Governance
Board of Governance at INMAT
INMAT is governed by a board made up of trustees who are also known as non-executive directors. Trustees are appointed by the Members of the trust or are co-opted onto the board. They have a wide variety of skills and experience and work to ensure children are always put first, in line with our vision and values.
Further information:
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Governors at St James Infant and Pre-School
- Andrew Dunkley - Chair of LAC
- Rachel Nafzger - Co-Opted Governor - Vice Chair / Pupil Premium Governor
- Sarah O'Shea - Headteacher
- Shannon Harris – Staff Governor
- David Anderson – Co-opted Governor / Health and Safety
- Adele Boom – Parent Governor
- Sarah-Jane Muddiman - Co-opted Governor
Safeguarding Governor:
The Clerk to the Governors: Maria Page - Maria.Page@inmat.org.uk
If you would like to talk to a governor, please contact the school office and a governor will get in touch with you. If you wish to bring any matters to the attention of the Governing Body, you should address your correspondence to: Chair of LAC, c/o St James Infant and Pre-School, St James Street, Daventry, NN11 4AG
What Do Governors Do?
Governors are people over the age of 18, with a passion for education who have a connection to the school and who want to make a positive contribution to the pupil experience. They work as a team to provide strategic leadership, hold the school to account for its educational performance, and ensure financial resources are used effectively. Their core responsibilities include:
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Setting the vision, ethos, and strategic direction of the school
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Supporting and challenging school leaders to drive improvement
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Overseeing financial performance and ensuring best value
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Ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding
Governors do not get involved in the day-to-day running of the school—that is the job of the Headteacher and staff. Instead, they operate at a strategic level.
Why Become a Governor?
Help Shape the Future of Our School
Being a governor is an incredibly rewarding way to contribute to your local community and help shape the education of current and future generations.
As a governor, you will:
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Make a positive impact on children’s lives
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Develop valuable skills in leadership, finance, HR, and education
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Gain insight into how schools operate
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Work alongside a committed and supportive team
No formal qualifications are needed. Enthusiasm, commitment, and a willingness to learn are the most important qualities.
What’s Involved?
Governors typically attend:
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3–6 meetings per year (usually in the evening)
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Occasional training sessions and school visits
Full training and ongoing support are provided, and induction is available for all new governors.
How to Get Involved
If you're interested in becoming a school governor or would like more information, we’d love to hear from you!
📧 Email: maria.page@inmat.org.uk clerk to the governors
📞 Phone: 01536 481922
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Make a difference - join our governing body and play a key role in shaping a bright and successful future for our pupils.
Higher Paid Employees
The trust is required to publish the number of employees whose benefits exceeded £100,000, in £10,000 bandings, for the previous year ended 31 August. None of our employees fall into the reportable category regarding Executive Pay.
