Local Governing Bodies (LGBs) have significant responsibilities delegated to them by the Board of Directors.

The core functions of the Local Governing Body are:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
• Holding the executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and performance of staff
• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent
• Ensuring decisions consider the views and experiences of stakeholders (pupils, parents, staff and the community)
• Maintaining the Catholic vision and character of the school

Foundation Governors

Catholic schools include Foundation Governors, who always form a majority on our Local Governing Bodies. Foundation Governors are appointed by the Archbishop to specifically preserve and develop the Catholic ethos of the school and ensure that his education policy is implemented within the school.

Foundation Governors come from all walks of life, and it is important that our Local Governing Bodies reflect the communities they serve. Each Local Governing Body needs a good mix of skills, knowledge and experience. What Foundation Governors have in common is a deep commitment to serving their local communities and living out their faith in a practical way.

Parent Governors

Parent governors are elected by the parents of a school and work alongside other members of the Local Governing Body. They are elected to bring a parental perspective to the issues discussed but it is important to recognise that parents are not there to speak ‘on behalf’ the parent body. Parent governors have the same voting rights and responsibilities as other governors.

Are you interested in becoming a Governor?

Download the Foundation Governor or Parent Governor booklet below to find out more about the role and how to apply.