Our Governors

The Governing Body Structure

The Governors are responsible for the effectiveness of the school. The Full Governing Body meets at least once a term and the committees more frequently. The committees cover Holistic Wellbeing and Support, Curriculum and Leaning and Resources and Environment. The minutes of all meetings are available from the office. To find out more about the governors please click on their individual biogs.

Foundation Governors Governor Biog

Mr George Streatfeild Chair Click here to view biog

Reverend Chris Grasske

Mrs Ellen Kingston Click here to view biog

Mr Martyn Pape Click here to view biog

Mrs Kate Ockenden

Mrs Chloe Battle

Parent Governors

Mr Lee Stork Vice Chair

Mrs Jane Knight

Headteacher

Mrs Emma Roberts Click here to view biog

Co-opted Governor

Mrs Lisa O'Keefe Click here to view biog

Staff Governor

Mrs Laura Swift Click here to view biog

Local Authority Governor

Mrs Sandra Conroy Click here to view biog

Associate Governor

Ms Charlie Francis-Pape Click here to view biog

Clerk

Mrs Jessica Teasdale, c/o Symondsbury CE VA Primary School

A word from the Governors

The governors, who have a wealth of experience between them, are firmly committed to ensuring that the highest standards of education are maintained throughout Symondsbury School. Governors are very much ‘hands on’ and play an active role in the the school and supporting the staff. The Governing Body is ambitious for the future and always striving to improve the already excellent facilities and resources. The Governors value and support the long-held reputation of Symondsbury School for providing a safe, happy and family orientated environment in which the children can learn and develop.

Code of Conduct 2025-26

Link Governor and Committee Membership 2025/26

Diversity Statement

Terms of Reference Resources & Environment Committee

Terms of Reference Holistic Wellbeing & Support Committee

Terms of Reference Curriculum and Learning Committee

Our Governors

Terms of Office

Governor Business Interests

Attendance Record

Summary of Training