Governors
A message from the Chair of Governors
I have been a Governor at Hartford Manor since 2020 and was appointed as Chair of Governors in July 2024. We are lucky to have so many good schools in this area but Hartford Manor is a special place, my son is in Year 4 and my daughter has recently progressed on to secondary school – time flies! As well as working as a Governor and helping with Friends of Hartford Manor (our PTA) I work as a Transformation Lead in the manufacturing sector helping to implement new business systems and tools. I want to make sure that I can continue to play a small part in ensuring the school continues to go from strength to strength.
As Chair, I get to work with an amazing team of Governors made up of Parents, Staff and Co-Opted members drawn from our community. All volunteer their time and are drawn from different walks of life, each bringing their own experience and expertise. As Governors, we work in partnership with the Principal, Head of School and staff to ensure that our children receive the very best education and whole school experience at Hartford Manor. Leadership in our school is excellent and the relationship with the Governors is strong.
Governors are responsible for the strategic leadership, but not the day-to-day running of the school. Strategic responsibilities include:
- Working with leadership to plan the school’s strategic direction.
- Overseeing the school’s financial performance, ensuring money is well-spent.
- Holding the school leadership to account.
As Governors, we are proud to serve Hartford Manor Primary School and Nursery, and its community, ensuring it continues to be the best it can be.
If you would like to know more about the Governing Body and how to get involved, please do not hesitate to contact me or our Clerk Emma Owens: [email protected].
Tim Harfor
Chair of Governors
