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Please find below the latest letter from our Chair of Governors- Mr Phil Harrison
6th March 2025
6th March 2025
Dear Parents and Carers
Dear Parents and Carers
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to update you following the latest meeting of the Baldwins Gate CE Primary School Governing Body, which took place on Wednesday, 12th February.
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to update you following the latest meeting of the Baldwins Gate CE Primary School Governing Body, which took place on Wednesday, 12th February.
It was a productive meeting where we discussed several key areas, including statutory assessments, the school’s development plan, and financial planning. We were particularly pleased to welcome Sophie Barker as a new Parent Governor. Sophie brings a wealth of skills and experience to the role, and we are confident that she will be a valuable addition to the governing board.
It was a productive meeting where we discussed several key areas, including statutory assessments, the school’s development plan, and financial planning. We were particularly pleased to welcome Sophie Barker as a new Parent Governor. Sophie brings a wealth of skills and experience to the role, and we are confident that she will be a valuable addition to the governing board.
We also discussed ways to further enhance opportunities for pupils, particularly in recognising talents across a wider range of subjects. Governors are keen to ensure that children’s abilities in subjects such as art and PE are celebrated with us alongside academic achievements in English and Mathematics. The school leadership team is committed to continuing to provide a well-rounded and enriching curriculum for all pupils.
We also discussed ways to further enhance opportunities for pupils, particularly in recognising talents across a wider range of subjects. Governors are keen to ensure that children’s abilities in subjects such as art and PE are celebrated with us alongside academic achievements in English and Mathematics. The school leadership team is committed to continuing to provide a well-rounded and enriching curriculum for all pupils.
One significant decision taken by the Governors was to trial an earlier opening time for the Breakfast Club from September, with doors opening at 7:45 am. This change is dependent on securing additional funding, and we will update parents as soon as a final decision is made.
One significant decision taken by the Governors was to trial an earlier opening time for the Breakfast Club from September, with doors opening at 7:45 am. This change is dependent on securing additional funding, and we will update parents as soon as a final decision is made.
Another important area of discussion was the school’s financial position. It is reassuring to note that, due to an increase in nursery pupils and additional income from BUZZ Breakfast and After School Club, the school is in a positive position moving forward. A Finance Operations Committee will be formed in the summer term to ensure continued financial stability and careful planning for future investment in staffing and resources.
Another important area of discussion was the school’s financial position. It is reassuring to note that, due to an increase in nursery pupils and additional income from BUZZ Breakfast and After School Club, the school is in a positive position moving forward. A Finance Operations Committee will be formed in the summer term to ensure continued financial stability and careful planning for future investment in staffing and resources.
I also want to take this opportunity to personally thank Mrs. Lowndes for the professional and compassionate way she handled a sensitive incident at the end of the school day on Tuesday, 25th February, which involved the police. I was deeply disappointed to see this matter appear on the Stoke-on-Trent Live website, as the school took every step necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of the children and communicate with you in a fast moving situation.
I also want to take this opportunity to personally thank Mrs. Lowndes for the professional and compassionate way she handled a sensitive incident at the end of the school day on Tuesday, 25th February, which involved the police. I was deeply disappointed to see this matter appear on the Stoke-on-Trent Live website, as the school took every step necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of the children and communicate with you in a fast moving situation.
As a former Headteacher and Her Majesty’s Inspector of Schools, I want to assure you that I am unequivocal in my support for the school leadership team and the decisions they made in this situation. The safety of our children is at the heart of every action taken by school staff, and I have complete confidence that their response was appropriate and in the best interests of all pupils.
As a former Headteacher and Her Majesty’s Inspector of Schools, I want to assure you that I am unequivocal in my support for the school leadership team and the decisions they made in this situation. The safety of our children is at the heart of every action taken by school staff, and I have complete confidence that their response was appropriate and in the best interests of all pupils.
I encourage you to speak to Mrs. Lowndes when she is on the school gate, and I make every effort to stand alongside her when my schedule allows. If you have any questions or concerns, we are always happy to speak with you. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the children come into school in their World Book Day outfits this morning – thank you for the effort you go to in order to make this day so incredible!
I encourage you to speak to Mrs. Lowndes when she is on the school gate, and I make every effort to stand alongside her when my schedule allows. If you have any questions or concerns, we are always happy to speak with you. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the children come into school in their World Book Day outfits this morning – thank you for the effort you go to in order to make this day so incredible!
Thank you for your continued support in making Baldwins Gate CE Primary School a fantastic place for our children to learn and thrive.
Thank you for your continued support in making Baldwins Gate CE Primary School a fantastic place for our children to learn and thrive.
Best wishes
Best wishes
Phil Harrison
Phil Harrison
Chair of Governors
Chair of Governors
Baldwins Gate Primary School
Baldwins Gate Primary School
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