Board of Governors
The Board of Governors is responsible for the long-term success of Exeter School. Working alongside the Head and senior leadership team, Governors provide strategic oversight, constructive support and independent judgement.
Our Governors bring a wealth of experience from a broad range of professional backgrounds, including education, finance, law, property, business and the public sector. Their collective expertise helps ensure that the school is well governed, financially secure and true to its charitable purpose.
Governors fulfil a dual role. They are trustees of the school’s charity and directors of Exeter School, the limited company through which the school operates. This ensures that every decision reflects both the school’s educational purpose and also sound governance.
What Governors Do
The Board sets the strategic direction of the school, focusing on its long-term development and sustainability. It works closely with the Head, providing support, challenge and oversight while respecting the distinction between governance and the day-to-day management of the school.
A key responsibility of the Board is stewardship of the school’s finances. Governors oversee financial planning and risk management, ensuring that resources are managed responsibly and invested in the future of the school.
Governors also ensure that the school meets its legal and regulatory responsibilities. This includes oversight of safeguarding, charity law, company law and other statutory requirements, with the welfare of pupils remaining at the heart of their work.
Working Together
The relationship between the Board and the school’s leadership is founded on trust, accountability and a shared commitment to Exeter School’s future. By combining strategic oversight with educational expertise, Governors help ensure that the school continues to offer an exceptional education while preserving the values and traditions that define its character.
To contact the Board of Governors, please email clerk@exeterschool.org.uk.
