New Chair of Governors at The Queen's School
The Queen’s School in Chester has recently welcomed a new Chair of Governors, the first for six years.
Dr Christine Laine, who has recently retired from a distinguished career as a medical radiologist has succeeded Mrs Elizabeth Lunn who completed two terms (six years) as the Chair of Governors at the school.
Dr Laine has already been heavily involved at the Chester school since beginning her role at the start of the new school year, working alongside headmistress Mrs Sarah Clark in preparation for the recent inspections and looking at opportunities to expand the school.Dr Laine commented:
“The Queen’s School is a highly successful and vibrant school and I am delighted to have the opportunity to be the Chair of Governors. I am looking forward to working alongside the Headmistress, Mrs Clark, and her talented staff, who provide an innovative and supportive environment, where the girls can flourish and develop their talents and individuality to the full. Our school is in the heart of Chester and we embrace enthusiastically the unique blend of tradition, community and opportunity that the city offers”.
The Board of Governors meets at least four times a year to receive and approve reports and recommendations on a range of topics including the education character and aims of the school, strategic planning and financial matters. Governors also have links with school departments and regularly meet with staff and parents through various committees.
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1.- Dr Christine Laine settles in as the new Chair of Governors at The Queen’s School
School Governors at The Queen’s School are responsible for the general educational character and aims of the school and for creating and reviewing the Governing Body’s Strategic Plan. The Governors are also responsible for establishing fees, overseeing the finances, disciplinary and ethical matters, senior appointments and major building projects.
There are three categories of Governor:
• An Ex-officio Governor, who is the Lord Bishop of Chester.
• Eight Representative Governors, one from each of The Educational Foundation of Dr. Robert Oldfield, Cheshire West and Chester Council, as the Local Education Authority, The Council of the University of Liverpool, The Council of the University of Chester, The Chester Municipal Charities, The Dean and Chapter of Chester Cathedral, and two from The Queen’s School Parents’ Association.
• Nine Co-opted Governors, appointed by the Governors for a term of five years.
More information about the Governors at http://www.queens.cheshire.sch.uk/abouttheschool/governors.aspx
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• Senior School Open Morning is Saturday, 8th October 2011.
The Sixth Form Open Evening is Tuesday 18th October 2011.
Lower School Open Morning, Saturday 5th November.
Assessments are held on Monday 16th January 2012.
• A new ‘Fast Facts’ mini-brochure is a great summary about life at The Queen’s School and outlines why every girl deserves to know more. Copies and information on FREE ‘Taster Days’ from Jane Taylor, Admissions Officer. A new prospectus is now available for the Lower and Senior Schools.
• The Queen’s Lower School came top in the North West and 14th out of the 100 top prep schools in the country in the Sunday Times Parent Power survey.
• A new bursary scheme has just been launched for the Senior School.
The Queen’s School, Chester, Cheshire is one of the country’s leading independent schools for girls aged 4 – 18. With a nationally renowned reputation for academic excellence the girls consistently achieve outstanding results at GCSE and A level.
The school celebrates young women and their potential. It prepares the girls to face their future with self-belief, energy and a ‘can do’ philosophy. Academic success is only one aspect of life at Queen’s and all girls are encouraged to explore their abilities, interests and passions in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. From drama, art and music to sports, community work and overseas adventures, the girls benefit from an education of the whole person, experiencing new challenges inside and outside the classroom.
At The Queen’s School, it seeks to develop in each student a risk-taking spirit, leadership abilities, confidence and a love of learning. The individual approach ensures each girl has the support she needs to thrive and succeed throughout her time there.
The school inhabits elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings, situated in a beautiful setting within walking distance of historic Chester. These surroundings prove a constant reminder of the heritage and traditional values that have shaped the school for more than 130 years.
Sarah Clark is the head teacher of The Queen’s School with Mrs Felicity Taylor as head of the Lower School on Liverpool Road. The school has a number of bursaries available to very able students.
Past pupils include Beth Tweddle, Olympic Gymnast, Sarah Kelly, founder of the UK’s Neuromuscular Centre for muscular dystrophy and Vivienne Faull, the first woman to become Dean of an English Cathedral.
More information atwww.queens.cheshire.sch.uk on Twitter @TheQueensSchool and The Queen’s School App can be found by searching Apple’s Appstore for the keywords “Queen’s Chester”
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