children. The Local Committee, also known as the governing body, plays a central role in ensuring the smooth running and success of our school. The Committee works with the officers and trustees of The Good Shepherd’s Trust, the Multi Academy Trust which oversees the work of the school.

The Local Committee is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the school, working closely with the headteacher, and the senior leadership team. The LC’s main duty is to quality assure the school to ensure it provides a broad, balanced, and inclusive curriculum that enables all children to thrive. This includes monitoring the effectiveness of teaching and learning, reviewing policies, and ensuring the school's resources are managed effectively.

Furthermore, the local committee is dedicated to nurturing an environment where our school values are understood and lived out by all our children. These values are not only fundamental in shaping their character during their time at St Mary's but also in preparing them for their futures. We believe that by instilling these values, our children will develop into responsible, caring, and compassionate individuals who will make a positive difference in society.

As a Church of England school, we aspire to do something meaningful and give back to the community which shapes the lives of all our pupils. The Local Committee actively seeks opportunities for our school to contribute to the local area, fostering a sense of civic responsibility among our children. We firmly believe that by engaging in community service and outreach programmes, our children will develop a deep sense of gratitude, empathy, and social awareness.

Jane Bell

Chair

Jane Bell - Chairperson, email: bell@stmarys-godalming.surrey.sch.uk

Alison Evans

Emma Hampshire

Rev Rachel Greene

Joe McCarthy-Holland

Paul Mercer

Jonathan Willis

Tom Boulderstone

Yvette Oqvist - Clerk