Governing Body

The Blackpool Sixth Form College Corporation

Governance: Role of the Governing Body

The Blackpool Sixth Form College is an incorporated body. It is governed by a board of 17 directors. The role of the Board of Directors is to:

Agree the strategic direction for the college and ensure clarity of vision and ethos
Hold the Principal to account for the educational performance of the college and its students and the performance management of staff
Oversee the financial performance of the college, making sure that it remains solvent and that money is well spent.

There is a clear difference between governance and the day-to-day management of the college. The Principal and her Senior Leadership Team are responsible for the operation of the college within the strategic direction agreed by the Corporation.

Chair of Directors’ Message – Callum Baxter

In my first term as Chair at The Blackpool Sixth Form College, I feel I must start by introducing myself and saying what a privilege it is to work alongside such a proactive governing body and inspirational staff and students. I would also like to say a huge thank you to our outgoing Chair, Wendy Middlemas. She has been an exceptional Chair of the Board and will be missed by us all. I wish her all the very best and a well-deserved rest!

Now, it would be impudent of me not to mention our recent Outstanding grading by Ofsted. This is an incredible achievement for the college, especially given the challenging new framework upon which Ofsted inspect. Whilst I think we all know how great Blackpool Sixth is, it is so rewarding to receive external recognition for the staff, students and stakeholders, including our parents and employers.

When you gain such a high accolade, many seem to wonder what is next. Well, as the principal, Jill Gray has rightly informed me, the work in education is never done. Blackpool Sixth will strive forward and continue to provide the very best education for the local community. There is so much to look forward to and although there may be challenges to face along the way, I know the Blackpool Sixth community stands resilient and focused on a bright and successful future.

I wish our staff and students the best of luck as the exam season approaches – I am sure all the hard work and effort will be worth it!

Callum Baxter – Chair of Directors

How to contact the Governing Body

To get in touch with the governing body please contact our governance administrator and clerk to the corporation, Sue Hawitt, via the following options:

By post to FCAT Central Offices, Armfield Academy, 488 Lytham Road
By email at: sue.hawitt@fcat.org.uk c/o Armfield Academy on 01253 207709