Our Governance at Four Hills Education Trust
At Four Hills Education Trust, our governance structure is designed to ensure that every decision is rooted in the needs of our schools and the communities we serve. We are proud of the dedication and expertise that each layer of our governance brings to the trust.
Members sit at the top of our structure, providing essential oversight and ensuring we meet all legal and statutory requirements. Their role is to safeguard the integrity and compliance of the trust as a whole.
Trustees work alongside our Executive Board, which includes all Headteachers, the CEO, and the CFO. This collaborative approach means that strategic decisions are shaped by the lived experiences and deep knowledge of our school leaders. The CEO, who also sits as a Trustee, ensures that the voices of our schools and communities are always at the heart of our strategy and operations.
Each Trustee is assigned annually to a school’s Local Governing Board (LGB). This link role brings a direct understanding of daily school life to the boardroom and ensures that Trustees remain connected to the realities of each school, supporting both trust-wide and school-specific priorities.
Our Local Governing Boards are made up of parents, staff, and community members who are passionate about education and the role our schools play within Shropshire. LGBs focus on supporting the individual school’s strategy and operations, ensuring that every child receives the best possible opportunities.
Transparency and accountability are central to our governance. Trustees oversee all LGBs, while each LGB focuses on its own school. Governors and Trustees regularly review policies, monitor performance, and meet to discuss improvements that enhance the learning experience for all.
We are incredibly grateful for the commitment of our Members, Trustees, Governors, and Executive Board. Their collective skills, insights, and dedication help shape our vision and ensure we remain true to our values. Our governance structure ensures that decision-making at every level is focused on the individual needs of our schools and remains guided by the trust’s vision and values.