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Governing Body
St. Peter’s Local Governing Body contribute to the work of our school, ensuring high standards of achievement for all our children. The Governors act as a critical friend.
The Board of Directors delegate local responsibilities to the Governing Body including day to day operational matters such as Catholic life and mission, Standards and Performance, People and Resources.
Our Governing Body comprises of 9 representatives – each of whom may serve for a period of up to four years. Every Governor works closely to improve the quality of all aspects of the school. Governors receive training to enable them to carry out their duties.
Our Governors are parents at the school, the Headteacher, Parishioners or members of the wider community.
Our Chair of Governors is Fr Benedict Skipper. Fr Benedict Skipper can be contacted by email:
Email: office@stp.magnificat.org.uk
Membership of Governing Body 2025/26
| Foundation Governor | Fr Benedict Skipper (Chair) | 01 Oct 2025 | 30 Sep 2029 | |
| Foundation Governor | Mr Thanh Nguyen (Vice Chair) | 27 Apr 2022 | 26 Apr 2026 | ViceChair SEND |
| Foundation Governor | Jacqui Berrow | 01 Nov 2025 | 31 Oct 2029 | Pupil Premium LAC and PLAC |
| Foundation Governor | Eileen Grimes | 20 Sep 2024 | 19 Sep 2028 | |
| Foundation Governor | Anne Hilson | 11 Oct 2024 | 10 Oct 2028 | |
| Foundation Governor | Gabriel Ozique | 04 May 2022 | 3 May 2026 | Safeguarding |
| Parent Governor | Mrs Josephine Drury | 20 Jan 2025 | 19 Jan 2029 | |
| Parent Governor | Mrs Louise Gubbins | 20 Jan 2025 | 19 Jan 2029 | |
| Headteacher | Mrs Catherine Clubley | |||
| Staff Governor | Mrs Carly Kesterton | 16 Mar 2023 | 15 Mar 2027 | Health and Safety |
| Clerk to the Governors | Jane Hancox |
Register of Business and Pecuniary Interests 2025/26
If you are interested in joining the local governing body and would like more information, please visit Become a Governor or email governor@magnificat.org.uk