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Hove Junior School

Portland Road & Holland Road

"There is strong evidence of good systemic leadership and an aspirational culture, supporting strong outcomes for pupils and in raising standards for disadvantaged and SEND pupils" - Ofsted, February 2020

Governors

Meet our governors

At Hove Learning Federation, our team of school governors plays a vital role in shaping the success of our schools.

Governing boards form part of the leadership team of the school, they set the strategic vision, provide support and challenge to ensure the best possible learning environment for every child and oversee the school’s financial performance.

Our governors come from diverse backgrounds, bringing expertise and a commitment to education that strengthens our community. They work voluntarily, giving their time and skills to help the school thrive.

Meet our Governors here.

Our governing body is organised into committees, each focused on a key aspect of the school’s development and performance.

Our committees are:

Full Governing Board: Meets 6 times per year.

Finance and Leadership: Oversees the school’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability and responsible spending. Agrees strategic targets for relevant sections of the School Development Plan. Meets 3 times per year.

Curriculum and Inclusion: Monitors academic progress, curriculum development, and student outcomes to maintain high educational standards. Agree strategic targets for relevant sections of the School Development Plan. Meets 3 times per year.

Safeguarding: Ensures the safety, welfare, and mental health support of pupils and staff. Meets 3 times per year.

Pay committee: Meets 3 times per year.

Each committee is chaired by a governor who works closely with school leaders to drive improvement. By collaborating within these focused groups, our governors help the school thrive while ensuring transparency and accountability.

Governor Roles & Terms of Office:

Lisa Marshall

Chair, Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 10.09.2021-09.09.2025

Louise Wilkinson

Vice-Chair, Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 10.09.2021-09.09.2025

Maddie Southern

Executive Headteacher

Date of appointment: 01.09.2015

Anne-Marie Williamson

Parent Governor

Term of office: 10.09.2021-09.09.2025

Sarra Lee

Parent Governor

Term of office: 02.07.2024-03.07.2028

Dr. David Karp, FHEA

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 10.09.2021-09.09.2025

Lorna Cummings

Staff Governor & HJS Head of School (Holland Road)

Term of office: 10.09.2021-09.09.2025

Abby Hedger-Jones

Associate Member

Term of office: 06.09.2022-05.09.2026

Marcel Armour

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 11.07.2023-10.07.2027

Emer Gardener

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 13.12.2022-12.12.2026

Alex Scott

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 01.04.2025-31.3.2029

Sam Self

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 01.04.2025-31.3.2029

Katie Kershaw

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 01.04.2025-31.3.2029

Oyinkolade Akinleye

Co-opted Governor

Term of office: 01.04.2025-31.3.2029

Governors who have stepped down/terms of office expired from the Hove Learning Federation in the last 12 months:

Name of Governor

Type of Governor

Date ended

Reason

Ben Massey Co-opted 02.07.2024 Resigned
Barbara Bush Co-opted 02.07.2024 Resigned
Jo Corbbett Co-opted 02.07.2024 Resigned
Ella Livingstone-Greer Co-opted   16.09.2024 Resigned
Niamh O'Shea Associate Member  01.12.2024 Resigned
Sam Ledger Associate Member  01.12.2024 Resigned
Nick Jefferson Chair of Governors, Co-opted Governor 13.01.2025 Resigned

Enquiries for the Hove Learning Federation Governing Body can be directed to the Senior Clerks to Governors,  at clerk@hovelearningfederation.brighton-hove.sch.uk