Governors
This page shares information about our governing body. According the NGA (National Governance Association), the governing body are responsible for working with the school to ensure that it delivers a good quality education. Together, with the headteacher, who is responsible for day to day management, they set the school aims and policies.
The governing board provides strategic leadership and accountability in schools. It has 3 key functions:
- Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent.
- Holding the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils.
- Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction.
The governing body meet every half term.
Chair - Mrs Amiri Agbai (Foundation Governor)
02/07/19 - present
I am delighted to be part of the extended leadership team at Keighley St Andrews. I have two young children in secondary school and passionate about education. As a foundation governor, I would like the opportunity to create and maintain a safe and thriving learning environment for our children.
My background is in technology and business and have worked as finance officer in an investment company for a number of years. I am currently the treasurer for the Keighley Parish.
I am passionate about performance management, improvement and have a keen eye for details.
Declaration of interest: None
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: All
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): Yes
F&E: Yes
Appointment date: March 2023
Term of Office: 4 years
Rev. J Long (Vice Chair)
19/12/18 - present
As a Foundation Governor I see my role as supporting staff to provide the best education possible for all pupils, and help equip them for life. My background is banking and corporate finance, where I spent over 30 years, before taking early retirement and becoming a Church of England minister in Keighley. I have also been involved in a number of charitable organisations usually focussing on the financial aspects. This background has been invaluable in enabling me to monitor the financial aspects of KSA.
Declaration of interest: None
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: All
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): Yes
F&E: Yes (Chair of Finance and Executive committee)
Appointment date: May 2023
Term of Office: 4 years
Rev. M Cansdale Ex Officio (Foundation Governor)
17/09/16 - present
I am the Team Rector for Keighley Parish and as such am a foundation governor because of my job as Vicar of St Andrew’s Church (Keighley Shared Church). I love the contact I have with children and families at Keighley St Andrew’s Primary. I regularly lead collective worship, at times come in to help support the curriculum with classroom lessons and particularly enjoy welcoming classes to visit and explore our church. I’m the named governor for RE and Collective Worship. I am married to Elspeth and we have four children aged 19 to 9 – two boys and two girls. I’m really proud of this school and all of the creative ways in which great learning takes place. Mr B Sharif (Local Authority Governor)
Declaration of interest: None
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: All
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): Yes
F&E: Yes
Appointment date: September 2020
Term of Office: 4 years
Mr B. Sharif (Local Authority Governor)
11/04/19 - present
I volunteered to become a parent governor at Keighley Saint Andrews after being asked by fellow parents.
I was a pupil at this school in the 1980s and my own children were studying here and I wanted to offer my assistance to the school. As my children have left I am now a Local Authority Governor.
I live and work in the area. I previously played football and rugby but nowadays prefer fell walking and mountain climbing.
I am also a long suffering Leeds United and Keighley Cougars supporter.
Declaration of interest: None
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: All
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): No
F&E: No
Appointment date: March 2023
Term of Office: 4 years
Sophie Kyriakides (Foundation Governor)
I have recently been appointed as a Foundation Governor at Keighley St Andrew's Primary School. I am currently a senior leader at another local primary school and look forward to sharing my skills and expertise with the team and ensuring that we play a key role in enabling children to flourish and be filled with hope.
Declaration of interest: None
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: 1
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): Yes
F&E: No
Appointment date: March 2023
Term of Office: 4 years
Phil Eden (Foundation Governor)
I am currently a secondary school specialist in Science at a local secondary school. Joining the governing body of Keighley St Andrews will widen my understanding of primary school practice whilst ensuring I play my part in ensuring pupils are ready for their next stage in education.
Declaration of interest: Yes
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: 1
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): Yes
F&E: No
Appointment date: March 2023
Term of Office: 4 years
Amy Turner-Rhodes (Foundation Governor)
My son currently attends Keighley St Andrews and I believe it is an important part of my role as a parent to be actively involved in the strategic direction of the school. Having been a governor for some time, I am keen to bring in the changes that have been needed.
Declaration of interest: None
Material interest: None
Business interest: None
Meetings attended 2022-23: All
FGB: Yes
RIC (Rapid Improvement Committee): Yes
F&E: No
Appointment date: May 2021
Term of Office: 4 years