Governance
Governance Statement
The four key functions of the Governing Board are to;
- ensure clarity of vision, ethos, and strategic direction;
- hold executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the performance management of staff;
- oversee the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent; and
- ensure that the voices of school stakeholders are heard.
Effective governance is essential for the health and success of any organisation. The key strategic priorities of the school drive the agenda of the Governing Board and Committee meetings and as Governors, we support and challenge the Headteacher by gathering views and asking questions. The role is strategic rather than operational.
Strategic decisions rooted in and influenced by the voices and views of our stakeholders go a long way to ensuring that the Governing Board develops a better understanding of how Sunbury Manor School is operating on the ground and how close we are to achieving our vision. Opening and maintaining channels of communication between stakeholders facilitates good decision-making.
We believe that for the Governing Board to engage with our stakeholders effectively and meaningfully, we need to be visible within school. It is for this reason, that Governors:
- attend Student Council meetings, to hear the voice of our students;
- attend events within school, to meet and listen to our Parents;
- go into school, in our role as Link Governors, to listen to and support our staff.
As an Academy Trust, we must comply with the ‘Academies Trust Handbook’ as a condition of the schools funding agreement. It provides an overarching framework for the implementation of effective financial management and other controls, consistent with our obligations as a publicly funded body.
Mrs Emma Redfern - Chair of Governors
Email: eredfern.gov@sunburymanor.surrey.sch.uk
Sunbury Manor School Trustees
Brikitta Batten (Co-opted Trustee – Staff Observer )
Brikitta joined the Governing Board in September 2021 as a Staff Governor. Brikitta has been teaching at Sunbury Manor since 2011, starting off as a covering supervisor and is now Head of Citizenship Studies and a Head of Year.
Sarmila Bhal (Trustee and Link Governor for Computing , Design and Technology, Food and Child Development )
Sarmila joined the Governing Board in January 2020 and has one child at the school. Sarmila has a law degree and works . She has extensive governor experience at other schools .
Josh Burkmar (Trustee and Link Governor for Health & Safety, Business Studies, Maths and Statistics)
Josh joined the Governing Board in March 2021. He is a Chartered Accountant in the wealth management industry, with a focus on financial performance.
Mike Hayter ( Trustee and Link Governor for Attendance/Behaviour/ Anti bullying/ Alternative provision)
Mike joined the Governing Board in September 2022 and is a former pupil at Sunbury Manor. He has a background in education and education leadership currently serving as Assistant Headteacher at a local secondary school.
Fiaz Janjua ( Parent Trustee and Link Governor for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Safeguarding and Looked after children )
Fiaz joined the Board in October 2023 and is an experienced Police Officer with a proven track record in safeguarding. His extensive experience in ensuring the safety and well-being of children has equipped him with a valuable skill set, including risk assessment, communication, and problem-solving. As a parent of a Sunbury Manor pupil, he understands the importance of fostering a nurturing and supportive educational environment and is committed to nurturing positive relationships between parents, teachers, and students.
Margi Lamey (Trustee, Co -Vice Chair & Link Governor for Citizenship ,Creative Arts – Drama, Photography, Art, Music & Student Voice )
Margi joined the Governing Board in 2010. Margi was Head of 6th Form at St George’s College and a physicist of many years teaching experience. Margi previously worked for the Civil Service as a Scientific Officer. She has also been an ISI School Inspector and is passionate about improving education for all students.
Stephen Leach (Parent Trustee and Link Governor for SEND )
Steve joined the Governing Board in January 2023. He is a former student and has a child at Sunbury Manor School. An experienced business leader, Steve has most recently helped set up a charity, which supports some of the local communities’ most at risk young people to turn their lives around and engage back into education or employment. In his spare time, Steve is the Chairman and Director of the local community Rugby Club, Staines RFC.
Fiona Stevens (Member Appointed Trustee and Link Governor for Pupil Premium and Disadvantaged Children and English)
Fiona joined the Governing Board in June 2023. She is a solicitor working in London and lives in Sunbury with her husband and young daughter. Fiona studied English Literature and History at University, before converting to Law. She is passionate about education for all young people.
Clare Pitts ( Parent Trustee , Co- Vice Chair and Link Governor for Careers and Parent Link )
Clare joined the Board in October 2023 , has 2 children at Sunbury Manor and tragically her youngest Harry died in July 2023. The school is very supportive to the family and friends, therefore she wants to give back using her community connections( having previously been involved with PTA at two local primary schools). Her focus will be providing a link between parents and the governors and raising the profile of Sunbury Manor in the community and businesses.
Emma Redfern ( Trustee and Chair of the board)
Emma Joined the Governing Board in January 2020 and has a daughter at the school. She is an HR Professional working in Social Care, with a keen interest in employee relations and opportunities for all.
Tessa Reed (Trustee and Link Governor for Life Skills/ PSHE /Character Education)
Tessa joined the Board in October 2023 and has 25 years' experience as a primary school teacher and leader. Currently she is a Primary Headteacher at a local school. Tessa is passionate about education, curriculum innovation, inclusion, wellbeing and promoting mental health through the curriculum and brings a wealth of experience in building positive relationships between school staff, pupils and parents.
Callum Stevenson (Member Trustee and Link Governor for Humanities – Geography, History, RE and Citizenship)
Callum joined the governing board In April 2023. He is a Chartered Tax Advisor, specialising in technology enablement for finance and tax teams globally.
He grew up in the local area and is very keen to help children get the best out of their education and give back to the local community.
Louise Warren (Trustee and Link Governor for Science and Modern Foreign Languages)
Louise joined the Governing Board in 2021. Louise had a 30-year career in the pharmaceutical industry in drug development. She now has an NHS role in clinical research. She is particularly interested in science and encouraging all students (particularly girls) to follow STEM.
Aysha Wilson (Associate Trustee)
Aysha has been a member of the Governing Board since 2022. She is a HR professional and an active member of the community who is dedicated to supporting a safe and inclusive educational environment; one that amplifies student voices and fosters independence and resilience for all.
Governor Information Table 2024 - 2025
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NAME OF TRUSTEE AND CHAIR/VICE CHAIR (WHERE APPROPRIATE)
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CATEGORY OF TRUSTEE AND CURRENT TERM OF OFFICE |
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP AND ATTENDANCE 2023- 24 |
FULL GOVERNING BOARD AND FORUM MEETINGS ATTENDANCE 2023 -24 |
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Emma REDFERN
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Member Appointed Trustee 24.01.23 - 23.01.27
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Pay Committee: 1/1
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Attended: 4/4 Forum sessions: 1/1 |
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Margaret LAMEY
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Member Appointed Trustee 12.01.23 - 31.07.25 |
Resources (and Audit) Committee: 2/2 Self-Evaluation and Improvement Committee: 3/3
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Attended: 3/4 Forum sessions: 1/1 |
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Brikitta BATTEN
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Staff Observer (Maternity Leave – May 2022 – August 2023) 01.09.21- 31.08.25 |
Self-Evaluation and Improvement Committee: 2/3 *
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Attended: 3/4 * Forum sessions: 0/0 |
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Sarmila BHAL
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Member Appointed Trustee 24.01.23 - 23.01.27 |
Self-Evaluation and Improvement Committee: 3/3
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Attended: 3/4 Forum sessions: 0/1 |
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Christopher BURCH
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N/A |
N/A |
AGM: 1/1 |
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Joshua BURKMAR
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Member Appointed Trustee 12.01.23 - 31.07.25 |
Resources (and Audit) Committee: 2/2
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Attended: 4/4 Forum sessions: 1/1 |
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Jo Cloake
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12.01.23 - 31.07.23 *End of Term of Office 31.07.23 |
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Sandra FLINT
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N/A |
N/A |
AGM:1/1
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Fiaz JANJUA |
Parent Trustee 7.11.23 -31.08.27 |
Student Welfare, Safeguarding and Community Committee: 1/2 |
Attended: 3/4 * Forum: 0/1 * |
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Stephen LEACH
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Associate Trustee 24.01.23 – 23.01.27 Parent Trustee re – appointed 1.9.24 |
Student Welfare, Safeguarding and Community Committee: 0/2 |
Attended: 4/4 Forum: 0/1 |
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Clare PITTS |
Parent Trustee 7.11.23 -31.08.27 |
Resources (and Audit) Committee: 1/2 * |
Attended: 3/4 * Forum: 0/1 * |
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Fiona STEVENS nee LOCKHART
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Member Appointed Trustee 07.06.23 – 06.06.27 |
Student Welfare, Safeguarding and Community Committee: 2/2 |
Attended: 3/4 Forum: 1/1
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Mark MCCARTNEY
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N/A |
N/A
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AGM 0/1 |
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Virginia PIPE
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N/A |
N/A |
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David Lee
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Headteacher Ex Officio 17.06.24 – end of employment
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Resources (and Audit) Committee: 0/0 * Self-Evaluation and Improvement Committee: 1/3 * Student Welfare, Safeguarding and Community Committee: 1/2*
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Attended: 2/4 * Forum sessions: 0/1*
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Parent Trustee 7.11.23 -31.08.27 |
Self-Evaluation and Improvement Committee: 2/3* |
Attended: 3/4* Forum: 0/1* |
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Callum STEVENSON
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Member Appointed Trustee 25.04.23 – 24.04.27 |
Resources (and Audit) Committee: 2/2
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Attended: 4/4 Forum: 1/1 |
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Louise WARREN
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Member Appointed Trustee 12.01.23 – 31.08.25
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Self-Evaluation and Improvement Committee: 3/3 Chair |
Attended: 4/4 Forum: 1/1 |
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Aysha WILSON
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Member Appointed Trustee 12.01.23 – 31.07.24 Associate Trustee 1.08.24 -18.04.26 |
Student Welfare, Safeguarding and Community Committee: 2/2 Pay Committee: 1/1
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Attended: 4/4 Forum: 1/1 |
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Michael Hayter |
Member Appointed Trustee 01.09.23 – 31.07.27
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Safeguarding and Community Committee 1/2 |
Attended: 4/4 Forum: 2 1/1
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Zoe Keith
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Staff Observer 3 year from appointment May 24 |
Student Welfare, Safeguarding and Community Committee: 1/1*
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Attended:2/4* Forum: 0/1* |
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Scott Ford |
Staff Observer 3 year from appointment May 24 |
Resources (and Audit) Committee: 1/1 |
Attended: 1/4 Forum: 0/1 |
NB: Terms of Office were amended upon the adoption of the new Articles of Association on 12.01.23