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Meet the Governors

School governors have a responsibility for supporting their schools, while also holding them to account. At Holmleigh, Governors are actively involved in all aspects of school life and contribute time and energy to ensure the school continually improves. Governors share the school’s aims and values, and are keen to enhance the environment, provide the right resources and to see that every child receives the best possible education.

The purpose of the Governing Body is to help the school to provide the best possible education for its pupils. They work closely with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team to set the school’s strategic aims and policies and actively work to monitor, support and improve the quality of teaching and learning for all pupils. The role of the Governing Body is one of strategic oversight; governors are not involved in the day-to-day running of the school. That is the responsibility of the Headteacher.

Our governors represent our wider school community. They have a mix of skills, experiences and backgrounds to help provide the best possible support to the School.

The full Governing Body meets formally once a term. The committees also meet once a term to focus on particular areas in more detail. The three main committees are: Finance, Premises and Curriculum. Our link governor for SEND and Safeguarding also meets with the Headteacher once a term and when needed. It’s also important for Governors to see the school in action, and they make visits to classrooms, to speak with teachers and to join in school events and celebrations. Governors take very seriously the role they play and the contribution they can make. Governors are expected to sign up to a code of practice agreeing to act with honesty and integrity, to keep up to date with training and to respect confidentiality at all times.

A Governing Body’s responsibilities cover three key areas:

1. To provide a strategic view

focus on the future

set appropriate objectives

develop a strategic framework and policies to achieve these objectives

2. To be a ‘critical friend’

offer support and constructive advice

be a sounding board for ideas

ask challenging questions when necessary

3. To ensure accountability of the school

ensuring that the school delivers good quality education

monitoring the school’s overall performance

ensuring the school complies with its statutory and legal responsibilities

The Governing Body welcomes the views of parents and we are always happy to discuss issues with you.

If there is any matter that concerns you, or if you have ideas about how to improve the school, please feel free to contact us.

Parent Governors are often available on the school grounds in the morning and after school.

If you are interested in the work we do, would like to find out more, or have any questions, please contact the Chair of the governing body by emailing HolmleighParentGovernors@gmail.com

  • Margaret Boateng

    Head Teacher, Governor, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, Foundation Curriculum Lead, Assessment, P.E Lead and PSHE & RSHE Lead
    I joined Holmleigh an NQT in 2003. I taught across both KS1 and KS2 and became an Assistant Headteacher in 2013. In January 2023, I became the Headteacher of Holmleigh. I work closely with the senior leadership team, our SIP and the governors to set...
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  • Angie Manderson

    Teacher, Assistant Head Teacher, Early Years Lead, Maths Lead, Phase Lead for EYFS and Year 1 and Co-opted Governor
    My Name is Angie I am the EYTL and nursery class teacher at Holmleigh. My teaching career started in 1997 after I graduated from Goldsmiths University. I always knew I wanted to become a teacher and as a child I used to line up my...
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  • Nilgun Ercan

    Teacher, School Liaison Officer, Attendance Officer and Co-opted Governor
    I have been a Parent, Associate and Co-opted Governor at Holmleigh.  I am now employed in the school as a teacher of Class 5. I have additional responsibilities including monitoring of whole school attendance and EAL support. As a native Turkish speaker I have supported...
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  • Matthew Caudle

    Chair of Governors
    I have been a co-opted governor of Holmleigh school since 2018, and more recently became the chair of Governors. I look to bring my experience to the schools governing body from my professional experience, most recently in tech start-up space, and prior to that as...
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  • Sarah Jane Dooley

    Vice-Chair Governor
    I originally trained as an artist and currently works in the charitable sector. I have a 1st class degree from Edinburgh College of Art and an MA in European Cultural Policy from Warwick University, and over 20 years of senior level experience working with, and...
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  • Karima Singh

    Co-opted Governor
    My name is Karima Larosi Singh.  I have two children: one is in secondary school and left Holmleigh in 2021 and the other one is in Year 5. I have been at Holmleigh since 2012 and started the Friends of Holmleigh parent group with another...
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  • James Jennings

    Parent Governor
    I was delighted to become a parent-governor in 2024 when my daughter joined Holmleigh Primary School Reception Class. I will soon join the Premises Committee, become chair of the Finance Committee and look forward to supporting the continued success of the school.  I look to...
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  • Rachel Burd

    Co-opted Governor
    I have been a Co-opted Governor at Holmleigh school since December 2021 and I also sit on the Curriculum Committee. I am passionate about the outcomes of the children and young people in my local area and I previously spent 5 years as a Secondary...
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  • Nick de Haes

    Co-opted Governor
    I feel so honoured to be a governor of Holmleigh Primary School. The staff, parents, pupils, and broader community have all worked tirelessly to create a truly inspiring place for students. Holmleigh is delivering brilliantly on a holistic approach to education, where students engage in...
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  • Kevin Ward

    Co-opted Governor
    I retired as Head Teacher of Holmleigh School in December 2022, having been Head since September 2000. I enjoyed my time at Holmleigh immensely, and feel proud of the achievements of the school over the period, especially in terms of the broad sweep of experience...
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  • Clive Sterling

    Parent Governor
    Hi all I was elected Parent Governor of this OUTSTANDING primary school September 2021. I was surprised and extremely flattered to be put forward by the parents (mostly that of year one). I have had a child at the school since 2014. I’ve been working...
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  • Toby Lichting

    Parent Governor
    It’s a great honour to become a governor of Holmleigh Primary School. I joined the governing body in 2025 but I’ve been a parent here since 2019 and currently have two children in the school. I love Holmleigh for its warm and nurturing atmosphere, boundless...
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2023-24 Holmleigh Governors_ Terms of Office & Contact Details

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  • Meeting Minutes
  • Committees
  • Being a Governor
  • Declaration of Interest
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