Our Governors

Helping Every Child Shine

At Burscough Bridge Methodist School, our governors are proud to support a thriving school community where children are encouraged to learn, grow and achieve their full potential. The Governing Body works closely with school leaders to help shape the future of the school and ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive. 

Our governors come from a variety of backgrounds, including parents, carers, staff, church representatives and members of the local community. Together, we bring different experiences, skills and perspectives, united by a shared commitment to supporting the children and families of our school

Our Committees 

To support the work of the Full Governing Board, governors serve on specialist committees.

Finance & Resources Committee

Oversees finance, personnel, premises, health and safety, helping to ensure resources are used effectively to support teaching, learning and pupil wellbeing.

Standards & Effectiveness Committee

Monitors educational standards, curriculum development and pupil achievement, helping to ensure every child receives the highest quality education and support.

Full Governors

Provides strategic leadership, sets the school's vision and direction, and ensures the school remains focused on achieving the best outcomes for its children

Chair of Governors

Vacant

Vice Chair  Governor

Mr R Prescott
First Appointed May 2016
Term of Office to Jun 2028

Head Teacher

Mrs L Tyrer
First Appointed Sep 2018
Term of Office to Sep 2026

Teacher Governors

Mrs M Murphy
First Appointed Jul 2001
Term of Office to Nov 2027

Foundation Governors

Mrs P Robinson
First Appointed Mar 2015
Term of Office to Mar 2027

Rev M Tinsley 
First Appointed Sept 2013
Term of Office to Sept 2029

Parent Governors

Mr A O'Donnell
First Appointed on Sep 2025
Term of Office to Sep 2029

Mrs B Williams
First Appointed in Jun 2019
Term of Office to Jun 2027 

Co-Opted Governors

Mrs L Lloyd-Jones
First Appointed Mar 2024
Term of  Office to Nov 2029

Ms M Welham
First Appointed in Mar 2017
Term of Office to Mar 2029

Local Authority

Vacant

Full REGISTER - Governor statutory transparency

Why Become a Governor?

"You don't need to be an education expert to make a difference – you just need to care about children."

Why Become a Governor?

Being a governor is one of the most rewarding ways to support your local community.

As a governor, you can:
✅ Help shape the future of the school
✅ Support children's education, wellbeing and opportunities
✅ Work alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers
✅ Develop valuable skills and experience
✅Make a lasting difference to the lives of local children

You do not need previous governance experience or a background in education. Full training and support are provided.

What Do Governors Do?

Governors provide strategic leadership and oversight for the school. While the Headteacher and staff are responsible for the day-to-day running of the school, governors help ensure that the school continues to provide the best possible education and support for its pupils. 

The Governing Body responsibilities:
✅Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction.
✅ Holding school leaders to account for educational performance and pupil outcomes.
✅Overseeing the school's financial performance and ensuring resources are used effectively.

Join Our Team 

You do not need specialist knowledge or previous governance experience. We are looking for people who care about children, value education and want to help our school continue to thrive.

If you can spare just an hour or so each month, becoming a governor is a rewarding opportunity to support our school, develop new skills and make a lasting difference to the lives of local children.

If you are interested in becoming a governor, we would love to hear from you.

How to contact us

If you would like to speak to us please contact school and they will arrange a meeting.

If you are interested in becoming a governor please email school and leave us your details and we will be in touch.

call us

01704 892307

Email

School Bursar (Mrs S Forshaw)
bursar@burscoughbridge.lancs.sch.uk

Headteacher  (Mrs L Tyrer)
head@burscoughbridge.lancs.sch.uk