Governors work together to provide an independent oversight of the management and operation of the Academy, with the aim of improving the quality of the education provided, raising standards and making decisions in the best interests of the Academy’s pupils, staff and wider community.

The Governing Body does not run the Academy or become involved with daily management; this is the job of the Principal and the leadership team. Governors help shape the aims and aspirations of the Academy, bringing a range of perspectives to all issues.

There are a number of key aspects to the work of the Governing Body. They set policies, establish the Academy development plan, ensure that public funds are spent appropriately and effectively, ensure statutory duties are complied with and provide rigorous accountability.

All Governors are volunteers who meet as a Full Governing Body at least four times a year.

The Governing Body of The Flitch Green Academy is comprised of:

• Chair of Governors: Sarah Dignasse
• Vice Chair of Governors: Katie Bailey

Elected Parent Governors:

• Alan Ellwood
• Jo Brooker

Community Governors:

• Katie Bailey
• James Bayley
• Katie Brown
• Carly Bucknell
• Sarah Dignasse
• Laura Lilley
• Adam Markham​​
• Alex Reed
• Katie Thomas

The Principal (Headteacher) of the Academy (ex-officio member):

• Sarah-Jane Pyne

Our governors can be contacted by emailing the Clerk on: beckypoynter@flitchgreen.net

Accounting Officer for The Flitch Green Academy Trust:

• Sarah-Jane Pyne

Chief Financial Officer for The Flitch Green Academy Trust (off payroll):

• Paul Griffiths

Key Documents:

• Managing Public Money
• A Framework for Governance
• Academy Trust Handbook
• Conflicts of Interest – A Guide for Charity Trusts
• Essential Financial Controls for Charities 
• The Essential Trustee – What you need to know
• Charities and Risk Management