Annual Governance Statement

Mosaic Federation- Hedworthfield Primary School

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Governors Impact Statement: Annual Review of Outcomes and Next Steps

The governing board of Hedworthfield Primary School continues to demonstrate strong, values‑led leadership that places children, families and the wider community at the heart of every decision. Governors recognise the high levels of disadvantage within the community and remain steadfast in their commitment to ensuring that no barrier—social, emotional, financial or educational—limits any child’s opportunity to succeed. Their impact is evident in the school’s inclusive ethos, its strong pastoral culture and its reputation as a trusted, supportive hub for families who rely on the school not only for education but for stability, care and connection. Governors champion this role and ensure that the school’s work reflects ambition without compromise, particularly for pupils facing the greatest challenges.

A significant area of governance impact this year has been the strengthening of inclusive practice. Governors have overseen the expansion of THRIVE from 13 to 32 pupils, ensuring that a much larger group of children benefit from targeted emotional‑regulation support and therapeutic intervention. This expansion reflects both rising need and the school’s proactive response to supporting children’s readiness to learn. The completion of a new‑build classroom has further enhanced provision, creating high‑quality space for specialist support and reducing pressure on existing teaching areas. Governors have monitored these developments closely, ensuring that inclusion remains aspirational, well‑resourced and fully aligned with the school’s commitment to equity.

Financial stewardship has been another area of strong governance influence. Despite a challenging financial climate, governors have ensured disciplined, strategic management of resources, resulting in a balanced budget. Their oversight has enabled continued investment in staffing, early reading, SEND provision and the new-build classroom, demonstrating that financial challenge has not hindered the school’s ability to deliver high‑quality education and support. Governors have maintained a clear focus on value for money and ensured that spending decisions directly benefit pupils, particularly those with the highest levels of need.

Governors have also monitored academic performance closely, ensuring that standards remain high across all phases. In Early Years, outcomes remain positive, with 52% of pupils achieving a Good Level of Development and 70% achieving GLD when pupils with an EHCP are excluded. These results reflect strong foundations in early language, communication and personal development. In phonics, governors have scrutinised continued strength in early reading, with 58% of pupils passing the phonics check and an impressive 88% pass rate when excluding pupils with an EHCP who were unable to access the test. This aligns with the school’s well‑established focus on phonics fidelity, staff training and early intervention.

At Key Stage 2, governors recognise the complexity of a very small cohort of 21 pupils, including a high proportion of pupils with EHCPs. Despite this, outcomes remain positive and demonstrate strong teaching and effective intervention. Reading outcomes reached 76% (82% without EHCP), writing reached 81% (88% without EHCP), and maths reached 86% (88% without EHCP). Governors welcomed the successful external LA moderation, which validated teacher judgements and resulted in some pupils being moved into ARE under moderation. They remain vigilant regarding higher‑standard attainment, acknowledging that the smaller cohort and SEND profile made this more challenging than in previous years. Governors continue to challenge leaders to strengthen progress in reading and improve outcomes in GPS, ensuring that ambition for greater‑depth performance remains high.

Throughout the year, governors have maintained rigorous oversight of safeguarding, SEND, equality duties, attendance and leadership accountability. Their monitoring ensures that statutory responsibilities are met, that pupils feel safe and supported, and that leaders remain focused on continuous improvement. The governing board’s impact is clear: Hedworthfield Primary School continues to thrive as an inclusive, ambitious and community‑centred school where disadvantage does not define outcomes and where every child is supported to succeed without compromise or barrier.