Local governance matters in our Trust. It is what ensures our schools are rooted in their communities. For children, staff, and schools to flourish and succeed, governance at all levels of the Trust must be highly effective. 

Our governors work closely with staff to help children achieve their full potential in a happy, caring environment. Local governing committees collaborate with the Headteacher and senior leaders to ensure the school is running effectively and in the best interests of all pupils. 

Our governors are representatives of all the key groups involved in our school – parents, staff, the local community, the Trust, and the Church. Some governors are appointed, while others are elected, ensuring a wide range of voices and perspectives are included. 

Governors come from diverse backgrounds and bring with them a variety of skills that support the school’s strategic leadership. They work in partnership with the Headteacher and Rise Multi Academy Trust to guide and shape the direction of the school. 

As part of the wider Trust board, our governors have delegated responsibilities which include: 

• Promoting high standards of educational achievement 

• Monitor targets and progress 

• Monitor that schools are working to their vision and values 

• Ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs are able to thrive 

We meet together at least once a term as a whole team, with advocates visiting the school between meetings and reporting back to the governing body. 

Our Chair of Governors can be contacted via the school office.

Meet Our Team of Governors

Foundation Governor & Chair of Governors

Mrs Sheree Curtis:  Director-appointed Governor

My core belief is that EVERY child should receive the very best quality of education regardless of background, parental income or the area in which they live.

I have 10 years’ experience as a senior leader in a Leicester secondary school responsible for teaching, learning and staff development. I line manage two pastoral year groups (Year 10 and post 16) and I am in charge of trainee teachers.

I was head of English for several years and currently teach English and Media Studies at GCSE and Post 16. I am also chair of the senior leadership network group which works with the local authority and with other leaders of schools to tackle barriers faced within the city.

The most difficult job, yes most important, is being a mum of two children (boy and girl) whom both attend SPSP. It is my role, as parent governor, to represent the voice of parents as a whole.

I have a son in year 4 and am happy to receive suggestions and ideas to take forward to each Governor meeting.  I can be contacted by email via the school reception.

Mr Alan Milner: Director-appointed Governor       

As I am not originally from Syston, but now have firmly settled, I wanted to get more involved in the community. With my son joining St Peters & St Paul's in 2017 and a position being available within the Governing Team, it seemed the stars were aligned and my fate was sealed. I am extremely passionate about good education and the opportunities it brings, so feel extremely proud and privileged to play a small part in adding value so that all children within the school can benefit. I am very action orientated and team focused, and have a good eye for spotting opportunity as well as carving a way in which to get there.