About the role of Governors

Governors work as a team called the governing body. 

There are 4 types of governor on the board at St Polycarp's, each representing one of the key bodies which support the school:

• Surrey Local Education Authority
• The Diocese (Foundation Governors)
• Staff Governors
• Parent Governors

The 3 core functions of the governing board 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

There are 2 main committees and each one meets once every term:

• Pupil Experience Committee
• Finance Committee