In April 2015, the school left the Crewkerne and Misterton federation and reconstituted its own smaller, more focused governing body. Under this constitution it was agreed that the school’s governing body should be made up of the following representatives:
The governors meet at least twice every term usually in the early evening. They receive reports from the Headteacher and Subject Leaders concerning relevant school matters and discuss various topics relating to the efficient running of the School.
Elizabeth joined the Governing Body in September 2023 after moving to the area in March 2022. She feels privileged and proud to have the opportunity to be part of the school community and contribute to its success. Previously a Humanities teacher and Head of Sixth Form in Hertfordshire, Elizabeth now works for Somerset Council supporting vulnerable young people to access and achieve in education. In her spare time, she likes to spend time with friends and family. She also enjoys walking her dogs.
Gemma is proud to be the Headteacher of St Bartholomew’s Church of England Primary School. She took up the role of substantive Headteacher in January 2018. Gemma began her teaching career in 2001. She has enjoyed a range of roles both teaching and supporting teachers through the roles of Senior Teacher, EYFS and KS1 moderator for Somerset Local Education Authority, an AfL (Assessment For Learning) consultant and Deputy Headship. Gemma lives in Yeovil with her husband and young son. In her spare time, she is keen on yoga and pilates. At weekends, she enjoys being with her family in the peace of local nature reserves and walking in the countryside.
Tammy took up the role of staff governor in 2021. She started her career in teaching as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant and was so passionate about education that she trained to become a teacher. Tammy started at St Bartholomew’s as an NQT in 2017. In 2018 her passion for curriculum started to flourish as she took on the role of Computing and Online Safety lead and has led St Bartholomew’s to 360 Online Safe reaccreditation twice. Tammy is committed to continuing professional development and is currently completing a National Professional Qualification in Literacy. She is member of the school leadership team, a Deputy DSL and KS2 English Leader.
Emma has been part of the administration team at St Bartholomew’s for a little over two years. Emma has previously been part of the board of governors as a parent governor.
Emma enjoys reading and exploring the local countryside with her family in her spare time.
At the end of every term children are awarded one of the seven Governor Value cups, each representing one our Christian values, respect, compassion, trust, forgiveness, aspiration, hope and courage.
The Governors are proud to be able to reward the children for embodying our Christian values in everyday school life.
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