As a member of the Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) the structure of the Local Governing Body and its responsibilities are set out in the FCAT Scheme of Delegation.
The Local Governing Body plays a vital role in the governance and accountability of Westcliff Primary Academy; its responsibilities include:
- Support the vision and direction of FCAT
- Set and review the vision and direction for the Academy within the framework of FCAT’s vision
- Hold the Headteacher to account for standards
- Act as a critical friend to the Headteacher
The Local Governing Body is not responsible for the operational and day to day management of the Academy, this is the remit of the Headteacher who reports to the Chief Executive.
The Local Governing Body is made up of people who want to make a positive contribution to your child's education:
Thomas McMurdo – FCAT Governor (Chair)
Jake Kenny - FCAT Governor
John McDonald - FCAT Governor
Tommy Kirkwood - FCAT Governor
Steph Jenks – Staff Governor
Luke Fox - Parent Governor
Jade Hopper – Parent Governor
Amanda Stokes – Headteacher
Please note: The address of the chair is care of the school - Westcliff Primary Academy, Crawford Avenue, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY2 9BY
Governance Documents