Local Governing Body

We want to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and the role we play at Blewbury CofE Endowed Primary School.

Whilst Miss Reeder as Headteacher, is responsible for the management of the school, the Governing Body has an important part to play in raising school standards. We set the strategic direction for the school, ensure financial accountability and monitor and evaluate school performance. Our role is often described as acting as ‘a critical friend’; we support and challenge the school to attain the best possible performance and to give all our pupils the best possible education.

We fulfil statutory duties to ensure that the school is a safe, healthy and inclusive environment. We provide support and challenge to the school leadership on all issues that affect the learning and welfare of our pupils. We have responsibility for agreeing policies and procedures essential to the operation of the school. We also have a responsibility to handle complaints, though it is important to note that individual problems should first be directed to your child’s teacher before contacting the Headteacher.

The Governing Body is drawn from the parents and staff of the school, and the wider community that our school serves. The usual term of office is four years but many governors serve more than one term. Staff governors and parent governors are appointed via elections. Other governors are appointed by the trustees of the Academy on the basis of the knowledge, skills and experience they possess. Link to current list of Governors

The Full Governing Body meets six times a year, and has committees for finance and resources, pay & performance; and curriculum. Once approved, the minutes of the FGB meetings are available from the school office.

If you are interested in the work we do and would like to find out more or have any other questions, please contact the school office. You can also contact the Chair of the governing body, Ann Parham aparham@blewbury.oxon.sch.uk

Meet the Governors

Please click on each of the member’s photographs below to view their profiles.

Mrs Parham – Chair of Governors. Lead on Safeguarding and Curriculum

Ann is passionate about young children and education. She was a primary school teacher and headteacher before working for Oxfordshire Local Authority as a Headteacher Consultant and so has spent her working life in education.

Ann is a Local Leader in Governance so can support other schools and their governing board. Ann is a member of Oxfordshire Governor’s Association. She has lived in Upton for 26 years and before that lived in Blewbury.

Ann attends St Mary’s Church and is a member of the PCC. She has two grown up sons and three young grandchildren.

Miss Reeder – Ex officio (Headteacher)

Father Jason St John Nicolle – Ex officio

I am the parish priest for Blewbury and some other neighbouring villages. I came to the village in 2008 and have enjoyed being actively involved in school life as a Foundation Governor. Before coming to Blewbury,

I lived and worked in Kidlington, just to the north of Oxford. Before training to be a priest, I worked as a lawyer and taught in a University. I have lived in many different parts of the country, in cities as well as in the countryside.

For me, being a Governor at Blewbury School is all about working as part of team to try and provide the very best education we can for each and every one of our pupils.

Vacancy – Staff Governor

Mrs Botchway - Foundation Governor. Lead on Inclusion and Pupil Premium

I have lived in Blewbury with my family for 15 years and in the local area for 30. I am currently the Autism Team Coordinator for West Berkshire Council which means leading a team delivering training and supporting schools and families with autistic children across mainstream primary and secondary schools. I am also the autism advisory teacher for West Berkshire secondary schools.

In my career I have taught across the whole age range and was a teacher of English for many years as well as a Head of Year and Head of House. I have also spent several years teaching in a Pupil Referral Unit.

I attend St. Michaels’ Church in Blewbury, am on the PCC and sing in the church choir.

I have previous years of local governor experience and I am now very appreciative of the opportunity to contribute to the Blewbury school community as a foundation governor.

Mr Stone – Community Governor. Lead on Health and Safety

A specialist in the police for more than 20 years, Matt progressed through various departments before becoming instrumental in the security and safety planning for significant events in London. Matt has now worked in the private sector for over 15 years and is a well-respected health & safety, security and operations specialist running two businesses supporting delivery of safe and successful events. Throughout his career Matt has supported a broad portfolio of high profile, high impact events of global importance for clients in all industry sectors including government, community and private sectors.

Matt joined us as a governor in May 2022 uses his skills to ensure Blewbury School is compliant across a range of legislation.

Mr Saunders – Foundation Governor

Mrs Moreton – Community Governor

Jane joined the LGB in September 2025 and is the Chair of our Resources committee. She brings with her considerable experience of primary school organisation, having recently retired as School Business Manager. She also has a lot of relevant governance experience, being the Governance Professional at another local primary school where she has been in position since 2014.

She was a governor at the school in the 1990s when her eldest son was at the school and is delighted to renew her links with Blewbury school. She is married with 2 grown-up sons.

Dr Chegini - Parent Governor

My name is Sam Chegini. I am Aryana’s mum. I moved to the village in 2021 and have since enjoyed being involved in the village such as being appointed Blewbury preschool Committee chair. I am a practising dentist and enjoy helping my patients and the community.
I am excited to join the governors and support Blewbury primary school!

Further Information and Documentation

Copies of the minutes from our governors’ meetings can be made available on request. Please contact us should you want to receive a copy of the minutes.