The Directors set the strategic direction for the MAT and are accountable to the Secretary of State for the performance of the schools within it. This is set out in a legal document known as the "funding agreement". As charity trustees, they must also ensure that they are complying with charity law requirements. High calibre directors are appointed for the skills, knowledge or experience as needed by the Board.
The Trust Board of Directors has there core functions
Mrs Kaye Elston
Chair of Directors
Mrs Kaye ElstonChair of Directors Kaye has worked in safeguarding within education, local authorities and charities for over 30 years. Kaye has two children who both went to Milford Junior School which led to her becoming a governor at Milford Junior School and more recently a Director for the Huish Academy Trust. Kaye strongly believes that providing the best opportunity for children to access and progress in education is the greatest gift we can provide for children. She is aware that children need to feel safe before they can begin to learn and wants to build upon the great work already in place across our schools |
Mr Shaun KittoVice Chair of Directors Shaun has worked for local company Leonardo in the manufacturing of transmission parts for Helicopters over the last 36 years. Shaun has three children which has led him to being involved within the local community through Yeovil Swimming Club (committee member), Westland Sports Football Club (Coaching) and finally Yeovil and Sherborne Hockey Club. Shaun has been a governor, Vice Chair for twenty years, and Chair of the governing body for the last 8 years, he has a passion for education and truly believes that every child should have the opportunity to reach their full |