Join Our School Governing Board
Are you passionate about education and making a difference in your community? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals – parents and non-parents alike – to join our school governing board.
As a governor, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our school, supporting staff, and ensuring our children receive the best possible education. No previous experience is needed – just a desire to contribute, learn, and work as part of a team.
By joining the governing board, you’ll:
• Gain valuable skills and experience.
• Have a say in key decisions about our school’s development.
• Make a positive impact on the lives of local children.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds to bring their unique perspectives and skills.
Finance Documentation
To view the Symphony Learning Trust finance documentation, please click here.
Thornton Governor Roles
A - Two parents elected or appointed in accordance with the articles of association
B - Either the executive headteacher or headteacher in an ex-officio role. Where there is a head of school in addition to an executive headteacher role the ex-officio role must be filled by the ‘headteacher in law’ with the other party able to attend LGB meetings in a non-voting capacity
C - A minimum of one staff governor elected by staff of the academy in addition to the ex-offcio headteacher role
D - Up to seven other local governors appointed by the local governing body - this can include other parents
E - Up to 4 other co-opted governors appointed by the local governing body with or without voting rights on a period of office for up to 4 years to provide additional skills and capacity as needed.
The table below outlines the names and responsibilities of the governors of Thornton Primary School for the 2025/2026 school year:
| Governor Name | Governor Type | Roles on LGB | Appointed By | Appointment Started | Term of Office Ends | Business & Pecuniary Interests |
| Mary Hirst | Co-opted | Chair | Appointed by GB/board | 30/10/2024 | 30/10/2028 | Leicestershire County Council - Education Advisor |
| Andrea Hall | Co-opted | Vice Chair | Appointed by GB/board | 30/10/24 | 30/10/2028 | None |
| Sarah Acton | Ex-Officio – Head teacher | Ex-Officio – Head teacher | 23/08/2018 | N/A | Symphony Learning Trust staff member (Thornton Primary School) | |
| Josh Simpson | Staff | Elected by school staff | 08/07/2019 | 08/07/2027 | Symphony Learning Trust staff member (Thornton Primary School) | |
| Dominique Nicholson | Parent | Parent appointed by GB/board | 16/12/2019 | 16/12/2027 | Friends of Thornton Primary School | |
| Kimberly Drummond | Parent | Parent appointed by GB/board | 09/12/2024 | 09/12/2028 | None | |
| Tracey McLean | Clerk | 11/12/2025 | Present |
Governor Documentation
