Governors Mission Statement

Our aim - happy, contented children with a thirst for learning and a love for life.

This aim will be achieved by:

Developing self-esteem, self-discipline, self motivation, respect for others, respect for the environment, respect for the skills of all who work in the school
Ensuring equal opportunities for all the children and staff
Offering opportunities to show initiative and opportunities for individual and cooperative working
Encouraging parental support and involvement as well as links with the community

Governors' Strategic Plan

Long term viability of the school
Extended school including Pre School, infant and junior departments plus adult and community use
Continuing high quality education
Informed governing body

Ripley C of E Infant School Governing Body

Mrs Margaret Walker - Headteacher
Rev Chris Elson – Foundation Governor
Mrs Debbie Bennesch – Senior teacher, Staff Governor
Mrs Rosemary Wallis – Foundation Governor
Mr Terry Hewitt – Chairman
Mrs Elaine Massey – Community Governor
Mrs Sam Thompson – Parent Governor
Mrs Clare Goddard – Parent Governor
Mrs Marianne Jones – Parent Governor
Mrs Norma Davis – Staff Governor
Mr Colin Crosbie – Community Governor
Mrs Rosealie Hewitt – Clerk to the Governors
Mrs Julie Beeston – LEA Governor