It is a privilege to be Chairman of Governors at The Ramsey Academy, Halstead. The Local Governing Body (LGB) consists of a group of 15 experienced individuals, drawn from parents, staff and business people, all sharing a deep concern to see the school excel in all areas. Our core purpose is centred on ensuring that an excellent education is provided for all students with aspirational opportunities to allow them to discover and develop new talents and expertise.

All the governors are constantly looking for creative, practical ways to support the students, staff and parents in their drive to ensure it remains the best secondary school in the area. We are immensely proud of the improvements which are evident throughout the school and beyond it. It is particularly pleasing to read positive reports in the local press when students contribute to their local community via a WW1 art exhibition, Halstead in Bloom and in voicing their considered views on the proposed community centre.

Should any adult reading this newsletter feel the urge to join us we would be pleased to invite you to the school to see the work being done and to discuss how you could contribute to the school’s success.

Elizabeth Ward