Interim Executive Board (IEB)

Governance

The Venn Academy Trust Board of Trustees has appointed an Interim Executive Board (IEB) to provide strengthened governance and focused support for Newman School.

The IEB operates under delegated authority from the Board of Trustees, overseeing school improvement and monitoring progress against agreed priorities. The Board of Trustees retains overall accountability for the academy and receives regular reports from the IEB.

Interim Executive Board Membership

Name Role Appointment
Chris Fenwick Chair Board appointed
Terry Johnson Vice Chair Board appointed
Laura Carr Member Board appointed
Michaela Glarvey Member Board appointed
Stuart Mills Member Board appointed
Nicola Witham Member Board appointed

Communication

Finding a voice. Building connections.

We support every pupil to develop meaningful ways to communicate, express their choices and build positive relationships with the people and world around them.

Independence

Building skills for life.

We create opportunities for pupils to make choices, develop practical skills and become increasingly confident and independent in their learning and everyday lives.

Resilience

Growing confidence. Embracing challenges.

We support pupils to experience new opportunities, overcome challenges and develop the confidence and resilience they need for learning, adulthood and their future.