Governing Body
The Local Governing Body at Holy Trinity Catholic Primary school currently consists of:
| Table Heading | Role | Term of Office |
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| Mrs Pauline Brooks | Chair of the Local Governing Body Foundation Governor Appointed by Birmingham Diocesan Education Service |
19 September 2022 to 17 September 2026 |
| Father Clive Dytor | Vice Chair Foundation Governor Appointed by Birmingham Diocesan Education Service |
14 July 2021 to 13 July 2025 |
| Mrs Marilena Kearns | Clerk to the Governors | |
| Mr Seby Viegas | Foundation Governor Appointed by Birmingham Diocesan Education Service |
6 October 2023 to 5 October 2027 |
| Mr David Bowers | Foundation Governor Appointed by Birmingham Diocesan Education Service |
28 June 2023 to 27 June 2027 |
| Mr Peter Nolan | Foundation Governor Appointed by Birmingham Diocesan Education Service |
6th October 2023 to 5th October 2027 |
| Mrs Jennifer Evans | Parent Governor Elected by Parents |
11 October 2024 to 10 October 2028 |
| Mr Josh Forde | Parent Governor Elected by Parents |
10 March 2025 to 9 March 2029 |
| Mr James Whybrow | Staff Governor Elected by Staff |
22 April 2025 to 22 April 2029 |
| Mrs Buchanan | Headteacher |
Meet the Governors
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Appointed by Foundation/Trust from 19 September 2022 to 17 September 2026 I am delighted to be the chairperson of the Governing Body at Holy Trinity Catholic Primary School. I have been involved in Catholic education as a pupil aged 7 and have taught in Catholic Primary schools since 1980. I continue to work closely and remain involved in school life at Holy Trinity as a supply teacher and as a school Governor since retiring as deputy headteacher in 2018. I have had the privilege of watching the school evolve, change and adapt. I remain interested and aware of the ever-changing and challenging and stimulating aspects of education within the school, which are linked to wider elements. I have always valued the strong links and spiritual life involved with the parish of Holy Trinity, where the priests remain key to the spiritual development of children and staff. My faith has been strengthened by my experiences at school. I continue to enjoy opportunities for learning and training in this task. I know good communication is key to building this Governing Body, who are very talented and have varied skills, which can be incorporated in shaping the next stage or school life. |
Fr Clive DytorVice Chair |
Appointed by Foundation/Trust from 14 July 2021 to 13 July 2025 Assistant priest at Holy Trinity, Chipping Norton (in charge of St Teresa’s, Charlbury). Born and bred in Wales. MA Cambridge University (Arabic). MA Oxford University (Theology). Married to Sarah, children Benjamin and Francesca, grandchildren Imogen, Zélia and Albert. |
Lorna BuchananHeadteacher |
office.3420@holy-trinity.oxon.sch.uk |
Marilena KearnsClerk to the Governors |
mkearns@pfmac.org.uk |
Seby ViegasFoundation Governor |
Appointed by Foundation/Trust from 6 October 2023 to 5 October 2027 I have two children that attended Holy Trinity and my third child is currently in KS2, so Holy Trinity is a big part of our family. I am delighted to get this opportunity as foundation governor to support the school and staff in maintaining high educational standards at Holy Trinity both now and in the future. As a foundation governor, I feel I could become part of the team that supports the Headteacher, staff and most importantly, the well-being and safety of all our children. |
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Appointed by Foundation/Trust from 28 June 2023 to 27 June 2027 I retired to Chipping Norton with my wife and daughter Emma, in July 2021. This was following a long career as a commercial director in the construction industry with extensive time spent living overseas. I was resident in a number of Middle East and Caribbean countries at various times over the last 35 years including Oman, UAE - Dubai & Abu Dhabi, Egypt, Qatar, Trinidad & Tobago. The church has been a big part of my life and I was fortunate to be able to attend Catholic Church in those countries. I am happy to be part of the Chipping Norton and Holy Trinity community and welcome the opportunity to serve as Foundation Governor at Holy Trinity school. |
Peter NolanFoundation Governor |
Appointed by Foundation/Trust from 6th October 2023 to 5th October 2027 |
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Elected by school staff from 22 April 2025 to 22 April 2029 |
Jennifer EvansParent Governor |
Elected by Parents from 11 October 2024 to 10 October 2028 |
Josh FordeParent Governor |
Elected by Parents from 10 March 2025 to 9 March 2029 |
About School Governors
School governors work with the Headteacher to make sure the school provides a high-quality education and runs effectively.
They focus on strategic leadership rather than day-to-day management. Their key responsibilities include:
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Setting the school’s vision, aims and policies
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Holding school leaders to account for pupils’ progress and staff performance
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Deciding how the school’s budget is spent and ensuring money is used wisely
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Appointing and dismissing staff, and hearing appeals or grievances
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Forming policies on the curriculum and collective worship
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Setting standards for behaviour and discipline
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Ensuring buildings and resources are safe, welcoming and fit for purpose
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Admissions and appeal processes
The governing board meets 4 times per year.
Previous Governors
The following Governors resigned in the last 12 months:
Claire McGeehan, Headteacher 4.9.25
Marsha Rickard, Staff Governor 30.3.21-3.7.25
I have a concern. Who do I speak to? What process do I follow?
Every situation is unique, so please don’t hesitate to speak directly with the Headteacher.
I would like to become a Governor, what should I do?
You can find out more information about the role at Click here to discover more
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Contact the Governors
Should you wish to contact the School Governors, you can email pbrookes@holy-trinity.oxon.sch.uk in the first instance.
Our school is part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company (PFMAC), the family of Catholic schools in Oxfordshire, who work together to promote the teaching of Christ and the Catholic faith.
We believe each person is uniquely created by God with gifts to share, and we work to nurture these talents as a beacon of Catholic education in Oxfordshire.
PFMAC Organisational Structure
The Local Governing Body is entrusted, by the Board of Directors, with delegated authority within our school. Please see below for the current Scheme of Delegation.
Our school is part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company (PFMAC), the family of Catholic schools in Oxfordshire, who work together to promote the teaching of Christ and the Catholic faith. The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company is a company limited by guarantee and an exempt charity registered in England and Wales with company number 9113542 and registered address Addison Road, Banbury, Oxon, OX16 9DG.
If you wish to know more about PFMAC Governance, including Members and Directors and their pecuniary interests please see link below.
Scheme of Delegation
