Governors
The purpose of the governing body is to conduct the school with a view to promoting high standards of educational achievement at Dane Bank Primary School.
They undertake this by having a strong focus on three core strategic functions:-
- Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
- Holding the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff;
- Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent.
For more information regarding the structure, responsibilities and accountability of Governors at Dane Bank, and to see Governance documentation, please click here to go to the Changing Lives in Collaboration Trust’s website. There you will also find a record of Governor attendance at meetings.
If you are interested in becoming a Governor at Dane Bank Primary please contact Steph Rhodes at CLIC Trust: srhodes@clictrust.org
Dave Pilkington
Chair of Governors
| Name | Dave Pilkington |
| Category of Governor | Chair of Governors (Co-Opted Governor) |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 31/05/24 -31/05/28 |
| Position of Responsibility |
Chair of Governing Body Link Governor Role: SEND |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests | Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
I have always worked in education, including secondary schools, local authority and adult education. My last post before retiring was as a Deputy Headteacher in a large secondary school. I have maintained my interest in education by continuing to serve on a range of governing bodies. I was previously on Chorlton Park Primary School’s governing body, leaving in 2020 to join Dane Bank, where I am currently acting as chair. I have also been a trustee on CLIC Cooperative Multi-academy Trust since it’s inception.
Jenny Ferneyhough
Parent Governor
| Name | Jenny Ferneyhough |
| Category of Governor | Parent Governor |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 23/05/22 – 23/05/26 |
| Position of Responsibility | Link Governor Role: Writing & Launchpad to Literacy |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests |
Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
Jenny joined the governance team in May 2022 as a Parent Governor. She is also the Link Governor for English and Reading. Jenny works full-time for a local charity supporting carers and also volunteers for her local church. Jenny’s eldest two children attended Dane Bank from Reception until leaving in Year 6, and her youngest is currently in Year 4. Jenny enjoys reading, watching Queer Eye, and playing board games in her spare time.
Katherine McLoughlin
Parent Governor
| Name | Katherine McLoughlin |
| Category of Governor | Parent Governor |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 16/11/23- 16/11/27 |
| Position of Responsibility | Link Governor Role: Safeguarding |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests |
Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
Keith Wilde
Co-opted Governor
| Name | Keith Wilde |
| Category of Governor | Vice Chair of Governors (Co-opted Governor) |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 21/04/24 – 21/04/28 |
| Position of Responsibility |
Vice Chair of Governing Body Link Governor Role: Maths |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests | Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff |
Nil |
Robert Rutt
Co-opted Governor
| Name | Bob Rutt |
| Category of Governor | Co-opted Governor |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 10/03/21 – 10/03/25 |
| Position of Responsibility | Link Governor Role: Wellbeing & Personal Development |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests | Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
Bob is a former town planner and project manager who grew up in Dane Bank and returned to the estate following his retirement in 2012. He is currently Chair of Trustees for the Denton West Community Association and Dane Bank Green Space Charity. He also finds time to chair the local Wine Circle and is a longstanding quizmaster.
Jason Taylor
Co-opted Governor
| Name | Jason Taylor |
| Category of Governor | Co-opted Governor |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 31/01/22 – 31/01/26 |
| Position of Responsibility | Link Governor Role: Wider Curriculum |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests | Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
Laura Fletcher
Staff Governor
| Name | Laura Fletcher |
| Category of Governor | Staff Governor |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 02/02/24- 02/02/28 |
| Position of Responsibility | Link Governor Role: Outdoor Learning |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests | Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
Christine Beale
Staff Governor
| Name | Christine Beale |
| Category of Governor | Staff Governor |
| Appointing Body | Dane Bank Primary School |
| Term of Office | 05/10/21 – 04/10/25 |
| Position of Responsibility | Link Governor Role: Health & Safety |
| Register of Pecuniary Interests or Business Interests | Nil |
| Relationship with members of school staff | Nil |
I have worked at Dane Bank Primary since the 6 March 1995. When I first started, I was employed as an NNEB (National Nursery Examination Board), working in the Nursery. After 16 years, and gaining a Foundation degree, I moved into the main school as a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant). From September 2023, I took up the role of Attendance Support Officer alongside my HLTA role and I love both!
Since 2004, I have also owned and managed Dane Bank Kids’ Club Ltd which offers before & after school and holiday club.
Governor Vacancy
We are looking to recruit additional co-opted governors (volunteers) to the Dane Bank Local Governing Committee. No previous school governor experience is necessary as training will be provided but a commitment to support and challenge school leaders in the best interests of all Dane Bank pupils is essential.
The role requires attendance at four meetings a year (Wednesday’s 16.30-18.30) where there is an expectation that governors have read the reports associated with the agenda and will ask questions of school leaders. You would be joining a great team of seven governors, some very experienced, some newly-appointed, but all committed to the success of Dane Bank. You would also be joining a strong multi-academy trust and would benefit from learning and development opportunities.
If you are interested in learning more about the role, please contact Steph Rhodes at CLIC Trust: srhodes@clictrust.org