Local Governance Committee
Overview
The governance of a multi-academy trust differs from those of maintained schools. The White Horse Federation (TWHF) believes that placing statutory responsibilities firmly at its centre, in the remit of the board of trustees, allows the Local Governance Committee (LGC) to focus on providing support, overcoming challenges in the delivery of educational excellence, and outstanding outcomes for all pupils.
There are direct channels of communication between the principal and the LGC chair and central services. The clerk to the board of trustees will hold contact details for all members of LGCs within TWHF. However, routine communication for day-to-day school business should come from the chair of that LGC, managed by the school or through an LGC clerk.
The principal and the chair of the LGC are responsible for ensuring the quality and timely distribution of all material needed to keep LGC members well-informed about the school and TWHF. The principal and the chair are also responsible for ensuring the views of the LGC have good lines of communication to the board of trustees. This can be done via the elected chair’s representative on the board of trustees. Senior executives from TWHF will be nominated by the CEO to attend any LGC.
The White Horse Federation has a very clear and shared understanding of what constitutes good and effective governance. Schools within TWHF will be judged to have outstanding governance when members of the LGC:
- Talk about teaching and learning.
- Know a great deal about the school and its community.
- Are ambitious for the school and its community.
- Ask questions which make colleagues reflect, and that these discussions lead to delivering the very best outcomes for every child and adult within the school community.
- Maintain strong and effective relationships within TWHF.
For the shared model of governance to be effective for TWHF and the schools, it is essential that there is effective communication between the board of trustees, the LGCs, chairs groups, principals, the central team, and the executive leadership team.
Current Local Governance Committee
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Elly Rushen-Gough | Headteacher |
| Lee Edmonds | Chair of LGC Trust Appointed Governor |
| Kristy Day | Trust Appointed Governor |
| Kim Dollimore | Trust Appointed Governor |
| Matt Oswin | Trust Appointed Governor |
| Mariann Rahman | Parent Governor |
| Donna Walker | Parent Governor |
| Sara Fall | Staff Governor |
| Lauren Hargreaves | Staff Governor |
Mariann Rahman - Parent Local Governor
I'm Mariann Rahman. I have a son at Haydon Wick Primary School. I currently work as the European Quality Manager for a Chemical company in Swindon. I'm delighted to be a Governor for Haydon Wick Primary and support it as it continues to thrive. Outside of work and spending time with my family & friends, I enjoy outdoor exercise and can often be spotted wearing a collection of colourful leggings.
Matt Oswin - Trust Appointed Governor
Hi, my name is Matt and I have a son at Haydon Wick Primary School. I currently work at Innovate UK, where I am a Customer Support Team Leader. I have experience of working in primary schools and believe this will support me in being a Governor. Outside of work, I enjoy reading and most sports, especially ice hockey.
Kristy Day - Trust Appointed Governor
Hello, my name is Kristy, my daughter attends Haydon Wick Primary School. My hobbies include walking my dog, spending time with my friends and family, and exercising. I enjoy fundraising for Prospect Hospice in Wroughton, and we have helped raise over £25,000 as a family.
Kim Dollimore – Trust Appointed Governor
Hi, I'm Kim. I am semi-retired but keeping busy as an exam invigilator during exam season. I also make and sell baby clothes in aid of Brighter Futures - a charity I have supported for many years, at Great Western Hospital. I have always been interested in supporting the community I live in, and in particular the education and support of children and young people, which is why I wanted to be considered as a Trust Appointed Governor in the first instance.
Register of Interests 2026 - 2027 and Attendance 2025 - 2026
| Name | Role | Nature of Interest | Date Interest Declaration | Term of Office | Attendance 2025 - 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elly Rushen-Gough | Headteacher | TWHF Employee | 2.7.2024 | 2.9.2024 - Ex-officio | 5 of 5 |
| Lee Edmonds | Chair of LGC & Trust Appointed Governor | TWHF Employee | 1.7.2025 | 1.7.2025 – 31.8.2029 | 5 of 5 |
| Kristy Day | Trust Appointed Governor |
Parent of child in the school Shareholder and co-owner of Everyday Fitness Gym, Wroughton. Swindon Fundraiser for Prospect Hospice Cousin of Lee Edmonds, Chair of Governors (Haydon Wick Primary School) |
26.7.2020 1.11.2014 27.1.2026 |
27.1.2026 – 26.1.2020 | 1 of 2 |
| Kim Dollimore | Trust Appointed Governor | None | n/a | 18.3.2025 – 17.3.2026 | |
| Matt Oswin | Trust Appointed Governor |
Parent of child in the school Customer Support Lead at Innovate UK |
21.11.2026 | 18.1.2026 – 17.1.2027 | 4 of 5 |
| Mariann Rahman | Parent Governor |
Parent of child in the school Employee at Magnaflux as EMEA Quality Manager |
22.9.2022 1.10.2018 |
22.9.2022 – 21.11.2026 | 5 of 5 |
| Donna Walker | Parent Governor | Parent of child in the school | 3.11.2022 | 3.11.2022 – 2.11.2026 | 4 of 5 |
| Sara Fall | Staff Governor | TWHF Employee | 1.9.2023 | 1.7.2023 – 31.8.2027 | 5 of 5 |
| Lauren Hargreaves | Staff Governor | TWHF Employee | 1.9.2024 | 18.3.2025 – 17.3.2029 | 2 of 5 |
Previous Governors - resigned within the last 12 months
Donna Walker: 3/11/2022 - 2/11/2026
The White Horse Federation Governance Information
Click on the button below to access TWHF governance information, including:
- Annual report
- Annual audited accounts
- Memorandum of association
- Articles of association
- Names of charity trustees and members
- Funding agreement
- Gender Pay Gap Report
- Higher Paid Staff reports