Governance
In a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), the Trust is responsible for all of its schools/academies. For the Community Inclusive Trust, governance of our MAT resides with Members, Trustees and Local School Boards.
Members: The members are akin to the shareholders of a company. They have ultimate control over the academy Trust, with the ability to appoint some of the Trustees and the right to amend the Trust’s Articles of Association. View the CIT Articles.
Trustees: The trustees are responsible for the three core areas of governance.
- Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
- Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and
- Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent.
CIT’s Members and Trustees oversee the whole organisation and the MAT is the legal Governing Body for all CIT schools, but much of the work of the Trust Board is delegated to the Local School Board. View the CIT Scheme of Delegation.
Local School Boards and Local Governors: Schools have a committed team of Governors who are actively involved in the life of the school. They reflect the community they serve and include parent, community and staff representatives. Governors serve as a key link between the Trust Board, parents/carers and the local community. They monitor the performance of the school, advising the Trustees on what’s going well and of any concerns.
If you want to bring any matters to the attention of the Local School Board, you should email the Clerk or address your correspondence to the Chair of Governors at the school address.
The Governors are passionate about the school and are here to make sure that every young person is given the best education, opportunities and experiences possible. Our Governors play an important role in overseeing the work of the school, acting as “critical friends” for the Senior Leadership Team and holding the school to account for performance and development.
Please note that any complaints regarding the school must be raised in line with our complaints policy and cannot be raised with the Local School Board.
Meet our Local School Board
| Community Governors – Appointed by the Trustees | |
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| Mrs H Mountain (Vice Chair) | September 2023 to August 2027 |
| Mrs H Renard | September 2023 to September 2027 |
| Ms E Oglesby | January 2024 to December 2027 |
| Mrs S Edwards (Chair) | March 2024 to March 2028 |
| Mr M Evans | March 2025 to March 2029 |
| Vacancy | |
| Parent Governors - Elected by Parents | |
| Mr B Davies | May 2024 to May 2028 |
| Vacancy | |
| Staff Governors – Elected by Staff | |
| Dr J Robinson | September 2015 - August 2026 |
| Clerk | |
| Mrs D Scott | |
| Carre's Grammar School, Northgate, Sleaford, NG34 7DD | |
Governor Biographies
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Mrs H Mountain Helen is a director of her own transport and health & safety consultancy business, Molstan Ltd. Helen was originally elected as a parent governor in 2022, becoming a community governor in 2023. Helen’s two children attended Carre’s Grammar School from 2017 to 2024. Helen graduated from Newcastle University in 1998 with a BSc (Hons) in Agri-Business Management and Economics. She moved to Lincolnshire in 2003 where she has worked as a transport manager and compliance consultant, running her own business. In 2022 Helen passed her NEBOSH National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety to become a fully qualified H&S consultant, specialising in advising farms and estates on H&S. Outside of work, Helen is a keen horse rider and gym goer. |
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Mrs H Renard Helen is a qualified teacher who works part-time and she has previously been a successful leader within education. She is passionate about education and making a difference for young people. Her time as a Headteacher gives her a full understanding of leadership within education and the challenges this brings. Helen fully appreciates the role of the Local Governance Tier in supporting leaders and the school to achieve the best for students and staff. She was previously a governor at her son’s primary school before the end of her term of office and joining CGS as a Community Governor. |
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Ms Emma Oglesby Emma is Head of Products and Journeys at Lombard, the asset finance arm of Natwest. With a technology background, Emma is passionate about improving experiences and ensuring products and services are accessible to all. Having attended Carre’s during her sixth form years, Emma proceeded to study Mathematics at University of Nottingham. Emma has two little boys at home and enjoys yoga and baking. |
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Mrs S Edwards Sarah is mother to 4 children; her youngest two sons and daughter currently attend Carre’s Grammar School. In fulfilling the role of Governor, Sarah is able to draw on a varied amount of expertise and experience from her business and voluntary work. Her career, prior to having a family, was that of HR manager in various large national and international businesses and, prior to that, she qualified as a Primary School teacher. Sarah’s voluntary roles have included being Chair of the local Pre-School for 5 years, helping at the local primary school and spending time at a leisure group for adults with learning disabilities. She currently volunteers for a community cafe which provides a welcoming place for people of all nationalities and backgrounds. |
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Mr M Evans Mike joined the Royal Air Force in 1999 as an Avionic Technician. His journey led him to diverse roles, including serving as an engineer on the Red Arrows and non-commissioned Aircrew as a Weapon Systems Operator (Electronic Warfare). Mike commissioned in 2015 and has held roles such as Officer Commanding RAF Police and Security, including a stint in the Falkland Islands, and heading up the Force Protection Threats Team in the Air and Space Intelligence Centre. Now an instructor at the RAF Officer Training Academy, at RAF Cranwell, he leads one of the summative exercises the officer cadets must pass to graduate. He also has competed in the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf (Sep 2023) and Vancouver/Whistler (Feb 2025). |
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Mr B Davies Bob joined the Royal Air Force in 1987 and Commissioned into the RAF Regiment in 1990. He saw operational Service in Northern Ireland, Afghanistan and the Middle East. More recently he was involved in the training of the Royal Air Force’s ab initio recruits, both Commissioned and non-Commissioned, and was the Senior Regiment Instructor at the Royal Air Force College Cranwell. His last Regular tour was as the leader for the Royal Air Force’s Counter-Unmanned Air Systems team; delivering the National Standby capability and deploying on numerous occasions under the terms of Military Assistance to the Civil Authority. Retiring from Regular Service in 2021, he now Commands No 2503 Royal Auxiliary Air Force Squadron. |
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Dr J Robinson John has been a staff governor for many years, originally serving as a Carre’s Grammar School Governor in the mid-2000s. |
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Mrs D Scott |
Governor Resignations
| Mr M Daubney | Resigned - September 2023 to June 2025 |
| Mrs V Rhodes | Resigned - July 2024 to May 2025 |
| Mr C Baker | Resigned - March 2023 - August 2024 |
| Mr S Enstone | Resigned - September 2022 to May 2024 |
| Mrs S Edwards | Converted to Community Governor - September 2022 to March 2024 |
| Mrs L Briggs | Resigned - April 2020 - February 2024 |
| Mr C J Boyce | Resigned - September 2015 - January 2024 |
| Mrs H Mountain | Converted to Community Governor - September 2022 to August 2023 |
| Mr R Peace | Resigned - June 2019 - June 2023 |
| Mrs J Slesser | Resigned - December 2017 - May 2023 |
| Mrs K Carpenter | Resigned - September 2021 - February 2023 |
| Mr R Wright |
Resigned - March 2020 - 28 May 2021
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| Mr L Whiting | Resigned - July 2019 - August 2021 |
| Mr T Marsden | Resigned - June 2019 - November 2021 |
Local Governor Vacancies
Parent Governor Elections
We have started the Parent Governor election process to fill the vacancy. Nomination papers have been sent to all parents, with a closing date for nominations of Monday, 22 September at 12 noon
You might never have thought about being a school governor, but it can be rewarding voluntary work and the Robert Carre Trust and its schools are keen to have members of the local community to act as a link between the school and the community, ensuring that the school's vision and goals align with the needs and expectations of the community. Governors on our Local Governance Tier (LGT) work with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to develop the school's vision and long-term goals. They provide strategic oversight to ensure the school remains focused on its core mission and objectives and support and challenge the Headteacher and senior leaders to ensure they have the resources and support needed to lead the school effectively. They monitor and evaluate the school's performance, including academic results, and are involved in setting policies and making decisions about staffing to support the school's educational goals.
Being a school governor is a commitment, but it's also a rewarding way to contribute to the education and development of children in your community. If you would like any further information, please contact Debbie Scott, Clerk, or contact Sarah Edwards, the Chair of the CGS Local Governance Tier.