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 Blackpool Gateway 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:
Rachael Alarcon - Chair
Paul Bates - FCAT Governor
Richard Brimley - FCAT Governor
FCAT Governor Vacancy*
David Snelling - Staff Governor
Parent Governor Vacancy**
Daniel Butterfield - Parent Governor
Nicola Makinson – Headteacher
Please note: The address of the chair is care of the school - Blackpool Gateway Academy, Seymour Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 6JH
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