Governance
Governors link the school with the community, and play a key role in the effectiveness of the school. The governing board’s job is to look at all aspects of the school’s performance and ensure it is achieving its full potential as well as working with the Headteacher and Senior Management Team to provide strategic leadership and accountability.
Governors core strategic functions are:
- 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.
The Headteacher is a governor by virtue of office. Co-opted governors and associate members are appointed by the governing board, the staff governor is elected by other staff members and parent governors are elected by parents/carers of children at the school.
All Governors are bound by the Governors Code of Conduct.
The term of office for all categories of governor is a fixed period of 4 years.
Governing Board Constitution Spring 2025
FGB Meeting Attendance 2024-2025
Our Governors
Revd. David Hagan-Palmer - Chair of Governors
Although originally born in Middlesex I have been in Norfolk and particularly Norwich, for about thirty-two years. I am currently the Vicar of St. Margaret’s Church in Old Catton and have been here for just over two years; prior to Old Catton I was in the Bure Valley near Aylsham. Alongside the work of being a Vicar and a School Governor I am also Chaplain to the Norwich Squadron of the Air Training Cadets, Chaplain to the East Anglian Air Ambulance and Chair of the Sprowston Youth Engagement Project (alongside various other groups I am part of and roles that I have).
Nick Asker - Vice Chair, Foundation Governor
I have been a governor at the Hall school for several years. I have experience as an Independent Education Advisor and as an OFSTED Inspector. I have previously worked at a local special school and for Norfolk County Council. I am a mathematics specialist and have worked nationally and internationally on a variety of mathematics and special needs projects.
Emma Davies -
As a parent to two daughters, I am passionate about inclusive, high-quality education and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. I have lived in Norwich for the past ten years, though I am originally from South Wales. Currently, I am the Deputy CEO for a multi-academy trust, where I oversee a group of primary schools and support school improvement across the region. Before this, I was Headteacher at Sparhawk Infant School, leading the school through significant development and growth.
I also work as an Ofsted inspector, which gives me a deep understanding of educational standards and best practice. I believe in working collaboratively, listening to different perspectives, and supporting our school community so that every child and adult feels valued. I look forward to contributing as a governor and helping Hall school continue to flourish.
I have been working at Hall School for many years and in various capacities. I joined the Hall School team as a Teaching Assistant in 2009, learning from some wonderful teachers and a supportive management team, I have been able to support classes as an HLTA and now leading as a Class Teacher. I have worked across the school, supporting teaching and learning throughout. I am now thoroughly enjoying teaching in the 6th Form, where I can help our young adults shape their futures, teach them valuable life skills and be proud of who they are and what they have achieved.
I was born in Newton Flotman and attended Wymondham College, before briefly training as an accountant. I am now retired after spending 35 years in the home improvement industry and property investments.
I bring business and financial skills to my role as governor, but more importantly, as a parent of a daughter with autism, I have a deep personal connection the SEN community and understand the challenges families face.
I am also involved in local politics, advocating for inclusivity, funding and support for SEN education.
My goal is to help Hall School provide the best opportunities for the children and young people that attend.
I have recently joined as a governor of Hall school. I have a long background in education having been a Reception Teacher in mainstream for over 15 years.
I am now SENCO at 2 local schools and I am extremely passionate about supporting all children to thrive in their setting.
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