Governors
Manor Road School Governors
The strength of our governing body is in the collective knowledge, experience and expertise of its members.
The main roles of the governing body are:
1. To provide a strategic view
We help to decide the school’s strategy for improvement so that our children learn most effectively and achieve the highest standards they can.
2. To act as a critical friend
We support and advise the headteacher and staff but we also monitor and evaluate the schools effectiveness by asking challenging questions.
3. To ensure accountability
We are responsible for ensuring good quality education in the school. We are answerable to the children, parents, local community and the Local Authority for the performance of the school.
The Governing Body
Our governing body is made up of:
- 1 Local Authority Governors
- 7 Co-opted Governors
- 2 Parent Governors
- 1 Staff Governor
- The Headteacher
Committees
We have several committees, the main two are:
Resources:
The Resources committee has responsibility for Health and Safety and school buildings, staffing and finance. Our duties include monitoring all building related plans, drawing up the staffing structure, ensuring performance management arrangements are carried out and preparing and monitoring the school budget.
Learning:
The Learning Committee advises the Headteacher and the Governing Body on matters concerning the school curriculum. Our main duties are to ensure that the curriculum meets statutory requirements, to contribute to curriculum aspects of the School Development Plan and to monitor pupil progress and set attainment targets.
Pen Portraits
Kiran Adam
I am a proud mother of two boys, one of which attends Manor Road, and I am delighted to be part of the governing body of a school that I believe is a truly wonderful community. My personal connection to the school gives me a strong understanding of the experiences of pupils and families, as well as a genuine commitment to ensuring the very best outcomes for all children.
I work as a Primary School teacher and bring current, hands-on classroom experience to my role as a governor. In addition, I deliver lectures and seminars to Early Career Teachers and trainee teachers, supporting the development of high-quality teaching practice and professional growth.
This combination of parental insight, classroom expertise and involvement in teacher training enables me to contribute thoughtfully and effectively to the life of the school. I am well placed to support discussions around teaching and learning, staff development and pupil wellbeing, and I am committed to helping Manor Road continue to thrive as a supportive and aspirational learning environment.
Rachael Anderton
My name is Rachael and I am a newly appointed governor at the school.
You may spy me in the playground, dropping or picking up my daughter who attends the school, usually with our cocker spaniel in tow.
Working with families from various backgrounds to support their health and wellbeing, I am looking forward to supporting the school in this role.
Amy Brown
Hi! I’m Amy Brown and I’m a Co-opted Governor at Manor Road Primary School. I became a governor because my girls go to the school and I genuinely care about every child having a happy, safe and supportive experience as well as supporting and ensuring that staff feel valued and looked after too.
My background is in trauma-informed practice and supporting children and young people with SEMH needs. I’m on a journey of consulting with schools and organisations, offering practical support and training around social and emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour approaches, family connections, communication and safeguarding. I’m a big believer that children thrive when they feel understood, seen and heard; that starts with strong, consistent relationships.
One thing I really pride myself on, is building positive relationships with families and parents, working together, listening properly and creating a community where everyone feels seen. I’m passionate about helping children develop confidence, emotional safety and the skills they need to flourish both in and out of the classroom.
I’m proud to bring my experience, energy and people first approach to the governing board at Manor Road Primary.
Katey Dyke
I have been a parent governor at Manor Road since Spring 2024. I have two young children who both attend Manor Road Primary School.
I am a primary school teacher and have worked in education for over 10 years. I teach in upper key stage two at a large local Primary School, having moved to the area four years ago. I am passionate about teaching and learning as well as the welfare of children and their daily experiences.
I believe that every child should enjoy their education and that school should be a place where all children feel safe and valued. I hope to be able to bring knowledge from my professional experience to the role but also to support the governing body through my insights as a parent.
Karen Haydock
My name is Karen Haydock and I have been an active member of the Governing body for 7 years, I presently am the Chair of Governors, the Safeguarding and SEND Governor.
My professional background spans 25 years of teaching, from volunteering in Primary, teaching Secondary school for 18 years and Pre-degree and A level in further education.
I have a background in Person Centred Counselling and teaching Yoga, which influence my positive beliefs good wellbeing and mental health. I also work in the local Parish Church as Sunday School leader and Safeguarding officer.
My family has been taught at Manor Road and I feel it is a privilege to work alongside a great team of dedicated teachers and staff. I thoroughly enjoy being in the Governing Board, supporting the school and the wider community.
Adam Hayhurst
My name is Adam Hayhurst; I am a co-opted governor at Manor Road. I live in the local community with my wife and two children both of whom attend Manor Road.
I have been involved in education in one way or another for the last 15 years, 12 of which have been as a Science Teacher in local high schools, and hope that my experience can provide support and be useful over the next few years.
I look forward to working with the other governors and staff at school to continue to provide pupils with the best opportunities to achieve their full potential.
Jennie McDonald
I am a parent to two children at Manor Road and live locally in the Whittle area.
Whilst I knew the school from a parent perspective, I am valuing getting to know the school in a different aspect. In my short time as a governor, I can already see how much hard work both staff and children alike, contribute to the school.
My background is working within Human Resources, and I currently work in an education setting. Working with education already, I have a sound understanding of Safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education.
I hope that my knowledge, skills and experience will add value to both the governing body and school.
How to Contact the Governing Body
If you wish to contact the Governing Body of our school, you can do so in writing via the school office. Please mark your envelope for the attention of Karen Haydock, Chair of Governors.