Governance
St George’s Church of England Primary School is committed to a high quality of education for all its pupil in an atmosphere of nurture and care. As part of the Birmingham Diocese Multi-Academy Trust we work with the trust board to ensure that our school community experiences ‘life in its fullness’ John 10:10.
Members of the Local Academy Board (LAB) undertake various roles as you will see from the details below. The board meets formally each half term and you will also see members around the school at various times.
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Meet our Governors
Mrs L. Graham
Chair of Local Academy Board
I have been involved in education the whole of my working life. I started in a middle school before moving on to a girls’ secondary school teaching mainstream children who had special educational needs. I made the move as a senior teacher to a large co-ed school in Lichfield where I became Learning Support Coordinator and was in charge of creating a fully inclusive environment for pupils with a wide range of needs. In addition, I provided training for Staffordshire, helped develop and implement the Inclusion Quality Mark and was involved in curriculum development for the QCA.
Since retiring I have undertaken SEN consultancy along with becoming a governor at St George’s CE Primary, Edgbaston. My interests are travel, reading, cross-stitch family and local history along with watching West Brom!
My aspiration is to help and support our school in maintaining its Christian ethos along with providing the very best education for all of our children.
Father Gibson
Vice Chair of Local Academy Board
I am Vicar of St George’s Edgbaston and a parent of children at the school. I hold a PhD from the University of Birmingham and before I was ordained I worked as an academic researcher. I have a particular interest in lifelong education as I teach theology to ministers across the diocese. As parish priest my role is to help St George’s School flourish spiritually. I lead collective worship and am available for pastoral care of pupils, families, and staff – of all faiths and beliefs.
Mr. P. Manning
Governor
My name is Paul Manning and I have been a governor at St George’s for 14 of the past 16 years, both as a Parent Governor and now Foundation Governor. My 3 youngest children attended school here (the last until 2018) and as such, I have significant awareness of the life and work of the school from that perspective. I have a special interest in the issues and practice of how the school supports and develops the potential of students with Special Educational Needs; mainly because of the experiences and needs of one of my sons. Likewise, I have an interest in how the school can nurture and stretch the abilities and skills of high-performing students.
I was previously both Chair and Vice Chair of our Local Academy Board, so I bring that experience with me, alongside significant experience of personal life and professional skills, as a senior probation manager, to my role. I am keen to be part of the life of our St George’s community and the whole experience of my current and previous roles allows me a great opportunity to contribute to the opportunities, developments and challenges that the school faces.
My aspirations for our school’s children are that they grow physically, emotionally, academically and spiritually. I want them to remember their time at our school with pleasure and fond remembrance.
Ms. V. Slade
Parent Governor
I am the parent of two children at St George’s. Since my eldest child joined, I have been impressed by the way the school nurtures the whole child and emphasises personal growth alongside educational development. I firmly believe that we should support children to grow by providing them with fulfilling, fun and challenging experiences.
My biggest passion is history and sharing it with people. Learning about our own past, and the history of others, can forge connections with people across space and time. I am a museum curator and have worked in the heritage sector for over 20 years, encouraging visitors of all ages to be inquisitive and ask questions about the world around them. My museum career has enabled me to develop skills such as event planning, project management and problem solving. It has also given me a strong understanding of how learning can be enriched by experiences outside of the classroom. It is always a delight to see the wonder on a child’s face when they hold a museum artefact or encounter an artwork that captures their imagination. My aim as a governor is to support children to flourish while enjoying a fulfilling educational journey at St George’s.
Miss N. Joseph
Staff Governor
I am currently a Mid-Day Supervisor and also a parent at St George’s. I am originally from London but I have lived in Birmingham for 13 years. I have a welcoming, pleasant demeanour and I am adaptable, creative. I put a lot of heart into everything I do. I am an advocate for the children to excel in a safe environment surrounded by support, positive influences that will help them gain life skills for the future. I have a keen interest in all things related to elevating St. George’s higher in achievement as a school and as a part of the community. The welfare of the children is at the centre of all of my contributions as Governor.
Mrs. D. Fessey
Staff Governor
I am currently a teacher and Writing leader at St George’s Church of England Primary School. I have been at the school since 2018, first working in Year 3, then moving to Year 6. I am particularly passionate about English and providing children with the skills to give them the best start in life. I’m also keen to ensure that children are exposed to range of subjects and given opportunities to discover and unlock their potential in all areas.
My aspiration for St George’s Church of England Primary School is to maintain the love of learning our children have, to show our pupils that they can dream big and reach their goals.
Miss B. Gilbert
Governor
My name is Beth and I joined St George’s as a governor in the Summer of 2024. I have lived in Birmingham for nearly 10 years, including my time at the University of Birmingham studying for my degree in English and Drama.
I believe education should be holistic. I am passionate about amplifying the voices of children and young people, and believe that every child should be encouraged and supported to have high aspirations.
I have lots of experience working in the education and charity sector, and have experience working in schools in both an academic and pastoral capacity. I am also a regular worshipper at St George’s Church Edgbaston and work there as the Creative Schools Missioner. I currently run Saints here at school – it is an after-school space for Christian worship, creativity and fun.
In my spare time, I love reading and I am involved in a local theatre where I act and volunteer backstage.
Mrs M. Peters
Governor
I am a Parent Governor and parent at St. George’s with a passion for education, pupil wellbeing, and supporting positive outcomes for all children. As a public sector Project & Programme Support professional, I bring experience in governance, performance oversight, and constructive challenge to support effective decision-making.
I am particularly interested in inclusion, safeguarding, and creating a positive environment where every child feels supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. I value collaboration, integrity, and working alongside school leaders and the wider community to help the school continue to thrive.