Governors

The Willows Catholic Primary School is a voluntary-aided school within the Catholic Diocese of Lancaster.  As a voluntary-aided school, foundation governors must always form a majority of the governing body. Governors are a voluntary body of people who guide and support the strategic direction of the school. They are members of the school team and their contribution to the running of the school is highly valued.

Instrument of Governance

The Governing Body shall consist of: 

• 7 Foundation Governors
• 2 Parent Governors
• 1 Staff Governor
• 1 Headteacher
• 1 Co-opted Governor

The role of the governing body is a strategic one, its key functions are to:

• Set the aims and objectives for the school
• Set the policies for achieving those aims and objectives
• Set the targets for achieving those aims and objectives
• Monitor and evaluate the progress the school is making towards achievement of its aims and objectives
• Be a source of challenge and support to the headteacher (a critical friend)

Contacting the Governors

If you wish to contact the Governors, please write or email the Chair, care of the school.

Co-Chair of Governors
Mrs Holden or Mr Harrison
c/o The Willows Catholic Primary School
Victoria Road
Kirkham
Lancashire
PR4 2BT

michelle.holden@willows.lancs.sch.uk or david.harrison@willows.lancs.sch.uk 

Foundation Governors

Foundation Governors are practising Catholics who are usually members of the Parish of The Holy Cross and appointed by the Bishop.

The core roles of Foundation Governors are : 

• Representing our Bishop as keepers of the Catholic vision
• Ensuring the quality of Curriculum RE and Catholic Life of the school
• Understanding and preparing for Section 48 Inspections
• Encouraging the vibrancy and wellbeing of their school community