2025/26
Local Monitoring Committee
The Local Monitoring Committee (LMC) at Fowey River Academy plays a key role in supporting the school’s leadership and ensuring accountability, excellence, and strong community links.
Fowey River Academy is proud to be part of the Truro and Penwith Academy Trust. The Trust’s Board of Directors delegates certain responsibilities to the Academy’s Local Monitoring Committee, which acts as a critical friend to the school—providing both support and challenge to the Senior Leadership Team.
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Committee members play a key role in monitoring and improving the quality of provision in the school, its relationship with stakeholders, and the safety and wellbeing of its students and staff.
Purpose and Role
The LMC works closely with the Trustees to ensure Fowey River Academy delivers high-quality education and care. Its responsibilities include:
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Reviewing academic progress and outcomes
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Supporting safeguarding and student wellbeing
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Overseeing Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and inclusion
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Ensuring statutory compliance and effective school policies
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Strengthening relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community
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THE GOVERNING BODY
Committee Members
The committee is made up of individuals with a strong commitment to the school and its values. They bring a range of professional and local perspectives to help Fowey River Academy continue to grow and succeed.
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Our Local Monitoring Committee consists of members drawn from the local community, parents, and staff. When a vacancy arises for a parent member, an election is held—and we warmly encourage parents to volunteer.
Mr Chris Williams
Chair
Mrs Sarah Morrin
Deputy Chair
Mrs Greer Bailey
Co-opted
Mr Darren Reski
Co-opted
Mr Tim Spring
Co-opted
Mr Graham Dawson
Parent
Mr D O'Shaughnessy
Parent
Mrs Georgina Hird-Edwards
Staff
Mr Ben Eddy
Headteacher
Mrs L McHardy
Clerk to the Committee
2025/26
Contacting the LMC
If you would like to get in touch with the Local Monitoring Committee, please contact the Clerk via email at lmchardy@fowey.tpacademytrust.org or write to:
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Clerk to the Local Monitoring Committee
Fowey River Academy
Windmill
Fowey
PL23 1HE
