The Current Governing Board

The Governing Board  

Name

Date of Appointment

Mrs C Fitzsimmons* (Academy Governor) - Chair 01/08/2023
Mr P Carden* (Parent Governor) - Vice Chair 21/10/2021
Rev T Brown* (Academy Governor) 06/12/2021
Ms D Francis (Academy Governor) 03/12/2022
Mrs N Glover (Parent Governor) 21/10/2021
Mr C Graham* (Parent Governor) 21/10/2021
Mr L Hastings (Academy Governor) 07/01/2022
Mr D Owen (Staff Governor) 06/02/2020
Mr J Robins* (Academy Governor) 20/03/2021
Mrs L Rooney (Parent Governor) 04/03/2022
Mrs C Taylor-Millward (Academy Governor) 05/11/2022
Mr A Weaver (Ex Officio) 01/09/2018
Mrs R Wright (Staff Governor) 07/01/2022
Clerk to the Governors: Mrs J Hampton  

 

*Members of The Sandon School Academy Trust


Governors who left the board during the current or previous academic year are as follows:

Mr S Wadwell (Staff Governor), appointed 17/05/2019, resigned 11/11/2021
Mr C Hodges (Academy Governor), appointed 01/08/2019, resigned 31/07/2022
Mr D Roberston (Academy Governor), appointed 01/08/2019, resigned 31/07/2022
Mrs A Whelpdale (Academy Governor), appointed 01/08/2019, resigned 31/07/2022

Changes to the Members of The Sandon School Academy Trust during the previous and current academic years are as follows:

Mr C Hodges resigned 31/07/2022
Mr D Robertson resigned 31/07/2022
Mrs A Whelpdale resigned 31/07/2022
Mr J Robins appointed 01/08/2022
Mr P Carden appointed 05/12/2022
Mr C Graham appointed 05/12/2022

Members of The Sandon School Academy Trust are nominated and appointed by the Governors.  Academy Governors are appointed by the Members.  Staff and Parent Governors are elected by the staff and parents respectively, unless otherwise stated, and their appointments are ratified by the Members.  The term of office for all categories is four years, except for the Headteacher who shall remain a Governor for as long as he is Headteacher.

If you wish to contact the Chair of Governors please do so c/o The Clerk to the Governors, The Sandon School, Molrams Lane, Chelmsford, Essex by telephone 01245 473611 or by email jhm@sandon.essex.sch.uk.

 

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@TheSandonSchool - October 3

@TheSandonSchool - October 3
Year 12 students taking the opportunity for a live broadcast with Levi Roots to benefit form his his inspirational and motivational ideas. The session was organised by . pic.twitter.com/M9vZojH2ac— The Sandon School () October 3, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - October 3

@TheSandonSchool - October 3
All Year 12 students attended a study skills workshop to help with the academic transition from GCSEs to A Levels. Some brilliant techniques were shared. We now look forward to seeing them in practice. pic.twitter.com/CXIP9tYHes— The Sandon School () October 3, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - October 2

@TheSandonSchool - October 2
Meet our Y7 & Y8 Anti-Bullying Ambassadors. These students completed training with . They are now confident at dealing with bullying incidents by being able to offer guidance & advice. They will also be integral to creating a student-friendly anti-bullying policy. pic.twitter.com/7xzccVaoyc— The Sandon School () October 2, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 29

@TheSandonSchool - September 29
Year 13 History & Politics students attended a trip to Victoria Palace Theatre in London to see a production of Hamilton. It was an amazing show and got a really positive reception from the students, who were fantastic during the whole trip. pic.twitter.com/0onKshCs7O— The Sandon School () September 29, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 29

@TheSandonSchool - September 29
This week Y9 had the chance to watch a live production by the Safer Essex Roads Partnership. They learned about the dangers surrounding road safety and being a responsible passenger. The students really enjoyed it & took an active part in the questions & quiz round. pic.twitter.com/pP6w7JUNjH— The Sandon School () September 29, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 29

@TheSandonSchool - September 29
Come & join us on the 5th October so we can show you around The Sandon School. We are ready to showcase our impressive facilities & curriculum, & the exciting activities we have lined up for the evening. Headteacher Mr Weaver will be hosting talks at 5:45pm and 6:45pm. pic.twitter.com/gWT3vsGDqN— The Sandon School () September 29, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 28

@TheSandonSchool - September 28
Yesterday, Y11 English students went to a performance of Macbeth. They toured the theatre, visited the exhibition centre &,after lunch, watched a live performance of the play which made for fascinating viewing. Their behaviour was exemplary; they were a credit to the school. pic.twitter.com/hOYreecPiQ— The Sandon School () September 28, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 25

@TheSandonSchool - September 25
Sixth Form Business & Economics students from Sandon were a captured & engaged audience in the presentation by Stuart Watson from the Bank of England. They learned about the role of the bank in the current economic climate & Stuart's own career path into banking. pic.twitter.com/xeISMIoqrF— The Sandon School () September 25, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 22

@TheSandonSchool - September 22
Why not take part? Music is good for the soul! pic.twitter.com/3RL4uyKX0d— The Sandon School () September 22, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 20

@TheSandonSchool - September 20
Congratulations to 7B1 for earning the most housepoints during SMART START. Points were awarded to students for being visibly Supportive, Motivated, Ambitious, Respectful & Trustworthy. pic.twitter.com/L0JOhvFtST— The Sandon School () September 20, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 19

@TheSandonSchool - September 19
School Alumna Mary Bradley returned on Friday to speak to Y11, Y12 & Y13 Drama students about her university experiences so far, the application & audition process, & possible Performing Arts courses after leaving school. pic.twitter.com/Z86jCMn8kL— The Sandon School () September 19, 2023
@TheSandonSchool - September 18
The Sandon School is now offering school tours to prospective Y7 students & parents. https://t.co/VEouQitzWg— The Sandon School () September 18, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 15

@TheSandonSchool - September 15
Y11 recently watched Dead End, a production about road safety from the perspective of both driver & passenger. It explored the consequences of Road Traffic Incidents with a subsquent workshop for students to consider what they had seen & think about real life behaviour changes. pic.twitter.com/ziB38APHjy— The Sandon School () September 15, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 15

@TheSandonSchool - September 15
In order to practise our interview techniques, 7R1 undertook a mission to recruit new spies in English this week. We are studying 'Stormbreaker' in English, giving Year 7 a chance to let imaginations run wild in the school garden. pic.twitter.com/W83pkL3Y0R— The Sandon School () September 15, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 12

@TheSandonSchool - September 12
pic.twitter.com/MRVCjlaBrv— The Sandon School () September 12, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 11

@TheSandonSchool - September 11
.....and the final totals are in! Last year, Sandon Students raised just under £4000 for their house charities with a variety of fun events, including the end of year Charity Fete. Blake House raised the most overall, but it was very close between all the houses. pic.twitter.com/0vfQpSxd1c— The Sandon School () September 11, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 6

@TheSandonSchool - September 6
Year 7 students began their career at The Sandon School yesterday with a treasure hunt around the school. It wasn't easy, so well done to all who persevered. pic.twitter.com/VYAaJmEeOG— The Sandon School () September 6, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 5

@TheSandonSchool - September 5
Today we are excited to see our new Year 7 students & their new Head of Year, Miss Jones. pic.twitter.com/3uikqUUute— The Sandon School () September 5, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - September 1

@TheSandonSchool - September 1
We look forward to welcoming our new Years 7 & 12 on Tuesday, & everyone else on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/v3mibj5CAr— The Sandon School () September 1, 2023

@TheSandonSchool - August 24

@TheSandonSchool - August 24
Congratulations to our Year 11 students for a great set of results. pic.twitter.com/d7ZB2w2rHE— The Sandon School () August 24, 2023
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