Governors

MESSAGE FROM HOMER SCHOOL GOVERNORS

The Governors of Homer are here to challenge the school and make sure that they are being the best that they can be, both for the pupils and for themselves. As we are integral to the management of the school and members of the leadership team we are assessed alongside the school in any Ofsted inspections.

There are 8 governors in total made up of:-

• 1 Local Authority
• 3 Parents
• 2 Co-Opted
• Co-Head Teachers
• 1 Staff

In order to operate all Governors attend a Full Governing Body meeting once a term which cover the following:

• Finances
• Premises
• Development, school and staff
• Safeguarding
• Curriculum & school results

Besides attending meetings we have other roles that we carry out, for example we are aligned to some subjects to specifically focus on. We do this by liaising regularly with the teacher who is responsible for leading the subject. In addition we visit the school and spend time in lessons, observing how the children are progressing. We are also present at parents’ evenings and assist with parent surveys.

Towards the end of the school year we have a governor in school day. This is where we all get to join in the lessons and then at the end of the day we review the school development plan with all the staff and celebrate our successes and establish future goals for the year ahead.

But it’s not all work, we get to come to school plays and fun days like the Christmas & Summer Fairs. The role is pretty busy but very rewarding especially for a great school like Homer. If you have any questions for us we can be contacted through the school office.

Chair of Governors - Lars Swann

Co-opted Governor 

Background

Lars Swann is Chair of Governors and the chairman of the finance and resources committee.  He has a child in Year 4.

Skills

He runs a successful accountancy and tax business as well as a Media Company. He is also the co-founder of an online local Newspaper and a member of the British Association of Journalists.

Interests

When not at work he plays a lot of golf…

Local Authority Governor - Jacqui Doling

Vice Chair of Governors

Website Link and Safeguarding Governor

Background

I have been in Windsor for 18 years and live close to the school.  I became a governor several years ago after deciding I wanted to get involved in something in the local community.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Experienced in people and performance management

Interests

Reading, walking, spending time with friends and family when we are allowed to!

Associate Governor - Clive Haines

Links: Headteachers appraisal 

Parent Governor - Ashley Cox-Higgins

Resources Committee

Links-Health & Safety Link Governor

Background
I have been a Parent Governor since November 2018. I am a Father of two children; one in Reception and another in Year 4. I have always had an interest in wanting to put something back into the community and I am excited to work with the team at Homer First School. I believe that all children should have the opportunity to enjoy and thrive in an environment that will enable them to achieve their full potential. As a Parent Governor, I hope to support the School in providing our children with the very best all round educational experience.

Interests

Golf, tennis and cycling in Windsor Great Park with the family.

Parent Governor - Dave Topping

Staff Governor-Sam Lawrence