Strategic Direction

• Decide on long term plans and direction of the school.
• Agree the aims and ethos of the school.
• Decide the policies under which the school will operate.

Accountability

• Accountable for the school’s overall performance.
• Ensure that the National Curriculum is delivered.
• Agree the school’s performance targets.
  . Set the staffing structure.
  . Responsibility for the school’s budget.
  . Handle complaints.
  . Maintenance of school buildings.

Critical Friend

• Promote high expectations.
• Hold the school to account.
• Being supportive but equally challenging.
• Monitor and evaluate the school performance.
• We hope this has given you an understanding of the role of our Governing Body.