Governors

The separate governing bodies of Tibberton CE Primary School & St Lawrence CE Primary School agreed in July 2019 that the two schools would become the Tibberton CE Primary School & St Lawrence CE Primary School Federation.  Each setting has a Headteacher and they work in partnership to share resources and best practice to give all the children the best possible start in their educational life. Both schools have kept their separate names and identities, and each has a headteacher, but they work in partnership to share resources and best practice to give all the children the best possible start in their educational life. There is an overarching Executive Head who oversees both sites in an executive leadership capacity.

 You can read more documents relating to our Governing body over on our Governance page:

Governance Page

All schools have a Governing Body. This Body is responsible for overseeing the strategic decisions and direction of the school whilst being a ‘critical friend’, offering support, constructive advice, a second opinion on proposals and help where needed, along with challenge, questions, and ideas to so arrive at the best solution for the pupils, staff and whole school community.

Our Governing Body works in close partnership with the Executive Head teacher, staff at both schools, Church and the Local Authority. Whilst the Head teacher is responsible for the day to day running of the school, the governors are involved with monitoring the curriculum, health and safety management, safe guarding, school buildings and finance. It ensures the school functions well and maintains the proper range of academic and social objectives. The Governing Body works as a team with shared responsibilities.

Governors never make decisions on their own, nor do they act as individuals. Membership of the Governing Body includes parents, school staff, representatives from the local community including the Church and the Local Authority. The Full Governing Body meets twice a term: first to set the activities for that term and secondly to review the progress and impact of those activities.

In September 2019, we reconstituted the Governing Body in line with the new DfE regulations. The Federated body requires 13 Governors of which 1 is a LA Governor, 2 Parent Governors (One from each School), 2 Staff Governors, 5 Co-opted Governors and 3 Foundation Governors, appointed by the Lichfield Diocese.

Governors are appointed for a four year period of office and are from a wide range of professions to bring expertise to the leadership and management of our school. If you are interested in becoming a governor or finding out more about the role, please contact Mrs Rebecca Nash, Executive Headteacher, on 01952 387790.
As a Governing Body we work alongside the Executive Headteacher and Head of School to ensure that our children have the best education possible, within the safest environment to achieve the best that they possibly can.

Should you wish to speak to any member of the Governing Body about our role in more detail, or wish to discuss an aspect of St Lawrence CE School then we can be contacted via reception at the school.

We will be only too happy to talk to you.

The Tibberton and St. Lawrence CE Federation Governing Body

 Mrs Rebecca Nash
 Executive Headteacher, Ex-Officio

After qualifying in Law and French (LLB Hons) from Dundee University, I realised that wasn’t the route my life should take. I decided to study for my PGCE in the West Midlands and have never regretted the move into teaching, or into this part of the country. I have been very fortunate to be part of three wonderful and varied schools across two different local authorities before joining Tibberton and St Lawrence in January 2021.

I believe that all children have a special contribution they can make not only to our schools but to our world. I am passionate about improving opportunities for each and every member of the school communities I serve, and it is an honour to work with a group of such dedicated and professional people in fulfilling this aim.

Rev Helen Morby
Foundation ( Vice Chair) – ex-officio

I am Rector of All Saints Church, Tibberton along with five other churches in this area and have been here since July 2018.  As Rector I am ex-officio Foundation Governor and it is a pleasure for me to serve Tibberton CE Primary School & St Lawrence CE Primary School in this role. Previous to this I have been a governor in Shropshire for six years and in Widnes for 8 years previous to that.  I have also served as Chair of Governors for three years.

 Mrs Rebecca Devlin 
 Parent Governor (Elected) – Term of office end date: 08.02.2025

Mr Craig Battrick
Staff Governor – Term of office end date: 31.08.2025

After a successful career in retail management, I entered the teaching profession in 2009 with a PGCE from Manchester Metropolitan University, gaining a PG Diploma two years later. My teaching career began in Staffordshire and Stoke LAs and since then I have taught in all year groups throughout KS1 and 2. I have been part of a Senior Leadership Team for almost ten years now and with a background in English, I am also an accredited practitioner for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Having gained great experience as a curriculum lead within a large Multi-Academy Trust, I recently joined a dedicated team with the Tibberton and St. Lawrence Primary School Federation as Head of School at Tibberton. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a group of practitioners, parents and governors committed to ensure that our pupils can strive to achieve the very best and know that ‘With God, anything is possible’.

Mr Amandeep Johal
Parent Governor (Elected)- Term of office end date: 03.09.2026

I put myself forward to being a parent governor as I have an immense passion for education.  I have been in education for 20 years with various roles from support, teaching to management.  I am hoping to bring that experience and knowledge to the school and effectively help the school to go forward.

I am sure I can speak for most parents that we want our children to have a safe environment, enriched education and to enjoy school life. I want all parents/guardians to be able to approach me and have our voices heard. I look forward to working with the staff and wider community.                                                                                          

Mrs Caroline Sands

 Co-Chair: Co-opted – Term of office end date: 12.09.2025

Hi I’m Caroline Sands, a retired qualified Accountant. I retired in 2020 after working in Industry for 39 years. My strengths are in finance and related subjects, and people skills, having managed large and small teams over my years in industry. I’m a keen Gardner and animal lover, and enjoy walking my 3 dogs. I’m keen to utilise the skills I have further, to help the development of the school federation.

Mrs Marie Matthews

Foundation Governor- Term of office end date: 14th November 2027

After beginning my career working in credit management, I moved into the teaching profession in 1991 with a B.Ed. from Manchester Metropolitan University. I spent the remainder of my career in Berkshire & Buckinghamshire secondary schools where I taught ICT, Business Studies, Economics & Careers up to middle leadership, gaining much experience as a curriculum leader and associate SLT member. Having recently retired to Shropshire, I remain interested in the development of schoolchildren and I look forward to applying skills gained in over 30 years as a teacher as I join the governing body of the Tibberton CE Primary School & St Lawrence CE Primary School Federation.

Mr Timothy Goode

Co-Chair: Foundation Governor- Term of Office end date: 1st May 2028