Our Governors
As part of Prestolee Multi Academy Trust, Springside Primary School has its own local governing board (LGB) with high levels of earned autonomy. This is outlined in the scheme of delegation that can be viewed here.
The role of the LGB is to:
- Help the Trust achieve its strategic objective:
The Trust of choice, for children, parents and educators. A community of practice, where everyone belongs, learns and succeeds. Where every child receives a first-class education and is prepared for a future of possibilities
- Have high aspirations and ensure every child succeeds
- Work strategically to provide the highest levels of challenge and support
- Ensure the school is the best it can be
- Meaningfully engage with stakeholders and be a champion for their children, families and community
Governance is supported by the Board of Trustees, details of which can be found here.
Further information about Governance, the role of the Board of Trustees, their attendance, and the register of interests can be viewed here.
Springside Primary Local Governing Board
Mrs Katherine Brooks
Community Governor
Appointed on: 21st May 2025
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 21.05.2025 – 20.05.2029
Mrs Joanne Clee
Community Governor
Appointed on: 13th July 2023
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 13.07.2023 – 12.07.2027
Mr Ben Connor
Staff Governor
Appointed on: 9th December 2024
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 09.12.2024 – 08.12.2028
Mr Rob Daniels
Parent Governor
Appointed on: 27th March 2023
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 27.03.2023 - 26.03.2027
Mrs Maria Edyvean
Parent Governor
Appointed on: 1st April 2025
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 01.04.2025 - 31.03.2029
Mrs Jean Hinkley
Community Governor
Appointed on: 1st September 2023
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 01.09.2023 - 31.08.2027
Mrs Margaret McDonald
Community Governor
Appointed on: 18th October 2024
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: 18.10.2024 - 17.10.2028
Miss Gill Thornicroft
Headteacher
Appointed on: Ex-officio
Appointed by: Prestolee Multi Academy Trust
Term of Office: Ex-officio
Historical Governors
| Name | Governor Type | First Appointed | From | To | Leaving Date |
| Michelle Pearson | Community governor | 1 Sep 2019 | 1 Sep 2023 | 31 Aug 2027 | 25 Jan 2025 |
| Sally Cowburn | Community governor | 1 Apr 2025 | 1 Apr 2025 | 31 Mar 2029 | 25 Apr 2025 |
Governor Attendance
Springside LGB Attendance 2024-2025
Springside LGB Attendance 2023-2024