2026-27
To build a successful partnership where teachers, parents and governors work together for the benefit of the children. The Governing Body must include two parent governors elected by the parents of the school. It must also include a Teacher Governor and a Support Staff governor elected by the school’s staff. These governors serve for a period of four years. There are also Foundation Governors appointed for a four year period by the Diocese of Salford. In addition there are LEA governors appointed by Oldham Education Authority.
Become a School Governor
The Role of the Governing Body
• The general running of the school.
• Policy development.
• Planning the school budget.
• Selecting and appointing staff.
• Supporting school discipline.
• Producing an annual report for parents.
• Maintaining the Catholicity of the school.
• School Development Planning.
The Governors meet at least once a term and also attend other committee meetings.
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Become a Governor Leaflet | [pdf 886KB] |
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NGA Getting Involved in School and Trust Governance
There are no specific qualifications or requirements for the role - every governing board needs a balance and diversity of knowledge, skills and experience. You don't need to be a parent or to have a background in education.
Diocese of Salford Training Programme
The Diocese of Salford offers a training programme for Foundation Governors (Roman Catholic). Details of the training programmes can be found on the education page of the Diocese:
If you require any further information please contact the Education Department by email education@dioceseofsalford.org.uk
Website: www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk
Governance Inspection Webinar
National Governors Association Webinars
OFSTED Inspection and Governance Video
National Governors Association video.
Our Governing Body September 2026
| Name | Governor Type | Term From |
Term To |
| Lesley Clerkin - Headteacher | Headteacher |
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| Reah Coo | Parent governor | 06 Jan 2025 |
5 Jan 2029 |
| Mr Michael Eavers | Foundation governor ( Appointed By The Diocese Of Salford ) |
01 Jan 2025 |
31 Dec 2028 |
| Mariamol Gipson | Foundation governor ( Diocese Of Salford ) |
25 Jun 2026 |
24 Jun 2030 |
| Gareth Griffiths | Parent governor | 27 Jan 2023 |
26 Jan 2027 |
| Reverend Canon Michael Job | Foundation Ex-Officio ( Appointed By The Diocese Of Salford ) |
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| Ms Lorraine Leonard | Foundation governor ( Appointed By The Salford Diocese ) |
01 Jan 2025 |
31 Dec 2028 |
| Emma Morgan | Observer | 01 Sep 2025 |
31 Aug 2029 |
| Sophie Peck | Observer |
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| Mr George Saville | Foundation governor ( Appointed By The Diocese Of Salford ) |
01 Jan 2025 |
31 Dec 2028 |
| Mrs Sharon Skinkis-Loftus - Teaching Assistant | Staff governor | 04 Oct 2024 |
3 Oct 2028 |
Governor's Documentation
Please select a document below to access the information.
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Governor Training Record St Marys RC Primary School September 2026 | [xlsx 12KB] |
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Our Governing Body September .2026 | [xlsx 10KB] |
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Attendance at FGB Meetings 2025-26 | [xlsx 10KB] |
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Governor Confirmations SummarySt Mary's RC Primary School July 2025 | [xlsx 10KB] |
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Governing Body Diversity Data
We’re committed to improving the diversity of school governing boards. We recognise the importance of diverse boards so that decisions are made robustly with input from people with a variety of lived experiences – as well as varied skills. It’s also vital that children see people of all backgrounds in board-level positions. Where we can, we try to find someone who can bring the skills our school needs alongside the diversity.