All Governing Bodies of foundation schools can agree on a model for the size and membership of their Governing Body based on what best suits the circumstances of that school. The size of the Governing Body can range from a minimum of 7 to no maximum number.
The Governing Body of Clarendon Infant School has the following members:
2 x Parent Governors
Parents (including guardians/carers) of registered pupils at the school are eligible to stand for election for parent governorship at the school. Parent Governors are elected by other parents at the school.
1 x Staff Governors
Both teaching and support staff paid to work in the school are eligible for staff governorship. One Staff Governor is elected by the school staff; volunteers are not eligible.
The Headteacher is a member of the Governing Body by virtue of their position.
6 x Co-opted Governors
Co-opted Governors are appointed by the Governing Body often to meet the need for a specific set of skills, knowledge or experience. Co-opted Governors can be people who live or work in the community served by the school, or people who do not work or live close to the school, but are committed to the good governance and success of the school.