Chartham Primary School

Local Academy Committee

The governors are appointed in different ways: A minimum of two are appointed by the Trust, two are parent representatives; one is a staff representative.

Remit & Structure of the Local Academy Committee

The purpose of the Local Academy Committee is to:

Provide confident, strategic leadership and to create robust accountability, oversight and assurance for educational and financial performance.

The 3 core functions of the Local Academy Committee are:
 

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction

• Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the performance management of staff

• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent

The Local Academy Committee Shall Consist of:

2 Parent Governors

1 Staff Governor

2 Trust Appointed Governors (minimum)

Inspira Academy Trust Scheme of Delegation

Members of the Local Academy Committee

Hello, I’m Claire M, I have lived in Chartham for over 20 years and I have two daughters at Chartham Primary school. I have a financial, audit and risk background working in the financial services sector. I’m really pleased to be a parent Governor and I’m looking forward to utilising my assurance skills to support the school in achieving its mission and vision. I am currently the Co Chair of the Governing Board, and you can contact me on cmorgan@inspiraacademy.co.uk. 

Hi! I'm Emily Wassell and I am a parent of three children at Chartham Primary School and the manager of The Firs Nursery on the site of the school. I have previously worked as a teacher, SENCO and assistant head-teacher in schools throughout Kent. I am looking forward to supporting the school and its staff to drive the strategic direction and development, raising standards of achievement.

I have a passion for Early Years Education and I am the link governor for Early Years, I would be happy to speak to staff, parents and interested parties about this aspect of the school. You can contact me on ewassell@inspiraacademy.co.uk 

Hello! I'm Dean and I joined Chartham Primary School as a trust appointed governor in September 2022. Chartham has become home since 2021 and I have really enjoyed integrating into its wonderful community. I have one child, who is currently at the Firs Nursery, who will attend Chartham Primary School from next year. I therefore have a vested interest in the school’s success. 

In my professional career I have been a part of several boards and senior leadership teams in organisations across diverse industries. I am also the director of a recently launched accounting and business advisory practice. I aim to leverage my professional experience and skills in my role as governor at the school, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.

I am passionate about learning and development at all levels, and I am driven and motivated to make a positive impact at the school. My primary link areas this year will be: Key Stage 2 and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability). You can contact me on dharrison@inspiraacademy.co.uk 

I look forward to supporting both staff and parents in delivering the very best education experience to our children, providing an environment where each child can reach their greatest potential and thrive.

Hi, I’m Michael Bishaey, a Parent Governor at Chartham Primary School since September 2023. I’m a Cyber Security Manager with plenty of experience in risk management, continuous improvement and adaptation which I regularly apply to my role as a school governor.

I am passionate about education and serving my local community through my role within the governing body. I strive to contribute positively to the educational journey of young learners and support the school in achieving its goals.

My primary link areas are curriculum and standards, which I’d be more than happy to discuss with staff, parents and members of the wider community. You can contact me on mbishaey@inspiraacademy.co.uk 

SEPTEMBER 2022 – AUGUST 2023 LOCAL GOVERNOR BOARD ATTENDANCE