Academy Governors

The role of The Local Governing Body:

  • Decide what is taught

  • Set standards of behaviour

  • Interview & select staff

  • Decide how the budget is spent

In addition The Local Governing Body have a responsibility to assist the academy in ensuring high standards of achievement for all pupils exist at all times.

They hold the Head of School to account for the educational performance of the academy and its pupils.

They also oversee the financial performance of the academy, making sure money is well spent.

The Chair of our Local Governing Body is Martin Oldknow and he can be contacted through the main office on 01405 812693

Further information:

Contact – Martin Oldknow (Chair of Governors)

01405 812693/ ml-admin@vennacademy.org

      • Paper copies of documents & policies are available upon request from the school office.

      What is your favourite subject and why? –
      “Maths because I love numbers and adding.”

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      What is the best thing you have done in school?
      “I enjoy the school trips to the museum so I can learn.”

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      What would you say to a child who is worried about joining this school?
      “Be yourself. It’s a great school and you’ll fit in.”

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      What is the best thing you have done in school?
      “I love the school trips and when we go to the church to sing.”

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      What do you like about the teachers?
      “They tell jokes and help us learn.”

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      What do you like about the teachers?
      “They are helpful and kind.”

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      What is the best thing you have done in school?
      “Everything. I enjoy every single second of school.”

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      What is the best thing you have done in school?
      “I really enjoy playing for the school football team.”

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      What is your favourite subject and why?
      “Art because it calms me down and it’s great fun.”

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      What do you like about the teachers?
      “They make me feel safe.”

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      What is your favourite subject and why?
      “English because I love writing stories and poems.”

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      What is your favourite subject and why?
      “Topic and Art are my favourite lessons because they push me to my limits and are fun.”

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      What is your favourite subject and why?
      “Art because I like drawing and sometimes my work goes on the wall.”

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      What is your favourite subject and why? –
      “I love P.E. because I am a real sports person and enjoy being creative.”

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      What would you say to a child who is worried about joining this school?
      “We will look after you and help you.”

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      What is the best thing you have done in school?
      “The best thing I’ve done at school was going to William’s Den and building my own den.”

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