Our Governors

Role of the Governors

It is the Headteacher and the school team that manages the school and the Governing Body that provides support, leadership and direction. There are governors representing all stakeholders including parents, staff, the local authority and the community. The governing body meet termly with 2 further committees meeting every half term. Our Resource and Management Committee is responsible for ensuring the finances, including staffing are appropriately used whilst our Teaching and Learning committee is responsible for the quality of the education provision for the children in the school.

All governors work with the school and none have declared any business or financial interests that could conflict with their role. Governors can be contacted via the school office and we always welcome new parents or individuals interested in working to move our school forward.

Governors

Mrs Rosella Brennan

Co-opted Governor
Chair
Headteacher Performance Management Governor
Leadership and Management Governor
Teaching and learning Governor
Pupil Discipline Committee

Appointed by: Governing Board
Term of office: 20 May 2024 - 19 May 2028
Declaration of interests: (none)

As Chair of the Governing Board at Willenhall Community Primary School, I, along with my co-governors, provide strategic leadership, oversight, and support to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We work closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to set clear direction, monitor performance, and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, curriculum quality, and financial stewardship.

Drawing on my experience in leading large, complex teams and managing significant organisational change within the education sector, I bring a strong focus on accountability, continuous improvement, and collaborative problem-solving.

I am deeply committed to ensuring that Willenhall Community Primary School continues to be a safe, inclusive, and aspirational environment where pupils, staff, and families feel valued and supported.

Attendance:

2024				2025
28 Sep	19 Oct	16 Nov	14 Dec	25 Jan	29 Feb	21 Mar	16 May	13 Jun	11 Jul

Mrs Kate Thompson

Co-opted Governor
Vice Chair
Quality of Education
Pupil Discipline Committee

Appointed by:
Term of office: 21 Sep 2022 - 20 Sep 2026
Declaration of interests: (none)

Mrs Jenny McLean

Headteacher Governor (Ex Officio)

Appointed by:
Declaration of interests: (none)

Mr Paul Cowley

Local Authority Governor
SEND Governor
Pupil Discipline Committee

Appointed by:
Term of office: 29 Sep 2021 - 28 Sep 2025
Declaration of interests: (none)

I am a governor because I am a believer in high standard education and by doing Governance to try and protect Funding from central and local Government. I am a strong advocate in working with. All areas of the School operational procedures and assistance in the development of this great school and Staff team

Mrs Leigh Tovey

Co-opted Governor
Chair of Performance & Standards
EYFS Governor
Pupil Premium and LAC
Pay Committee

Appointed by:
Term of office: 30 Jun 2022 - 29 Jun 2026
Declaration of interests: (none)

Mr Yusuf Abdulmalik

Parent Governor

Appointed by:
Term of office: 8 Mar 2024 - 7 Mar 2028
Declaration of interests: (none)

Abdulmalik Yusuf is a Lead Engineer at Jaguar Land Rover Limited, focused on advanced electric vehicle technologies. He brings strong analytical and problem-solving expertise to his role and is committed to promoting STEM, innovation and sustainability. As a governor, Abdulmalik is dedicated to supporting high standards in education and fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

Mrs Sam Dewes

Staff Governor

Appointed by:
Term of office: 7 Nov 2024 - 6 Nov 2028
Declaration of interests: (none)

Governors who have left office

Mrs Deborah Austin

Co-opted Governor
Headteacher Performance Management Governor
Looked After Children Governor for the Federation
Safeguarding (inc e-safety) for the Federation
Pay Committee for Federation

Appointed by:
Term of office: 1 Jul 2022 - 20 Dec 2024
Declaration of interests: (none)

Mrs Mandy Chapman

Associate Member
SEND Governor

Appointed by:
Term of office: 29 Mar 2022 - 5 Mar 2024
Declaration of interests: (none)

Attendance key:	Y	=	attended
	N	=	apologies accepted
	NA	=	apologies not accepted
	NS	=	no apologies sent
	?	=	attendance not marked
		=	not required
	CA	=	consent for absence
	–	=	not applicable

The School Governance (Roles, Procedures and Allowances) (England) Regulations 2013
Roles of the Governing Body and Head Teacher

National Governance Association
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Governance responsibilities, activities & eligibility