As a member of the Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) the structure of the Local Governing Body and its responsibilities are set out in the FCAT Scheme of Delegation.
The Local Governing Body plays a vital role in the governance and accountability of Unity Academy; its responsibilities include:
- Support the vision and direction of FCAT
- Set and review the vision and direction for the Academy within the framework of FCAT’s vision
- Hold the Headteacher to account for standards
- Act as a critical friend to the Headteacher
The Local Governing Body is not responsible for the operational and day to day management of the Academy, this is the remit of the Headteacher who reports to the Chief Executive.
The Local Governing Body is made up of people who want to make a positive contribution to your child's education:
Jake Brown (Chair)
Roger Farley (Trustee appointed - Primary Specialist)
Paul Lamoury (Trustee appointed - Secondary Specialist)
Nicola Craven (Trustee appointed - Post 16 Specialist)
Sian McGuire (Elected Staff Governor)
Steve Snelson (Elected Parent Governor)
Stephanie Bradley (Elected Parent Governor)
John Connolly, Unity Academy Acting Headteacher
Please note: The address of the chair is care of the school - Unity Academy Blackpool, Warbreck Hill Road , Blackpool, Lancashire , FY2 0TS
Governance Documents
