The role of the Local Governing Body (LGB) is to act as a ‘critical friend’ to the school: to support, to challenge, to ask questions, and ultimately, to ensure that pupils receive the best possible education. The LGB works in close partnership with the Headteacher, staff, Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust and the local authority. The headteacher is responsible for the day-to-day running of the school, while the LGB oversees strategic decisions.
If you are interested in becoming a school LGB Member, please check the Volunteering page for current vacancies.
| Name | LGB Member Role | Term of office start | Term of office end | Appointed by | Declaration of business and pecuniary interests | Type of interest | Date interested commenced |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jenny Wilks | Chair of LGB | 19/01/2023 | 26/01/2030 | Foundation LGB Member | None | N/A | N/A |
| Rob Harris | Executive Headteacher | 01/01/2023 | N/A | Ex-officio | Headteacher at Burchetts Green Infant School | Another ODST School | 01/09/2020 |
| Nikki Fisher | Link LGB Member for Finance | 11/11/2025 | 10/11/2029 | Community LGB Member | None | N/A | N/A |
| Caroline Keane | Link LGB Member for Safeguarding | 24/06/2025 | 23/06/2029 | Parent LGB Member | None | N/A | N/A |
| John Mckrell | Deputy Headteacher | 01/01/2023 | N/A | Co-Opted | None | N/A | N/A |
| Margaret Powell | Link LGB Member for SEND | 23/02/2023 | 22/02/2027 | Community LGB Member | None | N/A | N/A |
| Delia Sheppard | Ethos, SIAMS | 01/06/2024 | 31/05/2026 | Co-Opted | None | N/A | N/A |
| Juanita Engelbrecht | Staff LGB Member | 01/01/2026 | 31/12/2030 | Staff | None | N/A | N/A |
| Sarah Wallace | Link LGB Member for SEND | 30/06/2026 | 29/06/2030 | Community Govenor | None | N/A | N/A |
| Dawn Deykin | Governance Professional | 01/09/2026 | N/A | ODST Employee |
| Name | Category | Committee/Roles | Start of Term | End of Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rozia Ahmed | Parent LGB Member | Link Governor for Health and Safety | 03/02/23 | 31/08/26 |
Dear God,
We seek your blessing and support in all the responsibilities we bear as Governors of this school. May we reach our decisions prompted by a desire to serve. Grant us wisdom and understanding; of our school, our community and ourselves. Watch over the children and staff of this school so that it may flourish according to your will.
Amen