ABOUT SMA > ST MARY ABBOTS GOVERNORS
The Governing Body is responsible for overseeing the running of the school, appointing staff, making budget decisions and those relating to building work. The full Governing Body meets twice a term, and the various committees meet each half term or more frequently if necessary. The Governors present their annual report to parents at the start of each school year, in the autumn term. Parents are encouraged to attend this important meeting and can ask Governors questions about a range of school matters. At other times, Governors can be contacted via the school.
Welcome from The Chair of Governors
St Mary Abbots School is a very special School located just behind the High Street, an oasis of picturesque school buildings, the playgrounds and the ancient churchyard, all mixed up together and sheltered by the glory of St Mary Abbots Church and the great trees. This mixture says something about our school. Here children receive an absolutely up-to-date education, preparing them for our modern world, yet with roots that spread far into the past, and sideways throughout our remarkable community, within a context of religious faith, and a belief that we are all children of God.
It is my privilege to be Chairman of Governors of St Mary Abbots School. At St Mary Abbots School we believe that a high quality education within a Christian context provides a child with the best start they can have in life. We welcome children from all faiths and backgrounds and work in partnership with parents and the Church to build a sense of belonging to our community. Our school vision is rooted in biblical teaching.
It is the aim of the Governors to ensure that our school remains a truly community school, in the sense that it serves and belongs to the whole of our surrounding community; in the sense that it is itself a little community, with pupils, staff, parents, governors and friends bound together in a common purpose and commitment to education in its widest meaning; and in the sense that it forms part of the universal community of faith. As Governors, we are responsible for seeking the highest possible standards for our school, the highest quality of teaching in our classrooms, of course, but also of our common life, so that pupils of every level of attainment and ability know that they are valued and welcomed. We aim to inspire and enthuse each and every child to achieve their highest potential and apply what they learn to their lives and be proud of their own success. Our Head Teacher and her excellent staff have the whole wellbeing of your children at heart: determined that St Mary Abbots will, together with yourselves, lay the foundation for their lifelong learning, encouraging them to develop their God-given talents and abilities, and to grow up to play their part in contributing to the sum and quality of human happiness. The Governors seek to exercise their responsibilities for the management of the school in the most collaborative way. We hope that you will find us accessible and responsive to your concerns.
Nathaniel Gee
Chair of the Governing Board
St Mary Abbots School is a very special School located just behind the High Street, an oasis of picturesque school buildings, the playgrounds and the ancient churchyard, all mixed up together and sheltered by the glory of St Mary Abbots Church and the great trees. This mixture says something about our school. Here children receive an absolutely up-to-date education, preparing them for our modern world, yet with roots that spread far into the past, and sideways throughout our remarkable community, within a context of religious faith, and a belief that we are all children of God.
It is my privilege to be Chairman of Governors of St Mary Abbots School. At St Mary Abbots School we believe that a high quality education within a Christian context provides a child with the best start they can have in life. We welcome children from all faiths and backgrounds and work in partnership with parents and the Church to build a sense of belonging to our community. Our school vision is rooted in biblical teaching.
It is the aim of the Governors to ensure that our school remains a truly community school, in the sense that it serves and belongs to the whole of our surrounding community; in the sense that it is itself a little community, with pupils, staff, parents, governors and friends bound together in a common purpose and commitment to education in its widest meaning; and in the sense that it forms part of the universal community of faith. As Governors, we are responsible for seeking the highest possible standards for our school, the highest quality of teaching in our classrooms, of course, but also of our common life, so that pupils of every level of attainment and ability know that they are valued and welcomed. We aim to inspire and enthuse each and every child to achieve their highest potential and apply what they learn to their lives and be proud of their own success. Our Head Teacher and her excellent staff have the whole wellbeing of your children at heart: determined that St Mary Abbots will, together with yourselves, lay the foundation for their lifelong learning, encouraging them to develop their God-given talents and abilities, and to grow up to play their part in contributing to the sum and quality of human happiness. The Governors seek to exercise their responsibilities for the management of the school in the most collaborative way. We hope that you will find us accessible and responsive to your concerns.
Nathaniel Gee
Chair of the Governing Board
Welcome from The Chair of Governors
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