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28/03/24

🌍💚 Today at HPABG, we celebrated 'Wear Green to be Seen' day for Autism Awareness Week! Our school turned into a vibrant sea of green as all our wonderful children donned green. It's a beautiful sight of unity and support for understanding the diversity of our community.💚👫 pic.twitter.com/axzpKQ9ikR

26/03/24

📸✨ Spring Term Exhibition Success at HPABG! 🌸 Miss Nelson and our talented Photography Club students showcased their amazing work. A big thank you to all the parents and carers who joined us for the fantastic exhibition. Your support means the world! 🌍 pic.twitter.com/ZUgXUH5kOE

26/03/24

🌟🎶 Our Reception Sea Turtles truly are amazing! After being inspired by our Easter assembly songs, 3 of our little stars crafted their own props and delivered a heart warming performance to their class. Such talent and creativity at a young age! 🐢🎤🎉 pic.twitter.com/uvLn7yLFbI

26/03/24

Save the Date! pic.twitter.com/COt4wGbMWw

26/03/24

🔥🌳 This week at Forest School, our Reception Sea Turtle Class had a blazing adventure learning about fire! 🐢✨ They discovered how to stay safe around flames and explored its many uses outdoors. From cooking to warmth, fire is a friend when respected! 🔍🍂 pic.twitter.com/1UkxBOfE1P

26/03/24

🎪✨ At HPABG, we're dedicated to nurturing personal development and enriching experiences! Our students loved learning new skills at a circus workshop today 🤹‍♂️🎭. From juggling to plate spinning, it was a day filled with laughter, learning, and lots of fun! 🌟👫 pic.twitter.com/lRlnD4Aju3

25/03/24

🌟🐣 Exciting News! Join us for the PTA Annual Easter Egg Hunt 🐰🥚 on Beckenham Green! 🌳 Starting at 2pm right after the learning celebrations on Thursday 28th March. Head over to the Green for fun-filled hunts. Dairy-free prizes 🌱 available too! Only £1 a go. See you there! pic.twitter.com/WwhrJAlk2W

25/03/24

🌟🎭 Year 5 Stingray class wowed us with their stunning performance of Papageno in assembly! Their talent and hard work shone brightly 👏🎶 🐦🎼 pic.twitter.com/SzACmexSnK

25/03/24

🌟 Today, our Year 5 Stingray Class 🐠 took centre stage at the whole school assembly, showcasing their incredible opera performance 🎭🎶. Their hard work and talent shone brightly, captivating us all. Bravo, Year 5! 👏🎉 pic.twitter.com/kGSAcZDcSR

25/03/24

🔥🏠 Year 2 Angelfish Class brought history to life with their stunning Stuart house models! 🌟 They crafted these detailed homes and then set them alight in a controlled fire demonstration, recreating the Great Fire of London. 🔥 A fiery journey back in time! 📚🔥 pic.twitter.com/NZHOEiem8v

25/03/24

🔥📚 Year 2 Angelfish class stepped back in time with today's Great Fire of London demonstration! 🏠💥 Their excitement and curiosity were ignited as they learned about this pivotal moment in history. A fiery, fun-filled afternoon of learning and discovery! 🕰️🔍 pic.twitter.com/GnFI53QfUY

22/03/24

🎨🚇 Mr. Baptist took Street Art club on a tour of street art in London, admiring works by iconic artists like '10 Foot' and 'Revok'. 🌆 They went under the famous 'Banksy Tunnel' at Leake Street, with a special spotlight on 'Blek Le Rat' en route to the Hayward Gallery. 🖌️💫 pic.twitter.com/jY5fI1C8iL

22/03/24

🎨🌆 An exciting day out! Mr. Baptist led our talented Street Art Club to the to dive into the world of urban and modern art. The focus and passion of our young artists was truly inspiring; they marvelled at each piece🔥👀 Yet more art enrichment at HPABG! pic.twitter.com/UOncXyrs2K

21/03/24

🎨🌸🍂❄️🌞 We're bursting with pride for our Reception Sea Turtle class superstar who created an incredible artwork representing all four seasons! 🖌️ Her masterpiece showcases her readiness for Year 1 Geography, where exploring the seasons is a key part of learning. 🐢👏 pic.twitter.com/2LsaaKMvUm

21/03/24

🌟🔬Science Week 2024 at Beckenham Green! 🚀 This year's theme was 'Time' ⏰ and our students outdid themselves with an incredible display of posters and time-telling devices. From sundials to creative timers! 🎨⌛️ A huge thank you to all our young scientists. 🌈🕰️ pic.twitter.com/35gZXPaRrW

20/03/24

🔥🧪 This afternoon, Miss Close thrilled Stingray class with a live demonstration of the fire combustion triangle! 🌟 She showed what happens when you remove oxygen or fuel from a fire. A blazing lesson in science that sparked curiosity in all our young scientists! 🔍💡 pic.twitter.com/0iK0h8eV4E

20/03/24

🌿🌱 Thrilled to host the Eco Warriors' Summit at BG today! Warriors from , and Orpington joined us for an inspiring session led by Mrs. Weedon. Together, we're taking action for the environment 🌍💪. The highlight? Making seed bombs! 🌸🌼 pic.twitter.com/VLl4flb5Jh

20/03/24

🎳 An exciting morning out! A group of our fantastic students from Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green had a great time at the bowling alley with Mr. Kelly! 🌟 Strikes, laughter, and loads of fun were the order of the day. 🎉🙌 pic.twitter.com/vgeOoomNRI

19/03/24

🌟🐢 A delightful afternoon at HPABG as we welcomed our friends from Ladybird Nursery to join our EYFS and Forest School! Our Sea Turtle class and Ladybird's preschool children had a wonderful time playing and learning together. Thank you for a superb afternoon! 🌳🎉 pic.twitter.com/9LO6mhOwjD

19/03/24

🏉🌟 Our Year 3, 4, and 5 students showcased their skills at the tag rugby tournament at Harris Primary Academy Orpington, marking a fantastic end to this half term's PE learning. Their teamwork, spirit, and determination were on full display. Well done to all our athletes! 💪 pic.twitter.com/R1BcceWIvL

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Governance & Scheme of Delegation (Academies)

13The Role of the Governing Body

Within England, there are over 300,000 School/Academy Governors, who form the largest volunteer force in the country.

The roles of individual Governors, and subsequently members of a Governing Body, work collectively to perform a strategic role and carry out key functions such as:

  • Discuss and set the aims and objectives for the Academy.
  • Set the required policies for achieving those aims and objectives.
  • Set the required targets for achieving those aims and objectives.
  • Monitor and evaluate the progress that the Academy is making towards its set aims and objectives.  

Finally, the role of role of the Academy Governor is to be a source of challenge and support to the Principal, i.e. a 'critical friend.'

The Governing Body of Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green

The Academy is a member of the Harris Federation.  Ultimate responsibility for the Academy rests with the Board of Trustees of the Federation, (Federation governance details and scheme of delegation can be found here), but much of the work of the Board is delegated to the Local Governing Body which is comprised of Governors of the Academy.  Some Governors are appointed by the Federation whilst others are elected by parents/guardians of the students at the Academy or by staff.  

The Chair of the Academy Governing Body at Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green is Mrs Anna-Marie O'Donnell.

The Governor responsible for Safeguarding is Mrs Anna-Marie O'Donnell.

If you wish to contact the governing body, please contact the Academy on 020 8650 5246, Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green, St George's Road, Beckenham, BR3 5JG or info@harrisbeckenhamgreen.org.uk marked for the attention of the governing body.

The details of the Governors at Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green are shown below:

Name Date of Appointment Term of Office Appointed as Business and Pecuniary Interests Meetings attended 21-22 Resignation date
Anna-Marie O'Donnell

20/12/18

Reappointed 19/12/2022

 4 years Chair of Governors

Employee at HABe

Daughter of Chair of Governors at Harris Aspire and Governor at HPABe

3/3  
Alison John

01/09/2017

Reappointed 31/08/2021

4 Years Sponsor Governor None 3/3  
Sir Dan Moynihan

01/09/2017

Reappointed 31/08/2021

4 years

Sponsor Governor

CEO Harris Federation 0/3  
Sabeena Hasan

01/09/2017

Reappointed 31/08/2021

4 years Director of Primary Education - Harris Federation;
Husband’s business: Property Solutions;
None 0/3
Sam French 09/12/2020 4 years Assistant Director None 2/3  
Claire Weedon

01/10/2018

Reappointed 30/09/2022

4 years Staff Governor None 3/3  
Elizabeth Catford

28/11/2018

Reappointed 27/11/2022

4 years Sponsor Governor

Primary Publisher, Harper Collins UK

Chair Educational Publishers Council Primary Literacy Group

3/3  
Max Ellington 01/09/2023 4 years Principal None    
Emma Catley 08/05/2019 Ex-Officio Principal None 2/3 26/07/2023
Xin-yi Wicker 31/10/2019 4 years Sponsor Governor Employee of Tate and Lyle PLC 1/3 11/09/2023
Emily Crawford 28/04/2022 4 years Sponsor Governor None 1/1  
Samantha Conlon 13/06/2022 4 years Sponsor Governor  None    
Mike Cheetham 11/11/2022 4 years Parent Governor None 1/1  
Maria Tashkinova 30/10/2023 2 years Parent Governor None    

 

 

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