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Teaching and Learning and Pupil Progress Committee Statement of Effectiveness 

Teaching, Learning and Pupil Support Committee Statement of Effectiveness.

  1. Purpose

The purpose of the Teaching, Learning and Pupil Support committee is to oversee, monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching, the effectiveness of the pupil support and the learning that takes place across Manston Primary, ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential. We discuss key issues relating to the school’s curriculum delivery to guarantee it is broad and balanced and that it meets national requirements. We review and monitor the School Self Evaluation Form to evaluate the progress towards meeting targets on the Development Plan and the overall vision for the school.

  1. Meetings and Visits

This year the committee has met three times and the meetings have been well attended by its members, who each bring their own perspective and expertise, which facilitates in-depth discussions and informed decision making. There have also been Governor visits to discuss phonics, maths, English and the Pupil and Sports Premium monies.

  1. Key Areas Discussed
  1. Curriculum Review:
  • Overview of the current curriculum coverage including the impact on pupil outcomes through Governor visits to look at books and data.
  • New initiative and changes including the teaching of spelling and the new Relationship and Sex Education scheme
  1. Quality of Teaching:
  • Book scrutinies were carried out for maths and English with the subject leads and the next steps for CPD discussed.
  • The committee was informed about support being put in place for new staff.
  1. Pupil Progress and Attainment
  • A review of assessment data was discussed at each meeting with SLT informing the committee of strategies being put in place to support children.
  • Identification of underperforming groups was discussed and what interventions had been put in place.
  1. Pupil Support and Inclusion
  • The attendance figures and initiatives were discussed at every meeting
  • Special Educational Needs and Disabilities provision updates were provided, including the numbers in each SEND category and the support being accessed. The committee was given chance to consider these.
  • Pastoral support and well-being issues were discussed.
  1. Impact 
  • Governors actively engage in constructive discussion and pose challenges that stimulate strategic deliberations during the meetings.
  •  Attendance remains high and a constant focus for the Safeguarding and Welfare Officer
  • Pupil outcomes are good and the quality of work has been of a high standard across school.
  • SEND support has been effective in supporting pupils
  1. Next Steps
  • The committee will monitor the delivery and impact of the new RSE scheme and spelling scheme.
  • The committee will continue to challenge and evaluate to pupil progress data provided to ensure all groups meet their full potential.
  • The committee will support new initiatives to continue to raise attendance
  • The committee will discuss any issues which might impact on the outcomes for pupils.

 

Diversity and Inclusivity of the Manston Primary School Governing Body 

The governing body at Manston Primary is diverse but highlights opportunities for broader representation. The data is correct as of June 2024 and is updated annually.  

  • Birthplace: 77% were born in the UK, with 23% bringing international perspectives. 
  • Ethnic Background: Predominantly White (94%) with 6% Asian; no representation from Black, Hispanic, or other groups. 
  • Gender: Balanced with 53% Female and 47% Male. 
  • Sexuality: 94% Heterosexual, 6% Bisexual. 
  • Disabilities: No members identify as having a disability. 
  • Religion: 40% Christian, 7% Buddhist, and 53% Atheist; no representation from other faiths. 

While gender balance is strong, there is scope to improve representation across ethnicity, disability, and religious diversity. 

Tero Väänänen Parent Governor

Appointed 03.10.23 to 30.11.27.   

Committees  

Personnel and Resources 

Chair of Governors – Appointed 02.10.24  

Responsibilities  

Attendance Governor  

Profile  

I am one of the parent governors for the school. I was born in Finland but have lived in the UK for over 20 years. I have a daughter in Manston Primary School and my son has just left to go to a secondary school.  

I work for the NHS and enjoy photography, creative arts and computing.  

Other Interests  

Tero Vaananen does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School's.  

Darren Scotland Local Authority Governor

Vice Chair of Governors  

Appointed 02.03.23 - 02.03.27  

Committees  

Vice Chair of Governors - elected 02.10.24 

Personnel and Resources   

Responsibilities  

Safeguarding 

Profile  

After going to art school in York, I moved to Leeds in 2003 with my girlfriend (who's now my wife). We've been in Cross Gates since 2013 and our daughter has been a pupil since 2017.  

By day I work as a consultant across the creative industries. Outside of that, I have broad range of interests and experience across art, culture and sport.  

Other Interests  

Darren Scotland does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School.   

Nick Field Parent governor  

Appointed 22.10.2021 - 22.10.25   

Committees   

Personnel and Resources (Chair) 

Responsibilities   

Curriculum  

Profile  

 

Other Interests  

Nick Field does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School.

Gale Walton Parent governor  

Appointed 02.03.2022 - 02.03.27   

Committees   

TLPS & Personnel and Resources 

Responsibilities   

Reading  

Profile  

 

Other Interests  

Gail Walton does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School.  

Carly Bowker Parent governor 

Appointed 02.03.2022 - 02.03.27   

Committees   

TLPS and Staffing and Resources  

Responsibilities: SEND Governor   

Curriculum  

Profile  

 

Other Interests  

Carly Bowker does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School. 

Henry  McVittie   Co-opted Governor

Appointed 30.11.23 - 30.11.27.  

Committees  

TLPS 

Personnel and Resources 

Responsibilities 

Pupil Premium and Sports Funding Governor 

Profile 

 

Other Interests  

Henry does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School. 

Charice Lee Co-opted Governor

Appointed 30.11.23 - 30.11.27. 

Committees  

Staffing and Resources 

Responsibilities  

School fund auditor  

Profile 

 

Other Interests  

Charice Lee does not have a governance role in any other school and have no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School. 

An Joul  Co-opted Governor

Appointed 05.02.15 - 05.02.27.  

Committees  

TLPS 

Responsibilities  

Wellbeing Governor  

Profile  

I work at school as a HLTA (Teaching French and covering classes), LSA and Learning Mentor. I have been appointed to Wellbeing Governor which ties in very well with my Learning Mentor role. I was born in Belgium and lived there till I was 21. I have a degree in translating. Before working at Manston Primary, I worked at the Berlitz School of Languages and was also a free-lance translator. I have two children who are now grown-up but attended Manston Primary School when they were younger. I’m an avid reader and love meeting up with friends.  

Other Interests  

An Joul does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School's.  

Kerri Meah  Staff Governor

Appointed 22.03.2013 to 22.03.25.  

Committees  

TLPS 

Responsibilities  

Training Governor  

Profile  

Staff governor.  

I have been a qualified teacher since 2007 and originally come from Northern Ireland. I studied in Sunderland and moved to Leeds in 2009. I have taught at Manston since 2010. I’m now a first-time mum to a lovely little boy.   

In my spare time I enjoy reading, swimming and going to the cinema.  

Other Interests  

Kerri Meah does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School's.  

Suzanne Roxby  

Appointed 02.10.24 to 01.10.28. Co-opted Governor. 

Committees  

TLPS (Chair) 

Personnel and Resources 

Responsibilities 

English Subject Link Governor 

Profile 

I was a teacher at Manston for over 20 years and I am honoured to be a governor now I have retired. I have two grown-up children. I love reading, cooking, running, walking and cycling with my partner, David. 

 

Suzanne Roxby does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School's 

James Clay

Headteacher - ex-officio  

Committees  

Personnel and Resources   

TLPS  

James Clay does not have a governance role in any other school and has no business or financial interests that conflict with Manston Primary School's  

John Spinks  

Deputy Head – Associate member  

Committees  

TLPS 

 

Kirsty Thorpe 

Safeguarding and Welfare Officer - Associate Member  

Committees  

TLPS 

 

Sharon Pritchard 

School Business Manager 

Committees 

Staffing and Resources 

 

Past Governors

Helen Hill 

Last appointed 29.09.2022 Resigned 02.10.23 

Shaun Major-Preece 

Appointed 27.01.21 - 03.07.23  

Sarah Wishart  

Last appointed 23.06.22 Resigned 31.08.23  

Donna Towers  

Last appointed 08.07.21 Resigned 31.07.23  

Chloe Halls  

Appointed 07.10.22 Resigned 29.09.2022  

Alina-Elena Gumeni   

Appointed 27.01.2021 Resigned 16.03.2022  

Lewis Elliott  

Appointed 04.06.20 Resigned 27.07.2021  

Neil Mitchell  

Appointed 07.02.20. Resigned September 2020  

Brian Stewart  

Appointed 17.12.18. Resigned September 2020  

Diane Ambrose  

Appointed 09.12.14  Parent Governor. Resigned October 2016.  

Daisy Cox  

Appointed 04.02.2016  Co-opted Governor. Resigned 18.1.17.  

Daniel Foster  

Appointed 04.02.2016 Co-opted Governor. Resigned 4.9.2017.  

Eleanor Turner  

Appointed 05.02.15 Co-opted Governor. Resigned 4.10.17  

Jo Tickhill  

Appointed 04.02.2016 Parent Governor. Resigned  5.7.18  

Andrew Ward  

Appointed 23.01.17 Parent Governor. Resigned 1.10.18 

Governors

Tero Väänänen - Chair of Governors

Darren Scotland - Vice Chair of Governors

Karl Delahaye - Co-opted Governor

Carly Bowker - Parent Governor

Kerri Meah - Staff Governor

Suzanne Roxby - Co-opted Governor

An Joul - Co-opted Governor


 

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