SPIRES FEDERATION GOVERNING BODY 

The Governors of  The Spires Federation are a group of volunteers who carry overall responsibility for the school. We comprise representatives from the local community, parents, and those who work at the schools. It is our job to act as “critical friends”, monitoring the life of the school, the delivery of the curriculum, and the finances which pay for it all. The full governing body meets six times a year,  where matters surrounding finance and personnel, curriculum and the buildings and site are all discussed. All the Governors feel a real sense of privilege at being part of The Spires Federation and enjoy working to make sure that the education provided for the children is the best it can be. Please take a read below and find out who are Governors are:

Andrew Hancy (Chair of Governors)

Andrew has a strong background within senior leadership positions within both the private and public sector. He is currently Head of Business Support Services for Lincolnshire County Council with responsibilities covering a wide area of administration, secretarial and financial support, in house apprenticeships, complaints, FOI, SARS and school administration support services.  Andrew is married and has 2 grown up children, a daughter and a son. In his spare time Andrew enjoys running and keeping busy renovating the Victorian farmhouse he lives in with his family.

Jill Chandar-Nair (Vice Chair of Governors)

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Mary Watson (Parent Governor)

I am a mum, a wife, a dog owner and an avid reader. I seek new experiences and skills. I became a governor to have a voice and to support our local school. To relax I read, sew and practice yoga.

Laura Douglas (Staff Governor)

Laura has over fifteen years of experience of working as a primary school teacher in Lincolnshire schools and is passionate about education. She has led a wide range of subjects, including English, Mathematics and Science and has experience of working as a Specialist Leader of Education (SLE) for Lead Equate Teaching School and as an Associate Facilitator for STEM Learning, delivering training to teachers and leaders across the county. Laura works as the Deputy Headteacher at Nocton Community Primary School and leads Mathematics for The Spires Federation. Laura is married with two primary aged children, a son and a daughter. In her spare time Laura enjoys time outdoors together with her family and loves going to the theatre.

 Jayne Carter

I am a School Effectiveness Advisor for The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust. Previous roles include supporting schools through my own independent consultancy business- Ignite Education Ltd as well as leading a Teaching School in Lincolnshire. I am really looking forward to being part of a governing body which celebrates, contributes & collaborates to improve outcomes for all the children, staff & families within The Spires Federation.

Andy Watson

I am married and a Father to our wonderful 7-year-old son. I am passionate about people having an environment where there is opportunity to develop and flourish.  In my spare time I enjoy running and also walking our very mischievous Golden Retriever. 

Julian Hurdman 

Hello, my name is Julian Hurdman, I have lived in Dunston for nearly two years and two of my Grandchildren go to St Peter’s. My interests include cycling, running, skiing, swimming, walking, making and growing things. I am most at home in the countryside particularly fields, mountains and forests. My interest in young people’s education has been lifelong. I am passionate about children acquiring skills of curiosity and understanding and developing an approach to learning which will equip them for the many challenges which they will encounter in their life. I taught secondary mathematic for thirty-eight years and have had the real delight in witnessing the progression of young people into mature and responsible adults. 

Clerk to Governors – Charlotte Tomlinson

(Vacancies as at 2021) – Co-opted x 2

The Instrument of Government (Updated in Academic Year 2021) states that the Governing Body shall consist of 12 Governors as follows:

2 Parent Governors  /  1 Headteacher  /  1 Staff  /  1 Local Authority  /  5 Co-opted Governors  /  2Foundation Governors

* Foundation Governors are appointed by the Diocese of Lincoln Board of Education, the Authority Governor is nominated by the Local Authority, Parent Governors are elected by the parent body and Staff Governors are elected by the staff body of the school.

** All Governors’ terms of office are 4 years.

 The Governing Body appointed Pay Committee in September 2020 – other appeals committees will be appointed as and when required.

The Full Governing Body ratifies decisions following recommendation from the committees/panel above (unless otherwise stated in School Policy/Terms of Reference/Scheme of Delegation), and all minutes are available by contacting the Clerk to the Governors with the exception of confidential minutes.

Spires Federation Governors

• Courtenay Walls ~ Headteacher
• Andrew Hancy (Chair)
• Jill Chandar-Nair 
• Jayne Carter
• Diana Davies - retired October 2021
• Laura Douglas
• Julian Hurdman
• Jason Robb
• Andy Watson(Vice Chair)
• Mary Watson