Governance

Board of Governance at INMAT

INMAT is governed by a board made up of trustees who are also known as non-executive directors. Trustees are appointed by the Members of the trust or are co-opted onto the board. They have a wide variety of skills and experience and work to ensure children are always put first, in line with our vision and values.

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Governors at Hall Meadow Primary School

The local academy committee (LAC) acts as a committee of the trust board at local level. School governors play a vital role in ensuring every child receives the best possible education. We are proud to have a dedicated governing body, made up of people from all walks of life who bring a wide range of skills and experience to our school community.

They offer challenge and support to the head teacher, set strategic direction, and monitor and evaluate school performance. They also monitor safeguarding arrangements and are the local link for parents and others in the local community.

Vasu Shan - Parent / Chair of LAC / SEND LAC
Peter Kearvell-White – Vice Chair / Co-opted Appointed/ Pupil Premium Governor
Caroline Farmer – Headteacher
Lucy Wayman - Co-opted Appointed / Governor
Keeley Pallett - Staff Governor
Jo Hackett - Parent Governor / Safeguarding Governor
Governance Professional - Maria Page

What Do Governors Do?

Governors are people over the age of 18, with a passion for education who have a connection to the school and who want to make a positive contribution to the pupil experience. They work as a team to provide strategic leadership, hold the school to account for its educational performance, and ensure financial resources are used effectively. Their core responsibilities include:

Setting the vision, ethos, and strategic direction of the school
Supporting and challenging school leaders to drive improvement
Overseeing financial performance and ensuring best value
Ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding

Governors do not get involved in the day-to-day running of the school—that is the job of the Headteacher and staff. Instead, they operate at a strategic level.

Why Become a Governor?

Help Shape the Future of Our School

Being a governor is an incredibly rewarding way to contribute to your local community and help shape the education of current and future generations.

As a governor, you will:

Make a positive impact on children’s lives
Develop valuable skills in leadership, finance, HR, and education
Gain insight into how schools operate
Work alongside a committed and supportive team

No formal qualifications are needed. Enthusiasm, commitment, and a willingness to learn are the most important qualities.

What’s Involved?

Governors typically attend:

3–6 meetings per year (usually in the evening)
Occasional training sessions and school visits

Full training and ongoing support are provided, and induction is available for all new governors.

How to Get Involved

If you're interested in becoming a school governor or would like more information, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Email: governance@inmat.org.uk
📞 Phone: 01536 481922
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Make a difference - join our governing body and play a key role in shaping a bright and successful future for our pupils.