Governance at The Orchard School

Guiding with purpose. Supporting with care.

At The Orchard School, our governing body plays a vital role in supporting the school’s vision, values, and long-term success. As a Foundation Special School, we are governed by a team of dedicated individuals who bring expertise, challenge and care to every aspect of school life.

Our governors are committed to ensuring that our therapeutic and relational ethos is fully embedded - not just in policy, but in everyday practice. They work closely with school leaders to ensure that every decision reflects our core belief: Everyone Matters. Everyone Cares.

What Our Governors Do

• Provide strategic leadership and accountability
• Monitor the impact of the school’s curriculum, wellbeing and safeguarding approaches
• Support and challenge the leadership team to uphold high standards of care, education and inclusion
• Ensure the school meets its statutory duties and funding obligations
• Represent the views of the wider community, including pupils and families

Meet Our Governors

Full governor biographies and declarations of interest are available on request.