Saltwood Church of England Primary School

SaltwoodChurch of England Primary SchoolLove, Creativity and Strength

Our Federation Governing Body

The governing body is responsible for making sure each of our schools improve every year. It sets the direction and makes sure the schools are meeting their targets, whilst allowing the headteacher and teaching professionals to manage the school on a day-to-day basis.

Liz Chapman – Chair – Local Authority Governor

Leigh Cavanagh – Vice Chair - Foundation

Martin Thomas – Acting Headteacher (Saltwood) - ex officio

Mary Stephen - Acting Headteacher (Bodsham) - ex officio

Emily Clements – Foundation

Professor Berkeley Hill – Foundation

Reverend Barry Knott – Foundation - ex-officio

Reverend Lorraine Lawrence – Foundation

Kirsteen Denver-Fedder - Foundation Governor

Mark Watkins – Saltwood - Parent Governor

Freddie Wells – Staff Governor

Samantha Thompsett - Bodsham - Parent Governor

Rebecca Smith - Co-opted Governor

Samantha Slee – Foundation

Joyce Rhodes – Co-opted Governor

 

Helen Curran – Clerk to the Governors

Click here for a full list of Governor roles, responsibilities and attendance

 

Minutes of Full Governing Body Meetings 2025-26

 

Minutes of Full Governing Body Meetings 2024-25

 Minutes of Full Governing Body Meetings 2023-2

Minutes of Full Governing Body Meetings 2023-24

 

 
Financial Declarations

There are no members of staff who earn more than £100,000

 

Diversity Statement

In our Federation we celebrate the uniqueness of every child and adult in our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported to flourish. Guided by our Christian vision and values, we embrace diversity in all its forms and work together to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging, dignity, and purpose.