Governance
Welcome From Our Chair Of Governors
Welcome to Mayfield School. I’m Andrew Frazer, Chair of Governors, and proud to have served in school governance for over 18 years, including at Mayfield since 2019.
When students ask me what governors do, I tell them: “We’re here to help make Mayfield School the best it can be.”
Our Academy Committee is made up of dedicated volunteers, including staff governors, parent governors, the Executive Headteacher, Headteacher, and Trust Appointed Governors. Together, we share a passionate commitment to the school’s vision: To create a family ethos that raises aspirations and makes a real difference to the life chances of our young people.
As governors, we play an active role in supporting the school through:
· Safeguarding – ensuring all practices and policies meet statutory requirements
· Curriculum Oversight – ensuring students receive a broad and balanced education
· Performance Monitoring – reviewing school data, progress, attendance, and outcomes
· Inclusion and SEND – championing support for pupils with additional needs
· Staff Wellbeing – working with leaders to promote a healthy school culture
· Community Engagement – building strong partnerships with families and local stakeholders
· Policy Approval – shaping school-specific policies that reflect our values and goals
We’re united by our core purpose: to support and challenge the school in its journey of continuous improvement, always putting students at the heart of what we do.
If you’re interested in learning more, becoming a governor, or finding another way to support the school, please get in touch with our Clerk, Samantha Stanley, at stanley-sam@mayfield.portsmouth.sch.uk.
Yours sincerely
Andrew Frazer