Derek Sansom - Chair of Governors

Aged 52 recently taking early retirement from HSBC/Midland Bank after almost 34 years employment with last position being Branch manager at the Boldmere Branch.

I joined Boldmere Junior School Governing Body in June 1997. After 'learning the basics' I became Chair in September 1998. Since then I have enjoyed the position feeling more part of the school. During this period Ofsted and Birmingham LEA Audits have proved the strength of the school.

Jill Boden - Clerk to the Board of Governors

I enjoy my role because the group works towards maintaining and improving opportunities for children in the Boldmere area.

Having had a 25 year career in education it is so rewarding to be involved in such a happy and successful school with such a committed and supportive staff.

Julie Jemson

Married with two children, one child in year 5 and one child in year 2.

As a school governor I sit on various committees including; finance and staffing to site maintenance. My other role is that of the special needs governor, a position that brings me into direct contact with the children. I have watched classes and seen how children with special needs are helped and been overwhelmed by the children's ability to work alongside in a supportive role with their peers who may have a special need. Each term I spent time with Miss Little, the senco or teacher, whose role is to co-ordinaate and ascertain the needs of each individual child. Along with all the teachers I attend meetings from outside agencies in order to gain knowledge about various conditions and learning problems children may encounter.

Maureen Cornish

I became a governor for Boldmere Junior School twelve months ago. My year has been extremely interesting. Particularly my time on the curriculum committee.

The children are a terrific group and standards are excellent. Communication between Governors, Staff, Parents and Children is second to none.

Anne Darby

I have been a governor for many years, each time I come to the end of my term I am persuaded to stay on. I never cease to be impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment of the staff. I am delighted to remain involved.

Simon Holmes

I wanted to be a Governor at Boldmere Junior School as I have lived in the area all my life (I went to Boldmere Secondary School) I am on the Sites and Curriculum Committees and have only just started.

I have enjoyed my time so far as the rest of the Governors are a friendly bunch and we are achieving a lot!!

Paul Boden

As a LEA Governor I believe it important to be involved in the community and Boldmere Junior School is a perfect example of a school with dedicated staff committed to raising standards of all the children.

The level of communication between staff and governors is excellent and there is an open and friendly atmosphere at all Governors meetings. There are exciting plans for the future and I am pleased to be a part of this school.

Pauline Brown

I was rather worried about becoming a School Governor. I wasn't sure what it entailed and I was uncertain as to whether I would be of any help.

Fortunately the school is so well run, by Diana and the teachers, that instead of a worry it has been a joy to come to the meetings and to see what individual teachers do. Also I love to see the work that the very talented pupils have done and which is displayed on the walls etc...

Stuart Johnson

I have been a school governor for 3 years. I am a parent governor, I have one child at Boldmere Junior School. During my time as a governor I have been able to take part in a number of different roles and at present I hold the position of Vice Chair.

It has been a very interesting 3 years and I have learnt alot about how the school is run. I feel that being a parent governor helps me play an important part in the education of my child instead of just being a 'normal' parent