Our Governing Body
The Governing Body is responsible for ensuring that the school is run both efficiently and effectively by the Headteacher and her staff, as well as shaping the strategic direction of the school. The Governing Body comprises of Governors (each of which has a 4-year term of office) and the Headteacher (in an ex officio capacity). The Full Governing Body meets six times per year (on a half-termly basis). In between these meetings, Governors are typically involved in visiting the school to monitor particular areas and engage in broader school life and events.
The Governors take a full and active role in the writing of the School Development Plan and are committed to the continuing success of the school. Each Governor, with the exception of the Headteacher, is appointed, or elected, for a four-year term of office.
Each Governor links to a specific area of the school and meets with its leader throughout the year and specifically at Link-Governor meetings.
From 1st September 2022, the Buglawton Governing Body has implemented a Circle structure of governance and holds six Full Governing Body meetings each academic year (one every half-term). The Pay committee meets annually during each autumn term. There are additional adhoc committees when needed (Exclusions, Complaints, Grievance).
Interested in joining the Governing Body?
If you are interested in joining our school's Governing Body, then please contact the Chair of Governors for further information.
The Chair of the Governing Body can be contacted either via the school office or by email: [email protected]
Governor Meetings 2026-27
Thursday 15th October 2026 Thursday 10th December 2026 Thursday 4th March 2027
Thursday 20th May 2027 Thursday 8th July 2027
Members of the Governing Body 2025-26
Mrs Libby Banks Co-opted Governor 13th December 2025 12th December 2027 SEND Link
Mr George Hayes Co-opted Governor 17th March 2023 16th March 2027 Chair
Miss Alison Kennerley Headteacher
Mrs Gaynor Lynch Associate Member School Business Manager
Miss Rachael McAvoy Associate Member Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Rowan McLeod Parent Governor 11th October 2024 10th October 2028 Safeguarding Link
Mr Tom Bourne Parent Governor 14th October 2026 13th October 2030
Mr Aidan Ross Staff Governor 11th October 2025 10th October 2029
Mrs Rhiannon Terry Co-opted Governor 10th October 2024 9th October 2028 Vice Chair and Pupil Premium Link
Meet the Governing Body
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George Hayes |
George is a previous pupil of Buglawton Primary School, who then went on to Eaton Bank School. After concluding his A Levels, George has since been an elected member of Congleton Town Council (since 2011) and Cheshire East Council (since 2015), representing Congleton. In addition to being involved in school governance at Buglawton Primary School, George has previous experience of being a governor and Chair of Governors at two other local schools as well as supporting improvements in school governance at other schools within Cheshire East. George was proud to be elected as Mayor of Congleton in 2013-14 and has previously undertaken the role of Cabinet Member for Children, Schools and Families at Cheshire East Council. More recently, George undertakes the role of Strategic Lead for Governance working for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Council – supporting schools across these areas to improve their school governance. |
| Libby Banks |
Work Libby's early working career was in law and property but more recently she has worked in a supporting role for parents of children with SEND. She has trained with the Council for Disabled Children to provide independent support to parents who are embarking on the journey of obtaining an EHCP (Education Healthcare Plan) for their child. Libby has also worked with a not-for-profit organisation in the production and delivery of a book and training programme in schools and colleges and in the workplace for helping children and adults to better understand their mental health and to practice self-regulation. Libby has enjoyed this area of work immensely and found it very satisfying to see the positive outcomes of having a ‘Toolbox for your Brainbox’ saying that whilst these practices can be amazingly simple to implement the outcomes can be huge. Hobbies and interests Libby loves to take my labradoodle on long walks and enjoys the countryside. She enjoys reading and is a member of a few book clubs. Libby loves a bit of musical theatre and enjoys watching a show. But most of all she enjoys spending quality time with loved ones. Links to the school and local area Libby has been involved with the school for many years since 2012: she was an active member of the PTA while her children attended Buglawton and spent 5 years as the Chair of the pre-school prior to that. It has been lovely to be part of so many summer and Christmas fairs, sports days, and trips. In the wider community, Libby has been involved with Visyon children’s mental health and wellbeing charity and organised fundraising events for them. Libby has during her time with them undertaken mental health and wellbeing training, and safeguarding training. She is a trained mental health first aider. She has experience in prioritising the needs of vulnerable children, risk assessment and safeguarding, and people management. Reasons for becoming a governor Libby first became a parent governor at the school several years ago when her daughters attended the school and have now returned as a co-opted governor. Libby believes that every child should have the right to a good education and to feel safe and happy at school. Libby understands that all children are different, all adults are different, and that our differences should be embraced and celebrated. She believes that Buglawton is a school that really nurtures its pupils and encourages everyone to be the best that they can be. |
| Rowan McLeod |
To follow |
| Rhiannon Terry |
Rhiannon Terry has worked in education for over 10 years as a School Support Manager and Governance Professional. She has a professional background in finance with AAT qualifications, and holds Level 4 School Business Manager qualifications, along with Data Protection Officer Certification. She is currently in the post of Governance, Compliance, and Innovation Lead for The Talentum Learning Trust, but will be moving to Director of Corporate Affairs and Governance for the Greenheart Learning Partnership in November 2025. In her role, she drives internal change and improvement across the Trust by oversight, management and support of all aspects of governance, compliance and data protection regulation. She ensures a cohesive approach to internal systems, processes and the developing ICT infrastructure. |